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5 Kopecks Trial Strike
1953 year| Iron (iron alloy) | 4.44 g | - |
| Issuer | Soviet Union (Russia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Soviet Union (1922-1991) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1953 |
| Value | 5 Kopecks (0.05) |
| Currency | Rouble (1924-1958) |
| Composition | Iron (iron alloy) |
| Weight | 4.44 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#94316 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 93% |
Reverse
Value and date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
5
КОПЕЕК
1953
Translation: 5 Kopecks
Interesting fact
The Pattern 5 Kopecks (Trial Strike) 1953 from Soviet Union (Russia) made of Iron (iron alloy) weighing 4.44 g is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples in existence. It was minted in 1953 as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation and was instead used as a test piece for the minting process. The coin's rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item among numismatists and enthusiasts of Soviet-era memorabilia.
