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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#357632 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription.
Legend "Царь Петр Алексеевич".
Script: Cyrillic
Translation: Tsar Peter Alexeyevich
Comment
Rarity (KG) 5
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 change from the previous copper coins. This change in material was done to combat inflation and to increase the value of the currency. Additionally, the coin's design featured a unique image of Peter I on horseback, which was a departure from the traditional imagery of the Russian coat of arms. This design change was a way to promote the image of the Russian tsar as a powerful and strong leader.
