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Ruble - Pyotr II
1729 year| Silver (.728) | 28.44 g | 40.5 mm |
| Issuer | Russian Empire |
|---|---|
| Emperor | Peter II (1727-1730) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Year | 1729 |
| Value | 1 Rouble (1 Рубль) |
| Currency | Rouble (1700-1917) |
| Composition | Silver (.728) |
| Weight | 28.44 g |
| Diameter | 40.5 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Orientation | Medal alignment ↑↑ |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-07 |
| Numista | N#95315 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 86% |
Reverse
Cross, made of four letters П. "II" at the corners. Crowns at the sides of the cross. Denomination and date.
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering:
МОНЕТА НОВАЯ ЦЕНА РУБЛЬ
17 29
Translation: New coin price Rouble
Edge
Smooth wih lettering
Script: Cyrillic
Lettering: РОССИСКОI * РУБЛЬ ** МОСКОВСКОГО ** ДВОРА *
Translation: Russiaun Ruble by Moscow Mint
Interesting fact
The Ruble coin from the Russian Empire, minted during the reign of Pyotr II in 1729, was made of silver with a purity level of .728. This means that the coin was made of a silver alloy that contained 72.8% silver and 27.2% other metals, such as copper or nickel. This composition was commonly used in the production of coins during that time period, as it provided a good balance between durability and intrinsic value. Despite being made of a relatively low-value metal, the Ruble coin was still considered a significant denomination in the Russian Empire's monetary system, with a value equivalent to 100 kopeks.
