Polushka 1796 (monogram)

The obverse depicts a simplified monogram of Catherine II, made up of letters "Е"(Catherine) and Roman numerals "II" Upstairs the Imperial crown.

On the reverse in the middle of the specified par - "ДЕНЬГА" Downstairs there is a triple horizontal line, under which is listed the year "1796".


Photo from the site: moneta-russia.ru


In 1796, by decree of P. Zubov was conducted lowering the copper coin of the foot 2 times, therefore a new design of coins from the penny to 10 cents. As preset used the old coins of smaller denomination (a penny and 5 cents were minted on a new blank). Came to power, the new Emperor Paul I abolished the chasing, then a significant portion of the coins was pricecanada back.

Later for collectors at different times produced the replica a genuine stamp, or manufactured specifically by analogy with the original. Remakes have a more clear relief. Unlike numerous of the numerous copies and fakes, they are exact copies of the original picture.