kopeikin Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 In the numismatic books and on this venerable forum I saw the term "obverse" and "reverse" used in regards to Russian coins. Is there a good and easy definition that defines these terms? Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexbq2 Posted February 25, 2010 Report Share Posted February 25, 2010 In the numismatic books and on this venerable forum I saw the term "obverse" and "reverse" used in regards to Russian coins. Is there a good and easy definition that defines these terms? Thank you. The side with the portrait of the ruler or more important state regalia is the obverse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kopeikin Posted February 26, 2010 Author Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 Then what would be the obverse on the roubles of Nicolas II? Eagle or portrait? Thank you, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alexbq2 Posted February 26, 2010 Report Share Posted February 26, 2010 Then what would be the obverse on the roubles of Nicolas II? Eagle or portrait? Thank you, I guess I should have said - The side with the portrait of the ruler or more important state regalia is the obverse in case of portrait's absence. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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