5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II (Novodel) 1765 front 5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II (Novodel) 1765 back
5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II (Novodel) 1765 photo
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5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II Novodel

1765 year
Copper 51.2 g 46.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Empress
Catherine II the Great (1762-1796)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1765
Value
5 Kopecks (5 Копеек) (0.05)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Copper
Weight
51.2 g
Diameter
46.5 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91265
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Crowned double-headed eagle, initials divided below.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
Е М
ПЯТЬ ∙ КОПѢЕКЪ

Translation: Five Kopecks

Interesting fact

The 5 Kopecks - Ekaterina II (Novodel) 1765 coin from the Russian Empire is interesting because it features a unique design element. The coin's obverse side bears an image of Empress Catherine II, while the reverse side features a depiction of a crowned eagle holding a scepter and an orb. This design was meant to symbolize the power and authority of the Russian monarchy during Catherine II's reign.