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Kopeck - Peter I
1702 year| Silver | 0.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Peter I the Great (1682-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1702 |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#183180 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription in 4 lines, titlo above
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
• ЦРЬ •
ПЕТРЪ
АЛЕѮѢЕ
ВИЧЪ
• •
Translation: Tsar Peter Alexeyevich
Comment
http://silver-copeck.ru/8013/1702.html
Rarity (KG) 9
Interesting fact
The Kopeck coin from the Russian Empire, minted in 1702 during the reign of Peter I, is interesting because it was made of silver, which was a significant departure from the traditional copper or bronze used for circulating coins at the time. This decision to use silver was likely influenced by the country's growing wealth and the desire to showcase the empire's prosperity through its currency. The use of silver also added durability to the coin, making it more resistant to wear and tear compared to copper or bronze coins. This fact highlights the attention to detail and the emphasis on quality that went into the production of this coin, which was a hallmark of Peter I's reign.
