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Polushka - Elizabeth
| Copper | 2.56 g | 18 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Elizabeth (1741-1762) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1757-1759 |
| Value | 1 Polushka (1 Полушка) (0.0025) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.56 g |
| Diameter | 18 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#52540 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 71% |
Reverse
Horseman with spear (St. George) slaying dragon. Legend under the horseman.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: ПОЛƔШКА
Translation: Polushka
Edge
Reeded
Interesting fact
The Polushka coin was used as a means of payment for the Russian Empire's military forces during the Seven Years' War, which lasted from 1756 to 1763. The coin was named after the Russian word "polushka," which means "half," as it was equal to half the value of a ruble, the standard unit of currency at the time.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1757 | 1830000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1758 | 536000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1759 | 1178000 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Polushka - Elizabeth 1757-1759 coin.
