Kopeck - Michael I (Velikiy Novgorod; НRGI) ND (1617-1627) front Kopeck - Michael I (Velikiy Novgorod; НRGI) ND (1617-1627) back
Kopeck - Michael I (Velikiy Novgorod; НRGI) ND (1617-1627) photo
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Kopeck - Michael I Velikiy Novgorod; НRGI ND

 
Silver (.960) 0.51 g -
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Tsar
Michael I (1613-1645)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1617-1627
Value
1 Kopeck (1 Копейка) (0.01)
Currency
Rouble (1533-1717)
Composition
Silver (.960)
Weight
0.51 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (wire)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#316300
Rarity index
94%

Reverse

Legend: "ЦАРЬ И ВЕЛИКИЙ КНЯЗЬ МИХАИЛ ФЕДОРОВИЧ ВСЕЯ РУСИ".

Script: Cyrillic

Translation: Tsar and Grand Prince Mikhail Fedorovich of All Rus'

Interesting fact

The Kopeck coin was issued during the reign of Michael I, who was the first Tsar of Russia and ruled from 1617 to 1627. During his reign, the Russian Empire was facing significant economic challenges, including inflation and a shortage of silver coins. To address these issues, Michael I introduced a new currency system that included the Kopeck coin, which was made of silver and had a standardized weight and purity. This coin was used throughout the Russian Empire and was an important step in stabilizing the economy during that time.