RUSSIA. Ruble, ND (1704). Kadashevsky (Moscow) Mint. Peter I (the Great). NGC VF-35. KM-122.2; Dav-1642; Bit-174. The earliest of Peters Rubles, this charming example presents a steely-gray color and an attractive even pattern of wear. This handsome coin is struck well for the type on a mostly symmetrical flan, though at 8 oclock the flan is awkwardly sheered at an angle. This wholesome specimen will excite all collectors of Russian issues, and offers a chance to acquire a type that is certainly elusive in nice condition.