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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#377483 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription in 4 lines, titlo above, dots
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
.ЦРЬ
ПЕТРЪ
АЛЕѮѢЕ
.ВИЧЪ
.
Translation: Tsar Peter Alexeyevich
Comment
Rarity (KG) 9
Interesting fact
The Kopeck coin , which was minted during the reign of Peter I in 1702, was part of a series of coins that were introduced to replace the traditional Russian coinage system, which had been based on the use of silver and copper coins. The new coins, including the Kopeck, were designed to be made of a higher purity of silver, and were intended to help stabilize the Russian economy and promote trade. It's worth noting that the Kopeck coin is quite rare and valuable, and is highly sought after by collectors. It's a great example of the rich history and cultural heritage of Russia, and a testament to the country's long history of minting beautiful and valuable coins.
