Nicholas II, 1913 - Unveiling of the Suvorov Monument at Rymnik, Romania

ANRO-466; Diakov-1562.1

Obverse: Monument of General Alexander Vasilyevich Suvorov, mounted on a rearing horse atop a grand pedestal. Inscriptions around the edge: "ВЪ ЧЕСТЬ ОТКРЫТIЯ ПАМЯТНIКА ГРАФУ АЛЕКСАНДРУ ВАСИЛЬЕВИЧУ СУВОРОВУ-РЫМНИКСКОМУ НА ПОЛЕ СРАЖЕНIЯ ПОДЪ РЫМНИКОМЪ 1789-1913" and "IN AMINTIREA INAUGURAREI MONUMENTULUI CONTE A. V. SUVOROV RAMNITZKKU PE CAMPIA RAMNICULUI - SARAT 1789-1913"
which translate to "In honor of the unveiling of the monument to Count Alexander Vasilyevich Suvorov-Rymnik on the battlefield of Rymnik, 1789-1913."

Reverse: Shield with a laurel and oak wreath, symbolizing military glory and resilience. The central inscription: "ПОВЕЛѢHIЕМЪ ГОСУДАРЯ ИМПЕРАТОРА НИКОЛАЯ II САМОДЕРЖЦА ВСЕРОССIЙСКАГО СООРУЖОНЪ ВЪ ЛѢТО 1913" and "DIN ORDINUL MAJESTATEI SALE IMPARATULUI TUTUROR RUSSILOR NICOLAE II LEA S A RADICAT CEST MONUMENT IN ANUL 1913" which translates to "By the order of His Majesty Emperor Nicholas II, Autocrat of All Russia, this monument was erected in the year 1913."

Specifications: 65mm
Gold – R5;
Silver – R4;
Bronze – R3; 94.80g; 65mm

Reference: Diakov-1562.1
Image shown: Sincona 20 lot 1698

This medal was issued to commemorate the unveiling of the Suvorov Monument in Rymnik, Romania, honoring Suvorov’s victory in the Battle of Rymnik (1789) against the Ottoman Empire.

Alexander Vasilyevich Suvorov (1729–1800) is one of the most celebrated military commanders in history, known for his undefeated record in battle and brilliant campaigns, including his famous crossing of the Swiss Alps during the War of the Second Coalition in 1799. Suvorov, an ethnic Armenian on his mother’s side, is particularly noteworthy in Armenian heritage due to this lineage. His mother, Avdotya Manukova, came from an Armenian noble family, linking Suvorov to the Armenian diaspora in Russia. The Swiss campaign is considered one of the most daring military maneuvers in European history, as Suvorov led his troops through treacherous mountain passes against overwhelming odds. This coin honors his remarkable achievements and lasting legacy.