5 Kopecks - Peter I (Novodel; МД) 1725 front 5 Kopecks - Peter I (Novodel; МД) 1725 back
5 Kopecks - Peter I (Novodel; МД) 1725 photo
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5 Kopecks - Peter I Novodel; МД

1725 year
Copper 20.48 g 32.5 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Tsar
Peter I the Great (1682-1721)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1725
Value
5 Kopecks (5 Копеек) (0.05)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Copper
Weight
20.48 g
Diameter
32.5 mm
Shape
Round
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#91199
Rarity index
95%

Reverse

Denomination and date inside a cross.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
ПѦТЬКОПѢЕКЪ
1725 ГОДА

Translation:
Five Kopecks
1725 year

Interesting fact

The 5 Kopecks - Peter I (Novodel; МД) 1725 coin from the Russian Empire is interesting because it features a unique design, with an image of Peter the Great on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other. This coin was minted during Peter's reign, which lasted from 1682 to 1725, and was part of a series of coins that were issued to commemorate his military victories and reforms. Despite being made of copper, this coin is relatively rare and highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and limited mintage.