Polupoltina - Ekaterina I Plate money
1725 year| Copper | 409.5 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Catherine I (1724-1727) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1725 |
| Value | ½ Poltina (1 Полуполтинник) (0.25) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 409.5 g |
| Size | 93 × 93 mm |
| Shape | Square (irregular) |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#102935 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Comment
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.Archived sale example: Schulman Coin, 1973, p.84
Interesting fact
The Polupoltina - Ekaterina I (Plate money) 1725 coin from the Russian Empire made of Copper weighing 409.5g is an interesting piece of history. One fascinating fact about this coin is that it was used as a form of currency in the Russian Empire during the reign of Catherine I in the early 18th century. The coin was made of copper and had a unique design, featuring the image of Catherine I on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other. It was also known as "plate money" because of its large size and thickness, resembling a small plate. Despite its unusual design and size, the coin was widely accepted as a form of payment during that time and remains a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
