Rouble - Ekaterina I Plate money
1726 year| Copper | 1638 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Empress | Catherine I (1724-1727) |
| Type | Non-circulating coin |
| Year | 1726 |
| Value | 1 Rouble (1 Рубль) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 1638 g |
| Size | 188 × 188 mm |
| Shape | Square |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#102941 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Comment
Issued between 1725-1727 in various sizes containing copper equal to value of similar denominations of silver coinage. Obviously they copied the format of the Swedish plate money introduced in 1702.Interesting fact
The interesting fact about the Non-circulating coin Rouble - Ekaterina I (Plate money) 1726 from Russian Empire made of Copper weighing 1638 g is that it was used as a form of currency in the Russian Empire during the reign of Empress Catherine I in the early 18th century. Despite its large size and weight, it was not meant for circulation and was instead used as a symbol of wealth and power, often given as a gift to high-ranking officials or used for ceremonial purposes.
