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Kopeck - Peter I
1716 year| Silver | 0.28 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Peter I the Great (1682-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1716 |
| 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#377516 |
|---|---|
| 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
Rarity (KG) 6
Interesting fact
The Kopeck coin , which was minted during the reign of Peter I in 1716, was part of a series of coins that were minted to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty. The coin features an image of Peter I on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other. It's interesting to note that the coin was made of silver, which was a valuable and sought-after metal at the time. Additionally, the coin's weight of 0.28 grams makes it a relatively small coin, which was likely easy to handle and transport. Overall, this coin is a unique piece of history that provides a glimpse into the economic and cultural practices of the Russian Empire during the early 18th century.
