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5 Kopecks - Nikolai I / Aleksandr II
| Copper | 25.59 g | 35.8 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Nicholas I (1825-1855) Alexander II the Liberator (1855-1881) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1850-1859 |
| Value | 5 Kopecks (5 Копеек) (0.05) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 25.59 g |
| Diameter | 35.8 mm |
| Thickness | 2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#21241 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 34% |
Reverse
Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
* 5 *
КОПѢЕКЪ
1856.
Е. М.
Translation: 5 Kopecks
Edge
Plain
Comment
Rulers: Nikolai I (1825-1855), Aleksandr II (1855-1881).Mintmarks:
ЕМ – Ekaterinburg Mint (C#152.1)
ВМ – Warsaw Mint (C#152.4)
Interesting fact
The 5 Kopecks coin from the Russian Empire, featuring Nikolai I and Aleksandr II, has an interesting fact associated with it. The coin was minted during a time of great change in Russia, with Nikolai I ruling from 1825 to 1855 and Aleksandr II ruling from 1855 to 1881. During this period, Russia experienced significant modernization and reform, including the emancipation of serfs in 1861. Despite the changes, the coin remained a standard circulation coin and was made of copper, weighing 25.59 grams. This coin serves as a reminder of the tumultuous period in Russian history and the efforts of its rulers to transform the country.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1850 Е.М. | 373440 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1851 Е.М. | 2240640 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1852 Е.М. | 3960960 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1853 Е.М. | 1478720 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1854 Е.М. | 355840 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1855 Е.М. | 740400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1856 Е.М. | 5145920 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1857 Е.М. | 8675200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1858 Е.М. | 19560640 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1859 Е.М. | 19441360 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 5 Kopecks - Nikolai I / Aleksandr II 1850-1859 coin.
