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2 Kopecks - Aleksandr I Pattern; Novodel
1802 year| Copper | - | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Alexander I (1801-1825) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1802 |
| Value | 2 Kopecks (2 Копейки) (0.02) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#225310 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Denomination, date and mintmark inside the ring.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
2.
КОПѢЙКИ
1802.
Translation:
2 Kopecks
1802
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2 Kopecks - Aleksandr I (Pattern; Novodel) 1802 from the Russian Empire made of Copper is a rare and unique coin. One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted with a special "Novodel" technique, which was a method of creating pattern coins that involved striking the coin multiple times to create a detailed and intricate design. This technique was used to create a proof-like finish on the coin, which gives it a distinctive look and makes it stand out from other coins of its time.
