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Kopeck - Peter I
1709 year| Silver | 0.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Peter I the Great (1682-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1709 |
| 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#336943 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription in 6 lines.
Legend «ЦАРЬ ПЕТР АЛЕКСЕЕВИЧЬ ВСЕЯ РОССIИ САМОДЕРЖЕЦ»
Script: Cyrillic
Translation: Tsar Peter Alexeyevich autocrat of all Russia
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 has become a sought-after collector's item due to its historical significance and rarity.
