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Kopeck - Alexey Mikhailovich Copper; Pskov ND
| Copper | 0.43 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Alexis Mikhaylovich (1645-1676) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1655-1663 |
| Value | 1 Kopeck (1 Копейка) (0.01) |
| Currency | Rouble (1533-1717) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 0.43 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#112429 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription. The legend contain the tsar’s title.
Legend «ЦАРЬ И ВЕЛИКИЙ КНЯЗЬ АЛЕКСЕЙ МИХАЙЛОВИЧ ВСЕЯ ВЕЛИКИЯ И МАЛЫЯ И БЕЛЫЯ РОСИИ».
Script: Cyrillic
Translation: Tsar and Grand Duke Alexei Mikhailovich, Sovereign of All the Russias – Great, Minor and White
Comment
Interesting fact
The Kopeck coin , which was minted during the reign of Alexey Mikhailovich (1645-1676) and features the image of the Russian tsar on one side and the coat of arms of the Russian Empire on the other, was made of copper and weighed 0.43 grams. This coin was used as a standard circulation coin during that time and was an important part of the Russian monetary system. It's worth noting that the Kopeck was the main unit of currency in Russia for many centuries, and its design and composition changed over time. The coin is a rare and valuable example of a Kopeck from the 17th century, and it would be a great addition to any coin collection.
