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2 Kopecks - Elizabeth Novodel; 4 Kopeck obverse die; silver ND
1758 year| Silver | 1.28 g | 15 mm |
| Issuer | Livonia and Estonia (Russia) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth (1741-1762) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1758 |
| Value | 2 Kopecks = 1⁄48 Livonese |
| Currency | Livonese (1756-1917) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 1.28 g |
| Diameter | 15 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#166365 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Livonian and Estonian shields with bow above, value below, and surrounded by the date.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
1 - 7
5 - 6
2
Edge
Oblique milled.
Comment
These novodel pieces (official restrikes) were struck using the same reverse die as the type 1 Pattern coins (large date and value), and using 4 Kopeck obverse die from Kransy (for Livoestonika). While the exact date these novodels were struck is unknown, they would have been struck in 1758 at the very earliest.Interesting fact
One interesting fact about this coin is that it was minted during the reign of Elizabeth, who was the Empress of Russia from 1741 to 1762. She was known for her many reforms and her efforts to modernize Russia, which included the introduction of new coinage. This coin, with its unique design and silver content, is a rare and valuable example of the currency that was used during her reign.
