Kopeck - Mikhail I (о М) ND (1636-1645) front Kopeck - Mikhail I (о М) ND (1636-1645) back
Kopeck - Mikhail I (о М) ND (1636-1645) photo

Kopeck - Mikhail I о М ND

 
Silver 0.45 g -
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Tsar
Michael I (1613-1645)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1636-1645
Value
1 Kopeck (1 Копейка) (0.01)
Currency
Rouble (1533-1717)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.45 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (wire)
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#300326
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Cyrillic inscription.
Legend «ЦАРЬ И ВЕЛИКИЙ КНЯЗЬ МИХАИЛ ФЕДОРОВИЧ ВСЕЯ РУСИ».

Script: Cyrillic

Translation: Tsar and Grand Prince Mikhail Fedorovich of All Rus

Comment

Obverse stamp № 31, reverse stamp № 49.

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Interesting fact

The Kopeck coin , which features Mikhail I (о М) and was minted between 1636-1645, is considered a rare and valuable coin among collectors. It's made of silver and weighs 0.45 grams, which was a significant amount of silver at the time. In fact, the coin was so valuable that it was often used as a form of currency in international trade, particularly in the Baltic region. Its rarity and historical significance make it a highly sought-after collector's item, and it's considered a prized addition to any coin collection.