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© Sincona AG
Rouble - Peter I Pattern
1723 year| Copper | 23.12 g | - |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Peter I the Great (1721-1725) |
| Type | Pattern |
| Year | 1723 |
| Value | 1 Rouble (1 Рубль) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 23.12 g |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#316802 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 97% |
Reverse
Crowned double-headed eagle encircled by the legend.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: МОНЕТА НОВАѦ ЦЕНА РƔБЛЬ ҂А Ψ КА 1723
Translation: New coin, worth a rouble
Interesting fact
The Pattern Rouble - Peter I (Pattern) 1723 from the Russian Empire is interesting because it was minted during the reign of Peter the Great, who was known for his efforts to modernize and westernize Russia. This coin reflects that effort, as it features a modern, Western-style design and was made of copper, a metal that was widely used in European coinage at the time. Additionally, the coin's weight of 23.12 grams is notable, as it was a significant departure from the traditional weights used in Russian coinage, which were often based on the ancient Russian system of weights and measures. Overall, the Pattern Rouble - Peter I (Pattern) 1723 is a unique and interesting example of the efforts to modernize Russian currency during the early 18th century.
