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15 Kopecks - Alexander II
| Silver (.750) | 3.06 g | 19.8 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Alexander II the Liberator (1855-1881) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1860-1866 |
| Value | 15 Kopecks (15 Копеек) (0.15) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 3.06 g |
| Diameter | 19.8 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#22182 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 28% |
Reverse
Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
*15*
КОПѢЕКЪ
1965
С.П.Б.
Translation:
15 Kopecks
S.P.B.
Edge
Dotted
Comment
Initials:ФБ - Fedor Blum
МИ - Mikhail Ivanov
АБ - Alexander Belozerov
HI - Nikolay Iossa
Interesting fact
The 15 Kopecks coin from the Russian Empire, featuring Alexander II, has an interesting feature. It was minted with a unique silver composition of .750, which is 75% silver and 25% other metals. This coin is a rare example of a silver coin that is not made entirely of silver, but still maintains its value and historical significance.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1860 СПБ ФБ | 4480003 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1861 СПБ | 13300000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1861 СПБ ФБ | 10120008 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1862 СПБ МИ | 10000009 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1863 СПБ АБ | 9960003 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1864 СПБ НФ | 10715008 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1865 СПБ НФ | 10703063 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1866 СПБ HФ | 6329306 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 15 Kopecks - Alexander II 1860-1866 coin.
