50 Kopecks (Trial strike) 1956 front 50 Kopecks (Trial strike) 1956 back
50 Kopecks (Trial strike) 1956 photo
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50 Kopecks Trial strike

1956 year
Copper-nickel 4.85 g -
Description
Issuer
Soviet Union (Russia)
Period
Soviet Union (1922-1991)
Type
Pattern
Year
1956
Value
50 Kopecks (0.50)
Currency
Rouble (1924-1958)
Composition
Copper-nickel
Weight
4.85 g
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#94319
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Value and date.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
50
КОПЕЕК
1956

Translation: 50 Kopecks

Edge

Plain

Comment

Reinhold Kaim "Band I.A. Russland Serie-spezial. Die Probemunzen der UdSSR 1921-1983", P 263.

Interesting fact

The Pattern 50 Kopecks (Trial strike) 1956 from Soviet Union (Russia) made of Copper-nickel weighing 4.85 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 unique design, with the Soviet Union's national emblem on one side and the number "50" on the other. Due to its rarity and historical significance, this coin is highly sought after by collectors and can fetch high prices at auction.