WORLD COINS, Russia, Catherine II (1762-1796), Copper 2-Kopecks, 1788 TM, Tauric mint, Feodosia (formerly Kaffa, Crimea), crowned monogram within wreath dividing date, rev St George and the dragon over value, mintmark TM above dragon, edge 5 (lattice), 18.28g (Bit 858 (R2); Brekke 174 (very rare); Uzd 2800 (R), and p.607; KM C58.4). Very fine or better for issue, very rare, especially in such high grade.
This rare coin was only struck for two years and is usually seen in very poor condition. Mintage (1788) 1201.
Estimate: £2500-3000