Polushka - Alexander II (Plain border) 1855-1859 front Polushka - Alexander II (Plain border) 1855-1859 back
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Polushka - Alexander II Plain border

 
Copper 1.28 g 14.2 mm
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Emperor
Alexander II the Liberator (1855-1881)
Type
Standard circulation coin
Years
1855-1859
Value
1 Polushka (1 Полушка) (0.0025)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Copper
Weight
1.28 g
Diameter
14.2 mm
Shape
Round
Technique
Milled
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#90956
Rarity index
43%

Reverse

Crown above value and date.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
ПОЛУШКА
1857.
Е.М.

Translation: Polushka

Edge

Plain

Comment

Mintmarks:
Е.М. - Yekaterinburg Mint
В.М. - Warsaw Mint
NOTE: В.М. mintmark (Y#1.2/4) is listed as Poland G#2556

Y#1.1 - Plain border
Y#1.3 - Toothed border

Interesting fact

The interesting fact about the Polushka - Alexander II (Plain border) coin is that it was minted during a time of significant change in Russia. The coin was minted from 1855-1859, which was during the reign of Alexander II, who was known for his efforts to modernize and liberalize Russia. This period saw significant reforms, including the emancipation of serfs, the expansion of education and healthcare, and the development of infrastructure. The coin's design, featuring a plain border and the image of Alexander II, reflects the simplicity and utilitarianism of the time period.

Price

Date Mintage VG F VF XF AU UNC
1855 Е.М. 6442400 - - - - - -
1856 Е.М. 6000000 - - - - - -
1857 Е.М. 6000000 - - - - - -
1858 Е.М. 6969600 - - - - - -
1859 Е.М. 3833600 - - - - - -

Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Polushka - Alexander II (Plain border) 1855-1859 coin.