Polushka - Ekaterina II (КМ; Novodel) 1785 front Polushka - Ekaterina II (КМ; Novodel) 1785 back
Polushka - Ekaterina II (КМ; Novodel) 1785 photo
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Polushka - Ekaterina II КМ; Novodel

1785 year
Copper 2.47 g -
Description
Issuer
Russian Empire
Empress
Catherine II the Great (1762-1796)
Type
Non-circulating coin
Year
1785
Value
1 Polushka (1 Полушка) (0.0025)
Currency
Rouble (1700-1917)
Composition
Copper
Weight
2.47 g
Shape
Round
Orientation
Medal alignment ↑↑
Demonetized
Yes
Updated
2024-10-07
References
Numista
N#101905
Rarity index
97%

Reverse

Horseman with spear (St. George) slaying dragon. Legend under the horseman.

Script: Cyrillic

Lettering:
К М
ПОЛƔШКА

Translation: Polushka

Interesting fact

The Polushka - Ekaterina II (КМ; Novodel) 1785 coin from the Russian Empire is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Catherine the Great, who was known for her extensive collection of coins and medals. This coin, made of copper and weighing 2.47 grams, is a rare example of a non-circulating coin from that time period and is highly sought after by collectors.