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Poltina - Elizabeth
| Silver (.802) | 12.93 g | 34 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Elizabeth (1741-1762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1751-1761 |
| Value | 1 Poltina (1 Полти́на) (0.5) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.802) |
| Weight | 12.93 g |
| Diameter | 34 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26914 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 91% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed eagle. Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
1756
МОНЕТА · ПОЛТИНА ·
I М
Translation: Coin Poltina
Edge
Smooth with inscription
Lettering: С.ПЕТЕРБƔРХСКАГО ** МАНЕТНОГО * ДВОРА **
Translation: Saint Petersburg Mint
Comment
Initials:ЯI - Yakov Ivanov
IM - Ivan Markov
НК - Nazar Kutuzov
Interesting fact
The Poltina coin was used as a means of payment for the Russian Empire's military forces during the reign of Elizabeth (1751-1761). It was made of silver and had a standardized weight and purity, which made it a reliable and trustworthy form of currency for the soldiers. This coin played an important role in supporting the military's operations and logistics during that time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1752 СПБ IМ | 106062 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1753 СПБ IМ | 41290 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1754 СПБ ЯI | 154280 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1755 СПБ ЯI | 150000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1756 СПБ ЯI | 176000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1758 СПБ ЯI | 61200 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1759 СПБ ЯI | 88700 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1760 СПБ ЯI | 46000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1761 СПБ ЯI | 45000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Poltina - Elizabeth 1751-1761 coin.
