Occurring on the 27 June 1709, the most famous battle of the Great Northern War resulted in a decisive victory by Peter the Great of Russia over Charles XII of Sweden. The outcome saw Russia emerge as one of the leading nations in Europe and marked the decline of Sweden as a Great Power.

Bullion Quality 99.9% Pure Silver

The coin is struck from 1oz of 99.9% pure silver in bullion quality.

Coloured Reverse Design

The coin’s reverse combines struck and coloured elements portraying Tsar Peter I in the midst of the historic battle. The reverse also incorporates the inscription THE BATTLE OF POLTAVA 1709-2009 and 300^TH ANNIVERSARY.

‘P’ Mintmark

The reverse features the Mint’s distinctive ‘P’ mintmark.

Legal Tender

Issued as legal tender under the authority of the Government of Tuvalu, the coin’s obverse depicts the Raphael Maklouf effigy of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II and the 2009 year-date.

Extremely Limited Mintage

The Perth Mint will release no more than 10,000 of these coins worldwide.

Presentation Case

Each coin is housed in a brown presentation display case and illustrated shipper.

Numbered Certificate of Authenticity

Each coin is accompanied by a numbered Certificate of Authenticity.

Technical Specifications

OPALPLUS HAS BEEN PURCHASER OF PERTH MINT COINS SINCE EARLY 1980s

IN AUGUST 2007 WE WERE APPROVED AS AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR PERTH MINT AUSTRALIA .

COINSPLUS NOW SPECILAIZES IN COINS