48 Kopecks - Elizabeth (Novodel; ½ Rouble obverse die) ND (1758) front 48 Kopecks - Elizabeth (Novodel; ½ Rouble obverse die) ND (1758) back
48 Kopecks - Elizabeth (Novodel; ½ Rouble obverse die) ND (1758) photo
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48 Kopecks - Elizabeth Novodel; ½ Rouble obverse die ND

1758 year
Silver (.750) 13.19 g 34 mm
Description
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
34 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#166354
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 or smooth.

Comment

These novodel pieces (official restrikes) were struck using the same reverse die as the type 1 Pattern coins, and using a 1/2 Rouble obverse die from Saint Petersburg (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 Empress Elizabeth of Russia, who was known for her extensive collection of coins and medals. This coin, with its unique design and silver composition, may have been a prized addition to her collection.