Russia, Empire. Paul I CU 5 Kopeck. Uncertain mint, 1797. Crowned double-headed eagle facing with wings spread, wearing shield on breast depicting St. George slaying the dragon, and holding sceptre and orb; crown above, E-M across fields, denomination on scroll below / Crowned monogram within wreath; original strike's date across fields. Bitkin 100. 55.85g, 46mm, 12h.
Very Fine; overstruck as part of Paul I's recoining of old issues in 1797. Rare.
From the GK Collection (France) of Russian Coins.