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Rouble - Peter I
1710 year| Silver (.833) | 28 g | 42.5 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Tsar | Peter I the Great (1682-1721) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1710 |
| Value | 1 Rouble (1 Рубль) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.833) |
| Weight | 28 g |
| Diameter | 42.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#95212 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed eagle. Value, date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: МАНЕТА ДОБРАѦ ЦЕНА РƔБЛЬ 1710
Translation: Good coin, worth a rouble
Edge
Plain
Comment
Initials:H - Gottfried Haupt
G - Solomon Gouin
Interesting fact
The Rouble coin from the Russian Empire, minted in 1710 during the reign of Peter I, was made of silver with a purity level of .833, which is quite high compared to other coins of its time. This means that the coin contains 83.3% silver and 16.7% other metals, such as copper or nickel. The high silver content gives the coin a distinctive shine and durability, making it a valuable collector's item for numismatists today.
