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© PCGS
½ Jefimok Rouble - Alexey Mikhailovich Countermarked over "Nürnberg Thaler 1624"
1655 year| Silver | - | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Alexis Mikhaylovich (1645-1676) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1655 |
| Value | ½ Jefimok Rouble (½ Ефимок Рубль) |
| Currency | Rouble (1533-1717) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled, Countermarked |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#355349 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Script: Latin
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the ½ Jefimok Rouble - Alexey Mikhailovich (Countermarked over "Nürnberg Thaler 1624") 1655 from Russian Empire made of Silver is that it was issued during a time of great economic and political change in Russia. The coin was minted during the reign of Tsar Alexey Mikhailovich, who ruled from 1645 to 1676, a period marked by significant reforms and modernization efforts in the country. The countermarking of the coin over a pre-existing Nürnberg Thaler, which was a popular trade coin at the time, highlights the complexities of international trade and currency exchange during this era. Despite being issued over 350 years ago, this coin remains a fascinating piece of history and a testament to the enduring legacy of Russia's rich cultural heritage.
