© Anumis
© Anumis
Medal - Peter and Paul Fortress ND
| - | - | - |
| Location | Soviet Union (Russia) |
|---|---|
| Type | › Tokens |
| Shape | Round with a loop |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#151084 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
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Lettering:
петропавловская
крепость
заложена
в 1703 г.
Translation:
Peter and Paul Fortress
founded in 1703
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The Peter and Paul Fortress is the original citadel of St. Petersburg, Russia, founded by Peter the Great in 1703 and built to Domenico Trezzini's designs from 1706 to 1740 as a star fortress.
