5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II (СМ) 1763-1767 front 5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II (СМ) 1763-1767 back
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5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II СМ

 
Copper 51.2 g 42 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Empress
Catherine II the Great (1762-1796)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1763-1767
Value
5 Kopecks (5 Копеек) (0.05)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Copper
Weight
51.2 g
Diameter
42 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91273
Rarity index
83%

Reverse

Crowned double-headed eagle, initials divided below.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
С М
ПЯТЬ ∙ КОПѢЕКЪ

Translation:
S M
Five Kopecks

Edge

Reticulated

Comment

Mintmarks:
Without mintmark – unknown mint (C#59.1)
АМ – Anninsky Mint (C#59.2)
ЕМ – Ekaterinburg Mint (C#59.3)
ТМ – Tauric Mint (C#59.4)
КМ – Suzun Mint (C#59.5)
ММ – Krasny Mint, Moscow (C#59.6)
СПМ – St. Petersburg Mint (C#59.7)
СМ – Sestroretsk Mint (C#59.8)

Interesting fact

The 5 Kopecks coin featuring Ekaterina II (СМ) from the Russian Empire, minted between 1763 and 1767, is interesting because it was made during a time of significant economic and political change in Russia. The coin's mintage coincided with the reign of Catherine the Great, who was known for her efforts to modernize and expand the Russian Empire. The coin's design, which features an image of Catherine II on the obverse and the Russian coat of arms on the reverse, reflects the cultural and political influences of the time. Additionally, the use of copper as the material for the coin was a common practice during this period, as it was a readily available and affordable metal. Overall, this coin offers a fascinating glimpse into the history and culture of 18th-century Russia.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1763 СМ 2491000 - - - - - -
1765 СМ 663000 - - - - - -
1766 СМ 200000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II (СМ) 1763-1767 coin.