Poltina - Ekaterina I Plate money
1726 year| Copper | 647 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Catherine I (1724-1727) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1726 |
| Value | 1 Poltina (1 Полти́на) (0.5) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 647 g |
| Size | 146 × 146 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#102938 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Comment
On the illustration shown official copy which was struck for the All Russia Industrial Fair in St. Petersburg, in 1870: Сrowned imperial eagle with monogram of Catherine I in oval shield on eagle's breast in 4 corners, value at centre.Issued between 1725-1727 in various sizes containing copper equal to value of similar denominations of silver coinage. Obviously they copied the format of the Swedish plate money introduced in 1702.
Interesting fact
The Poltina - Ekaterina I (Plate money) 1726 coin from the Russian Empire made of Copper weighing 647g is interesting because it was used as a form of currency in the 18th century, but it was not meant to be circulated among the general population. Instead, it was used as a means of exchange between wealthy merchants and the government. This highlights the unique role that coins can play in the economy and how they can be used in various ways beyond just being a medium of exchange.
