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Kopeck - Peter I
1708 year| Silver | 0.28 g | - |
| 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 |
| Numista | N#357730 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription.
Legend "Царь Петр Алексеевич".
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
•црь•
•пеmpЪ
алезие•
•вичъ•
Translation: Tsar Pyotr Alekseevich
Comment
Rarity (KG) 9
Interesting fact
The Kopeck coin from the Russian Empire, minted in 1708 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 trade, as well as the desire to create a more valuable and prestigious currency. The use of silver in the Kopeck coinage also reflects the increasing importance of Russia's economy and its desire to compete with other European powers.
