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50 Kopeks Arctic Coal
1946 year| Copper-nickel | 3.6 g | 22.2 mm |
| Location | Spitsbergen (Norway) |
|---|---|
| Issuing company | Arktikugol (Арктикуголь) |
| Type | Token |
| Year | 1946 |
| Value | 50 Kopeks (0.50) |
| Currency | Rouble (1924-1958) |
| Composition | Copper-nickel |
| Weight | 3.6 g |
| Diameter | 22.2 mm |
| Thickness | 1.2 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#66364 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 75% |
Reverse
Denomination. "Arktikugol", the name of a Russian mining company.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
АРКТИКУГОЛЬ
50
КОПЕЕК
Translation:
Arktikugol (Arctic Coal)
50 Kopeks
Edge
Reeded
Comment
Interesting fact
The 50 Kopeks (Arctic Coal) coin from 1946 is a rare and unique coin that features an image of a polar bear on one side and the Soviet Union's coat of arms on the other. It was minted to commemorate the Soviet Union's efforts to exploit the natural resources of the Arctic region, particularly coal, during World War II. The coin's design was created by the prominent Soviet artist, Ivan Dubasov, who was known for his work on various Soviet coins and medals. Despite its small denomination, the coin is highly sought after by collectors due to its historical significance and rarity.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1946 | 21840 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for 50 Kopeks (Arctic Coal) 1946 coin.
