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Grivennik - Ekaterina II
| Silver (.750) | 2.37 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Catherine II the Great (1762-1796) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1777-1782 |
| Value | 1 Grivna (1 Гривенникъ) (0.10) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 2.37 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#91453 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 87% |
Reverse
Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
ГРИВЕН
НИКЪ
1781
Translation: Grivennik
Edge
Threadlike
Interesting fact
The Grivennik - Ekaterina II 1777-1782 coin was minted during the reign of Catherine the Great, who was the Empress of Russia from 1762 until her death in 1796. She was known for her many reforms and her passion for the arts, and her reign is often referred to as the "Golden Age" of Russia. The coin's design features a portrait of Catherine the Great on one side and an image of the Russian coat of arms on the other. The use of silver in the coin's minting was a common practice during this time period, as it was a valuable and durable metal that was widely used in coinage. Today, this coin is considered a rare and valuable collector's item, and it is highly sought after by numismatists and history enthusiasts.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1778 СПБ | 540000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1779 СПБ | 1376000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1780 СПБ | 142000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Grivennik - Ekaterina II 1777-1782 coin.
