Saint George Coin Appraisal

2016 Russia 3 Rubles Saint George the Victorious Bullion Coin

This is a 2016 Russian Federation 3-Ruble silver bullion coin. The obverse features the relief image of the State Emblem of the Russian Federation (a double-headed eagle with outspread wings, crowned with two small crowns and one large crown) with the inscriptions 'РОССИЙСКАЯ ФЕДЕРАЦИЯ' (Russian Federation) at the top, and 'БАНК РОССИИ' (Bank of Russia) above the denomination '3 РУБЛЯ' (3 Rubles) and the year '2016 г.' at the bottom. The coin is struck in .999 fine silver ('Ag 999') and weighs 31.1 grams, which is equivalent to one troy ounce. It measures approximately 39mm in diameter. The craftsmanship displays high-quality relief with a reeded edge. The coin exhibits noticeable surface oxidation and toning, appearing as brownish or dark discolorations around the lettering and the central emblem, which is common for silver items exposed to air. There are no significant signs of deep scratching or mechanical damage, though there is a slight fingerprint-like haze and minor contact marks consistent with handled bullion. This coin was minted by either the Moscow (MMD) or Saint Petersburg (SPMD) Mint, indicated by the small mint mark located significantly to the right of the eagle's talon.