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Architect AN Voronikhin, to the 250-th anniversary
Russian commemorative Silver coin
Series: Outstanding Personalities of Russia
Architect AN Voronikhin, to the 250-th anniversary
Par : 2 rubles
Release Date: 01.09.2009
Mint: Saint Petersburg Mint (SPMD).
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| Metal, fineness | Silver 925/1000 |
| Quality | Proof |
| Content chemically pure metal, g | 15.55 |
| Total weight, g | 17 |
| Thickness, mm | 2,4 |
| Diameter, mm | 33 |
| The edge | 195 corrugations |
| Mintage, pcs. | 5000 |
Andrew Nikiforovich Voronikhin (1759-1814) - architect, representative of high classicism. Erected in 1801-1811. on its projects in St. Petersburg Kazan Cathedral on Nevsky Prospect and the building of the Mountain Cadet Corps (since 1866 - the Mining Institute) marked a monumental and strict solemnity. Participated in the creation of architectural ensembles and Peterhof, Pavlovsk, Gatchina and Strelna. His designs were created in the organic combination of interior architecture.
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