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Grivennik - Elizabeth
| Silver (.750) | 2.42 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Elizabeth (1741-1762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1746-1757 |
| Value | 1 Grivna (1 Гривенникъ) (0.10) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 2.42 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#24957 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 58% |
Reverse
Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
ГРИВЕН
НИКЪ
1752
I Ш
Translation:
Grivennik
I SH
Edge
Threadlike
Interesting fact
The Grivennik coin was used as a means of payment for the Russian Empire's military forces during the reign of Elizabeth (1746-1757). It was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring an image of the Empress on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other. The coin was minted in large quantities to meet the demands of the military, and it remained in circulation for many years after Elizabeth's reign. Today, the Grivennik coin is a sought-after collector's item among numismatists and historians interested in Russian history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1746 | 870000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1747 | 2210002 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1748 | 3265000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1749 | 100000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1750 | 200000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1751 | 1395000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1752 Е | 219240 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1753 IП | 510000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1754 IП | 835002 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1755 ЕI | 65000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1756 МБ | 264950 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1757 МБ | 401320 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Grivennik - Elizabeth 1746-1757 coin.
