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Grivennik - Peter I
| Silver (.728) | 2.84 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Peter I the Great (1682-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1718-1720 |
| Value | 1 Grivna (1 Гривенникъ) (0.10) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.728) |
| Weight | 2.84 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#91752 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Denomination; date. 10 dots.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
∙∙∙∙∙
∙∙∙∙∙
ГРИВЕ
ННИКЪ
1718
L
Translation: Grivennik
Edge
Threadlike
Comment
Initials: L - Johann Lyuvis LangInteresting fact
The Grivennik coin was used as a means of payment for the Russian Empire's military forces during the Great Northern War, which lasted from 1700 to 1721. The coin was designed to be easily transportable and was often used to pay soldiers and purchase supplies during the war. Despite its small size, the Grivennik coin played a significant role in the war effort and remains an important part of Russian history.
