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Polupoltinnik - Elizabeth
| Silver (.802) | 6.46 g | 23 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Elizabeth (1741-1762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1751-1754 |
| Value | ½ Poltina (1 Полуполтинник) (0.25) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.802) |
| Weight | 6.46 g |
| Diameter | 23 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#26902 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 88% |
Reverse
Two-headed eagle with a crown above. Denomination; date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
17 52
ПОЛУПОЛТИННИКЪ∙
Е
Translation: Polupoltinnik
Edge
Threadlike
Comment
Initials:Е - Yegor Ivanov
ЕI - Yegor Ivanov
IШ - Ilia Shagin
IП - Ivan Plavilshchikov
МБ - Mikhail Bobrovshikov
Interesting fact
The Polupoltinnik coin was used as a means of payment for the Russian Empire's military forces during the reign of Elizabeth (1751-1754). It was a silver coin that was valued at half a poltina, which was the standard unit of currency at the time. The coin was designed with an image of Elizabeth on one side and the Russian coat of arms on the other. Despite its relatively low value, the Polupoltinnik coin was an important part of the Russian economy during this time period.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1752 ММД Е | 248400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1753 ММД IП | 426324 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1754 ММД IП | 689400 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Polupoltinnik - Elizabeth 1751-1754 coin.
