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Polushka - Alexander II Warsaw Mint; large crown
| Copper | 1.28 g | 14.25 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Alexander II the Liberator (1855-1881) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1855-1860 |
| Value | 1 Polushka (1 Полушка) (0.0025) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1.28 g |
| Diameter | 14.25 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Technique | Milled |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#63931 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Crown above value and date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
ПОЛУШКА
1860
В.М.
Translation:
Polushka
W.M.
Edge
Plain
Comment
Mintmarks:Е.М. - Yekaterinburg Mint
В.М. - Warsaw Mint
Interesting fact
The Polushka coin was a division of the ruble, and its value was equal to 1/100th of a ruble. During the reign of Alexander II, the Polushka coin was minted with a large crown on the obverse side, which made it easily distinguishable from other coins of similar value. This design feature was unique to the Warsaw Mint, and it's a notable aspect of the coin's history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1855 В.М. | 400000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Polushka - Alexander II (Warsaw Mint; large crown) 1855-1860 coin.
