N° 451 | Russia Polupoltinnik 1801 СМ АИ R

451 - Russia Polupoltinnik 1801 СМ АИ R
451 - Russia Polupoltinnik 1801 СМ АИ R

Description

Bit# 77 (R); Silver 5.13 g.; XF+

GPT Description

The Russia Polupoltinnik coin from 1801 is a fascinating piece of numismatic history. This silver coin weighs 5.13 grams and is in Extra Fine Plus (XF+) condition. The coin features the Cyrillic letters "СМ АИ R" on one side, and the denomination "Polupoltinnik" on the other side. In 1801, Russia was under the rule of Tsar Paul I, who came to power after the assassination of his mother, Catherine the Great, in 1796. Paul I was known for his eccentric and autocratic rule, which led to discontent among the nobility and military. During his reign, Paul I introduced several reforms, including the establishment of the Russian Imperial Order of Saint George and the creation of the Ministry of Public Education. The Polupoltinnik coin was a common denomination in Russia during the 18th and 19th centuries, representing half of a Poltina or 50 Kopecks. These coins were used in everyday transactions and were an essential part of the Russian monetary system at the time. Overall, the Russia Polupoltinnik coin from 1801 is a historical artifact that provides a glimpse into the political and economic landscape of Russia during the early 19th century. Its silver composition and XF+ condition make it a valuable and collectible piece for numismatists and history enthusiasts alike.
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