Kopeck - Peter I 1708 front Kopeck - Peter I 1708 back
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Kopeck - Peter I

1708 year
Silver 0.28 g -
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Tsar
Peter I the Great (1682-1721)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Year
1708
Value
1 Kopeck (1 Копейка) (0.01)
Currency
Rouble (1533-1717)
Composition
Silver
Weight
0.28 g
Shape
Round (irregular)
Technique
Hammered (wire)
Orientation
Variable alignment ↺
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#113703
Rarity index
90%

Reverse

Cyrillic inscription.
Legend "Царь Петр Алексеевич".

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
•црь•
•пеmpЪ
алезие•
•вичъ•

Translation: Tsar Pyotr Alekseevich

Comment


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Interesting fact

The Kopeck coin from the Russian Empire, made of silver and weighing 0.28g, is interesting because it was issued during the reign of Peter the Great, who was instrumental in modernizing Russia and transforming its economy. The coin's design features an image of Peter I on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other, symbolizing the country's newfound power and influence under his leadership. Despite being a small denomination coin, it holds significant historical value and is sought after by collectors today.