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50 Kopecks Trial strike
1956 year| Copper | 5.03 g | - |
| Issuer | Soviet Union (Russia) |
|---|---|
| Period | Soviet Union (1922-1991) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1956 |
| Value | 50 Kopecks (0.50) |
| Currency | Rouble (1924-1958) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 5.03 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#94108 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Value and date within wheat sprigs.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
50
КОПЕЕК
1956
Translation: 50 Kopecks
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Pattern 50 Kopecks (Trial strike) 1956 from Soviet Union (Russia) made of Copper weighing 5.03 g is a rare and unique coin, with only a few known examples in existence. It was minted in 1956 as a trial strike, meaning it was not intended for circulation and was only produced in small quantities for testing and evaluation purposes. The coin features a design of a Soviet emblem on one side and the number 50 on the other, with a copper composition that gives it a distinctive reddish-brown color. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auctions.
