20 Kopecks (Trial Strike) 1956 front 20 Kopecks (Trial Strike) 1956 back
20 Kopecks (Trial Strike) 1956 photo
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg

20 Kopecks Trial Strike

1956 year
Copper 3.48 g -
Description
Issuer
Soviet Union (Russia)
Period
Soviet Union (1922-1991)
Type
Pattern
Year
1956
Value
20 Kopecks (0.20)
Currency
Rouble (1924-1958)
Composition
Copper
Weight
3.48 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#316141
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Value and date in wreath

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
20
КОПЕЕК
1956

Translation: 20 Kopecks

Edge

Reeded

Interesting fact

The Pattern 20 Kopecks (Trial Strike) 1956 from Soviet Union (Russia) made of Copper weighing 3.48 g is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples in existence. It was minted in 1956 as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation and was only produced in small quantities for testing purposes. The coin features a unique design, with the Soviet Union's national emblem on one side and the number 20 on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auction.