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1 Kopeck - Pyotr III
1762 year| Copper | 5.12 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Peter III (1762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1762 |
| Value | 1 Kopeck (1 Копейка) (0.01) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.12 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#101709 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Drums. Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
∙ 1 ∙
ОДНА
КОПЕИКА
1762
Translation: One Kopeck
Edge
Reeded or reticulated
Comment
Ruler: Peter III, was emperor of Russia for six months in 1762.Interesting fact
The 1 Kopeck - Pyotr III 1762 coin was minted during the reign of Peter III, who was the Emperor of Russia for a brief period of six months in 1762. He was known for his liberal and progressive policies, and his coinage reflects this. The 1 Kopeck coin was minted with a unique design, featuring an image of Peter III on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other. This coin was also made of copper, which was a common material for coinage at the time. Despite its relatively low value, the 1 Kopeck - Pyotr III 1762 coin is now a rare and sought-after collector's item among numismatists.
