2 Dukats - Elizabeth (Double Chervonets; Trade Coinage) 1749 front 2 Dukats - Elizabeth (Double Chervonets; Trade Coinage) 1749 back
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2 Dukats - Elizabeth Double Chervonets; Trade Coinage

1749 year
Gold (.986) 6.94 g 25 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Empress
Elizabeth (1741-1762)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1749
Value
2 Ducats (2 Червонца) (5)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Gold (.986)
Weight
6.94 g
Diameter
25 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#102763
Rarity index
100%

Reverse

Crown above crowned double-headed eagle, date above.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
1749
IСАМОДЕРЖИЦА·ВСЕРОСИСКАЯ·

Translation:
1749
And Autocrat of all Russia

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

One interesting fact about the 2 Dukats - Elizabeth (Double Chervonets; Trade Coinage) 1749 from Russian Empire made of Gold (.986) weighing 6.94 g is that it was minted during the reign of Empress Elizabeth, who was known for her extensive collection of coins and medals. This coin was likely minted as a commemorative piece to honor a significant event or achievement during her reign.