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Grivennik - Elizabeth
| Silver (.750) | 2.59 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Elizabeth (1741-1762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1742-1746 |
| Value | 1 Grivna (1 Гривенникъ) (0.10) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.750) |
| Weight | 2.59 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#91449 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
ГРИВЕН
НИКЪ
1742
Translation: Grivennik
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 (1742-1746). It was made of silver and had a unique design, featuring the empress's image on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other. The coin's weight and silver content made it a valuable and reliable form of currency, and it was widely used throughout the empire.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1742 | 560000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1743 | 206500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1744 | 1420804 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1745 | 730000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1746 | 870000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Grivennik - Elizabeth 1742-1746 coin.
