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2 Kopecks - Alexander II Pattern
1863 year| Copper-nickel | 9.97 g | 28.5 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Alexander II the Liberator (1855-1881) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1863 |
| Value | 2 Kopecks (2 Копейки) (0.02) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 9.97 g |
| Diameter | 28.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#362806 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Denomination, date and mint mark.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
❁ 2 ❁
КОПѢЙКИ
1863
Е М
Translation: 2 Kopecks
Interesting fact
The Pattern 2 Kopecks - Alexander II (Pattern) 1863 from the Russian Empire made of Copper-nickel weighing 9.97 g is interesting because it features a unique design that was never adopted for circulation. The pattern coin features a portrait of Alexander II on the obverse and a crowned double-headed eagle on the reverse, which was a departure from the traditional designs used on Russian coins at the time. This coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with only a few examples known to exist.
