5 Kopecks - Alexander II 1858-1867 front 5 Kopecks - Alexander II 1858-1867 back
5 Kopecks - Alexander II 1858-1867 photo
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5 Kopecks - Alexander II

 
Copper 25.59 g 36.7 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Emperor
Alexander II the Liberator (1855-1881)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1858-1867
Value
5 Kopecks (5 Копеек) (0.05)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Copper
Weight
25.59 g
Diameter
36.7 mm
Thickness
2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#21240
Rarity index
20%

Reverse

Value above date.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
* 5 *
КОПѢЕКЪ
1865.
Е. М.

Translation: 5 Kopecks

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The 5 Kopecks coin from the Russian Empire, featuring Alexander II, has an interesting feature - it was the first coin in Russia to have a standardized design and denomination. Prior to its introduction in 1858, coins in Russia had varied designs and denominations, making it difficult for people to recognize and use them efficiently. The standardization of the 5 Kopecks coin helped to simplify trade and commerce, and it set a precedent for future coinage in Russia.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1859 Е.М. - - - - - -
1860 Е.М. 25260160 - - - - - -
1861 Е.М. 28021760 - - - - - -
1862 Е.М. 22055040 - - - - - -
1863 Е.М. 22510720 - - - - - -
1864 Е.М. 26042240 - - - - - -
1865 Е.М. 38933440 - - - - - -
1866 Е.М. 24767040 - - - - - -
1867 Е.М. 11697280 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kopecks - Alexander II 1858-1867 coin.