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20 Kopecks - Alexander II
| Silver (.750) | 4.14 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Alexander II the Liberator (1855-1881) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1859-1860 |
| Value | 20 Kopecks (20 Копеек) (0.20) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 4.14 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#103706 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 82% |
Reverse
Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
* 20 *
КОПѢЕКЪ
1859
C.П.Б.
Translation:
20 Kopecks
1859
S.P.B.
Edge
Dotted
Comment
С.П.Б. - St. Petersburg MintInitials:
ФБ - Fedor Blum
Interesting fact
The 20 kopecks coin featuring Alexander II, issued from 1859 to 1860, was the first coin of the Russian Empire to feature a portrait of the emperor on the obverse (front side) instead of the traditional coat of arms. This change in design was a significant departure from the previous coins and marked a new era in Russian coinage.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1859 СПБ ФБ | 3960005 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1860 СПБ ФБ | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 20 Kopecks - Alexander II 1859-1860 coin.
