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10 Kopecks - Pavel I
1798 year| Silver (.868) | 2.07 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Paul I (1796-1801) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1798 |
| Value | 10 Kopecks (10 Копеек) (0.10) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.868) |
| Weight | 2.07 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#97075 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Denomination, date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
10
КОПѢЕКЪ
1798∙
С. П.
О. М.
Translation:
10 Kopecks
S P
O M
Edge
Diagonal reeding
Comment
Initials:ОМ - Osip Meijer
Interesting fact
The 10 Kopecks coin from the Russian Empire, minted in 1798 during the reign of Pavel I, is interesting because it was made of silver (.868) and weighed 2.07 grams. This coin was a standard circulation coin, indicating that it was widely used and accessible to the general population. Despite its relatively small size and value, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and the fact that it was made of a precious metal like silver.
