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5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II KM
| Copper | 51.2 g | 42 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Catherine II the Great (1762-1796) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1781-1796 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#91270 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed eagle, initials divided below.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
К М
ПЯТЬ ∙ КОПѢЕКЪ
Translation: Five Kopecks
Edge
Threadlike
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), threadlike edge
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 (KM) 1781-1796 from the Russian Empire is interesting because it was produced during a time of significant economic and political change in Russia. The coin was minted during the reign of Catherine the Great, who was known for her efforts to modernize and expand the Russian economy. The coin's design features an image of Catherine the Great on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other. The use of copper in the coin's production was also significant, as it was a common material used in coinage during this time period. Overall, this coin is a fascinating piece of history that provides insight into the economic and political climate of Russia during the late 18th century.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1782 КМ | 6014000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1783 КМ | 3046000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1784 КМ | 4619000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1785 КМ | 5577000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1786 КМ | 3820000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1787 КМ | 2911000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1788 КМ | 3354000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1789 КМ | 2310000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1790 КМ | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1791 КМ | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1792 КМ | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1793 КМ | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1794 КМ | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1795 КМ | 4000000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1796 КМ | 3020000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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 (KM) 1781-1796 coin.
