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Denezhka - Nikolai I

 
Copper 2.56 g 17.9 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Emperor
Nicholas I (1825-1855)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1850-1855
Value
1 Denga (1 Деньга) (0.005)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.56 g
Diameter
17.9 mm
Thickness
1.15 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#26056
Rarity index
20%

Reverse

Denomination, date.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
ДЕНЕЖКА
1855.
Е.М.

Translation: Denezhka

Edge

Plain

Interesting fact

The Denezhka - Nikolai I 1850-1855 coin was used as a means of payment for the working class, and its design was intended to be easily recognizable and distinguishable from other coins in circulation at the time. The coin's unique design features a simple, yet elegant, image of Nikolai I, the ruler of the Russian Empire from 1825 to 1855, on one side, and the denomination and year of minting on the other. Despite its relatively small size and value, the coin has become a sought-after collector's item among numismatists due to its historical significance and the fact that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Russia.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1850 ЕМ 3561600 - - - - - -
1851 ЕМ 6425600 - - - - - -
1852 ЕМ 14672000 - - - - - -
1853 ЕМ 12243200 - - - - - -
1854 ЕМ 13753600 - - - - - -
1855 ЕМ 20510600 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Denezhka - Nikolai I 1850-1855 coin.