Russia 1755 Elizabeth Rouble MMД-MБ- NGC AU Details

Description: This is one of the best values for an Elizabeth Rouble you will find in the marketplace due to it being priced in accordance with the NGC determination of being cleaned. While this coin may have seen the odd dusting rag at some time in its nearly 300 year past, it certainly didn't do the coin any harm. This is such an attractive specimen of this hard to find (in any condition, let alone this choice grade) coin which will be instantly recognized by those who collect this difficult series. NGC AU Details and absolutely beautiful! Empress Elizabeth of Russia, also known as Yelisaveta Petrovna, was the daughter of Peter the Great and ruled as the Empress of Russia from 1741 to 1762. Here are key points about Empress Elizabeth:Birth and Early Life: Elizabeth Petrovna was born on December 29, 1709, in Kolomenskoye, near Moscow, Russia. She was the daughter of Peter the Great and his second wife, Catherine I. Ascension to the Throne: Elizabeth came to the throne in 1741 after a coup known as the "Elizabethan Coup." She led a group of guardsmen and nobles who opposed the German-born Empress Anna Ivanovna. Elizabeth's ascension marked a shift in Russian politics. Domestic Policies: Elizabeth's reign saw a focus on domestic policies and the stabilization of the Russian government. She worked to strengthen the nobility and maintain the existing social structure. Foreign Relations: Elizabeth pursued a policy of maintaining peace in foreign relations, in contrast to her predecessor's involvement in the War of the Polish Succession. She secured territorial gains through diplomatic means rather than warfare. Arts and Culture: Elizabeth was known for her patronage of the arts and culture. She contributed to the development of the Russian court as a center of cultural refinement. The construction of the Winter Palace in St. Petersburg, later expanded by Catherine the Great, is associated with Elizabeth's reign. Economic Policies: Elizabeth's reign witnessed some economic growth, with an emphasis on trade and commerce. However, her policies were not as transformative as those of her father, Peter the Great. Succession Plans: Elizabeth faced challenges regarding the issue of her successor. She never married and did not have a direct heir. Her nephew, Peter of Holstein-Gottorp, was eventually declared her heir, and he would later become Emperor Peter III. Death: Elizabeth died on January 5, 1762, at the age of 52. Her death marked the end of her reign, and her successor, Peter III, ascended to the throne. Legacy: Elizabeth is remembered for her role in stabilizing the Russian government after the tumultuous period of Anna Ivanovna's rule. Her patronage of the arts contributed to the cultural development of Russia, and she is often regarded as one of the more successful rulers of the 18th century.Elizabeth's reign is characterized by a period of relative stability, both domestically and in foreign relations. While she did not implement sweeping reforms, her rule had a lasting impact on the cultural and political landscape of Russia in the 18th century.

Price: 1475 USD

Location: Palm Beach Gardens, Florida

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