© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
© Fritz Rudolf Künker GmbH & Co. KG, Osnabrück and Lübke & Wiedemann KG, Leonberg
Puli ¼ Bisti
| Copper | 3.89 g | 20 mm |
| Issuer | Georgia › Georgia within the Russian Empire (1801-1918) |
|---|---|
| Period | Russian Empire (1801-1918) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1804-1806 |
| Value | 1 Puli = ½ Kopek (0.005) |
| Currency | Abazi (1804-1833) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 3.89 g |
| Diameter | 20 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | 1806 |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#76432 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 94% |
Reverse
Denomination in Persian Dinars, but by Georgian lettering. " ე " = 5 Dinars
Lettering:
ე
ქართული
თეთრი
Translation:
ე = 5
Georgian
Coin
Engraver: Peter Zaitsev
Comment
For easy counting of years, here are most useful letters:
Monetary system in Georgia during Russian coinage for Georgia (1804 - 1835)
1 Abaz = 10 Bisti.
1 Bisti = 2 Russian Kopeks
1/4 Bisti (Puli) = Russian Denga (half Kopek).
1 Russian Rouble = 5 Abaz
Interesting fact
The Puli (¼ Bisti) coin from Georgia, minted between 1804 and 1806, is interesting because it was issued during a brief period of time when Georgia was part of the Russian Empire. This coin was made of copper and weighed 3.89 grams, which was a relatively small weight for a coin at that time. Despite its small size, the Puli was an important denomination in the Georgian currency system and was widely used in everyday transactions. Today, this coin is a rare and valuable collector's item, providing a glimpse into Georgia's rich numismatic history.
Price
| Date | Mintage | VG | F | VF | XF | AU | UNC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1804 | 381 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1805 | 3690 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
| 1806 | 12500 | - | - | - | - | - | - |
Values in the table are based on evaluations by sales realized on Internet platforms. They serve as an indication only for Puli (¼ Bisti) 1804-1806 coin.