5 Kopecks - Elizabeth 1755-1756 front 5 Kopecks - Elizabeth 1755-1756 back
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5 Kopecks - Elizabeth

 
Silver (.802) 1.21 g 16 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Empress
Elizabeth (1741-1762)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1755-1756
Value
5 Kopecks (5 Копеек) (0.05)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Silver (.802)
Weight
1.21 g
Diameter
16 mm
Shape
Round
Orientation
Coin alignment ↑↓
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91240
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Eagle in the clouds; denomination; year.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
17 56
5
КОП
СПБ

Translation:
5 Kop. (Kopecks)
SPB

Edge

Threadlike

Comment

C#15.1: d – 16 mm
C#15.2: d – 13,5 mm

1755 (diiferent stars):

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Interesting fact

The 5 Kopecks coin was minted during the reign of Empress Elizabeth of Russia, who ruled from 1741 to 1762. She was known for her extensive reforms, including the creation of a new monetary system, which led to the introduction of this coin. The 5 Kopecks coin was an important denomination at the time, as it was equivalent to a week's wages for a skilled worker. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, with some mint conditions selling for thousands of dollars.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1755 СПБ 540000 - - - - - -
1756 СПБ 905000 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kopecks - Elizabeth 1755-1756 coin.