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Auction 162 17 Sep 2019
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Russian Coins from Various Properties
Russia, Alexei Mikhailovich (1645-76), Copper Kopecks (9), all Moscow Old Mint, horseman with spear and о/м below, revs. legend in six lines (K 1112-1139) [9]. Varied state, one very rare; all from different die combinations £60-£80
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The minting of copper kopecks was authorised in 1655. Initially they were given the same value as silver kopecks, but excessive production caused their devaluation and ultimate withdrawal in 1663
Russia, Alexei Mikhailovich (1645-76), Copper Kopecks (9), all Moscow Old Mint, horseman with spear and о/м below, revs. legend in six lines (K 1112-1139) [9]. Varied state, one very rare; all from different die combinations £60-£80
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The minting of copper kopecks was authorised in 1655. Initially they were given the same value as silver kopecks, but excessive production caused their devaluation and ultimate withdrawal in 1663