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Polushka - Peter I
| Copper | 2.13 g | 17 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Peter I the Great (1682-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1704-1718 |
| Value | 1 Polushka (1 Полушка) (0.0025) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 2.13 g |
| Diameter | 17 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#89842 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 89% |
Reverse
Value, date, legend around.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
ВСЕѦ РОСIИ ПОВЕЛIТЕЛЬ
ПО
ЛƔШКА
҂АΨЗ
Translation:
Ruler of all Russia
Polushka
1707
Edge
Plain
Interesting fact
The Polushka coin was the first coin to feature the image of a Russian monarch, Peter I, also known as Peter the Great. This was a significant departure from previous Russian coins, which had traditionally featured the image of the Russian coat of arms. The inclusion of Peter I's image on the coin was a nod to his leadership and the reforms he implemented during his reign, which helped to modernize and strengthen the Russian Empire.
