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Kopeck - Boris Godunov Velikiy Novgorod; Н РГI
7113 (1605) year| Silver | 0.68 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Boris Godunov (1598-1605) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 7113 (1605) |
| Calendar | Byzantine |
| Value | 1 Kopeck (1 Копейка) (0.01) |
| Currency | Rouble (1533-1717) |
| Composition | Silver |
| Weight | 0.68 g |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#165919 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 95% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription.
Legend «ЦАРЬ И ВЕЛИКИЙ КНЯЗЬ БОРИС ФЕДОРОВИЧ ВСЕЯ РУСИ».
Script: Cyrillic
Translation: Tsar and Grand Prince Boris Feodorovich of all Rus
Comment
Obverse stamp № 13, reverse stamp № 11.http://silver-copeck.ru/8002/2.html
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 1605, the final year of Godunov's reign, suggests that it may have been produced as part of a larger effort to promote the tsar's image and legacy. Despite Godunov's efforts to modernize and strengthen Russia, his reign ultimately ended in tragedy, as he died suddenly in 1605 and was succeeded by his wife, Marina Mniszech, who went on to face significant challenges and turmoil during her own reign. The coin serves as a tangible reminder of this pivotal moment in Russian history.
