Russia, Empire. Alexander II CU Kopeck. Ekaterinburg mint, 1868. Crowned double-headed eagle facing with wings spread, wearing shield on breast depicting St. George slaying the dragon, with shields arranged across wings, and holding sceptre and orb; crown with ribbons above, МѢДНАЯ РОССІИСКАЯ МОНЕТА and denomination in ornamented banner around / Denomination above E.M., surrounded by inner circle of pellets; date above and wreath around. Bitkin 423.
NGC graded MS 64 BN (#4175327-005). Very Rare; only 1 graded higher by NGC.
From the GK Collection (France) of Russian Coins.
Price realized | 460 GBP |
Starting price | 60 GBP |
Estimate | 100 GBP |