1979 Soviet Union 5 Rubles – Moscow 1980 Olympics Weightlifting – Silver Proof

This 1979 Soviet Union 5 Rubles silver proof commemorative was issued as part of the USSR's extensive coin program celebrating the 1980 Summer Olympic Games in Moscow. Featuring a dramatic weightlifting design and attractive proof surfaces, the coin combines Soviet-era history, Olympic memorabilia, and precious-metal content in a distinctive world silver issue.

The obverse features the state emblem of the Soviet Union, flanked by the Cyrillic abbreviation “СССР” (USSR), with the denomination 5 РУБЛЕЙ (5 Rubles) below. The reverse depicts a weightlifter raising a barbell overhead in front of a stadium, accompanied by the Moscow Olympic emblem. The Cyrillic inscription “ИГРЫ XXII ОЛИМПИАДЫ • МОСКВА • 1980” translates to “Games of the XXII Olympiad • Moscow • 1980,” with the issue date 1979 appearing below the design.

Struck in .900 fine silver, the coin has a total weight of approximately 16.67 grams, providing approximately 15 grams (0.4823 troy oz.) of pure silver. This example is the Proof issue, displaying sharply defined devices contrasted against reflective fields.

Specifications:

Year: 1979

Country: Soviet Union (USSR)

Denomination: 5 Rubles

Series: Moscow 1980 Olympic Games

Theme: Weightlifting

Composition: .900 Silver

Weight: 16.67 grams

Actual Silver Weight: 15 grams / 0.4823 troy oz.

Diameter: 33 mm

Finish: Proof

Condition: Please refer to the photographs for the exact condition of the coin offered.

An attractive Soviet silver commemorative with strong crossover appeal for collectors of Olympic memorabilia, USSR coinage, world silver, and sports-themed coins. Please reach out with any questions!