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House of Emirates® in London is thrilled to offer its elite clientele this extraordinary Soviet Union 1 Poltinnik silver coin, 1925. A remarkable historical treasure embodying the revolutionary spirit, industrial ambition, and monumental political transformation of the early Union of Soviet Socialist Republics (USSR). Struck in 900 fine silver, this distinguished coin weighs 10 grams, measures 26.67 mm in diameter, and has a thickness of 2.15 mm. Its substantial silver composition, bold Soviet iconography, and striking design make it an exceptional addition to a portfolio of historically significant numismatic assets.
The obverse presents the national emblem of the Soviet Union, featuring the hammer and sickle beneath a radiant star, framed by a wreath of wheat and surrounded by the iconic Cyrillic revolutionary motto, “ПРОЛЕТАРИИ ВСЕХ СТРАН, СОЕДИНЯЙТЕСЬ!” — translated as “Workers of the world, unite!” The denomination appears prominently in Cyrillic as “ОДИН ПОЛТИННИК,” meaning “One Poltinnik,” with the USSR abbreviation incorporated into the composition. The reverse depicts a powerful industrial worker raising a hammer above an anvil, surrounded by tools and machinery that symbolise labour, production, and the Soviet vision of industrial progress.
Dated 1925, this compelling design reflects an era when the young Soviet state was consolidating its identity and rebuilding its economy following revolution and civil war. The coin is associated with engraver Thomas Ross, whose contribution adds further artistic and historical interest to this striking silver issue.
Beyond its precious-metal content, this 1925 Soviet Poltinnik represents a tangible connection to one of the most consequential periods of twentieth-century history. Its combination of 900-fineness silver, revolutionary symbolism, industrial imagery, and early Soviet monetary history gives it distinctive appeal for investors in historical Soviet coins and tangible heritage assets. Preserved from an era of profound political and economic change, it offers an opportunity to appreciate the intersection of monetary history, artistic engraving, and the evolution of modern states. House of Emirates® presents this remarkable Soviet silver coin as a distinguished historical acquisition for those who value enduring material heritage and internationally significant numismatic pieces.
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