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Kopeck - Boris Godunov Velikiy Novgorod; В НОРΘ
7109 (1601) year| Silver (.960) | 0.68 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Boris Godunov (1598-1605) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 7109 (1601) |
| Calendar | Byzantine |
| Value | 1 Kopeck (1 Копейка) (0.01) |
| Currency | Rouble (1533-1717) |
| Composition | Silver (.960) |
| Weight | 0.68 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111704 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 92% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription.
Legend «ЦАРЬ И ВЕЛИКИЙ КНЯЗЬ БОРИС ФЕДОРОВИЧ ВСЕЯ РУСИ».
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
ЦРЬИВЕ
ЛИКИИКНЗЬ
БОРIСЬθЕОД
ОРОВИЧВС
ЕЯРУСI
Translation: Tsar and Grand Duke Boris Feodorovich of All Rus
Comment
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Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Kopeck coin featuring Boris Godunov is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in Russia. Boris Godunov was a powerful tsar who ruled from 1598 to 1605, and his reign was marked by significant political and economic reforms. The coin's minting in 1601, during the early years of Godunov's reign, suggests that it may have been part of an effort to promote the tsar's agenda and solidify his power. Additionally, the use of silver in the coin's production indicates that it was a valuable and highly sought-after currency at the time.
