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20 Kopecks - Alexander II Warsaw
1857 year| Silver (.868) | 4.14 g | 22 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Alexander II the Liberator (1855-1881) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1857 |
| Value | 20 Kopecks (20 Копеек) (0.20) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.868) |
| Weight | 4.14 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#274547 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
20
КОПѢЕКЪ
1857
Translation:
20 Kopecks
1857
Edge
Center slanted reeding
Comment
Mintmarks:СПБ - St. Petersburg Mint
MW - Warsaw mint
Interesting fact
The 20 Kopecks coin from the Russian Empire, featuring Alexander II, has an interesting feature. It was minted in Warsaw in 1857, and it's made of silver with a purity level of .868. It weighs 4.14 grams. What's fascinating about this coin is that it was produced during a time when the Russian Empire was undergoing significant changes, including the emancipation of serfs, which was a significant reform implemented by Alexander II. This coin serves as a tangible reminder of that era and the reforms that took place during Alexander II's reign.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1857 MW | 87460 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (Warsaw) 1857 coin.
