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Kopeck - Vasiliy IV ND
| Silver (.960) | 0.61 g | 16 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Vasilii IV Shuisky (1606-1610) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1606-1610 |
| Value | 1 Kopeck (1 Копейка) (0.01) |
| Currency | Rouble (1533-1717) |
| Composition | Silver (.960) |
| Weight | 0.61 g |
| Diameter | 16 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered (wire) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#111713 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Cyrillic inscription.
Legend: "ЦАРЬ И ВЕЛИКИЙ КНЯЗЬ ВАСИЛИЙ ИВАНОВИЧ ВСЕЯ РУСИ".
Script: Cyrillic
Translation: The Tsar and great Prince Vasiliy Ivanovich of the whole Russia
Comment
Obverse stamp № 1; rebverse stamp № 4.http://silver-copeck.ru/8005/1.html
Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Vasiliy IV Kopeck coin is that it was minted during a time of great change and turmoil in Russia. Vasiliy IV was the last of the Rurik dynasty, and his reign was marked by political instability, military conflicts, and economic struggles. Despite these challenges, the coinage of this period remained consistent in its design and quality, with the Kopeck being a popular denomination for everyday transactions. The use of silver in the coin's minting also speaks to the value placed on this precious metal during that time.
