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Grivna - Ekaterina I Plate money
1726 year| Copper | 161.8 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Catherine I (1724-1727) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1726 |
| Value | 1 Grivna (1 Гривенникъ) (0.10) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 161.8 g |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#102869 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Edge
Plain
Comment
Bitkin#339-341Issued between 1725-1727 in various sizes containing copper equal to value of similar denominations of silver
coinage. Obviously they copied the format of the Swedish plate money introduced in 1702.
Interesting fact
The Grivna - Ekaterina I (Plate money) 1726 coin from the Russian Empire made of Copper weighing 161.8g is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was part of a series of coins known as "plate money" because they were made from large copper plates that were stamped to create the coin's design. This unique method of production gave the coins a distinctive look and made them stand out from other coins of the time.
