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48 Kopecks - Elizabeth Novodel; 10 Rouble obverse die ND
1758 year| Silver (.750) | 13.19 g | 32 mm |
| Issuer | Livonia and Estonia (Russia) |
|---|---|
| Queen | Elizabeth (1741-1762) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1758 |
| Value | 48 Kopecks = ½ Livonese |
| Currency | Livonese (1756-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 13.19 g |
| Diameter | 32 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#166353 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Double-headed Russian eagles carrying Livonian and Estonian shields, all surrounded by legend.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
MONETA · LIVON · ET · ESTLAND · 1756 ·
48
Translation:
Moneta Livoniae Et Estland
Coin of Livonia and Estonia
Edge
Oblique milled.
Comment
These novodel pieces (official restrikes) were struck using the same reverse die as the type 1 Pattern coins, and using a 10 Rouble obverse die from Moscow (for Russia). 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 of Russia, who was the Empress of Russia from 1741 to 1762. She was known for her extensive reforms and her efforts to modernize Russia, which included the introduction of new currency and the establishment of a central bank. This coin, with its unique design and silver content, is a reflection of her efforts to stabilize and strengthen the Russian economy during her reign.
