Russia 1772-KM 10 kopeks
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This specimen was lot 122 in Sincona sale 84 (Zürich, October 2023), where it sold for 250 CHF (about US$337 including buyer's fees). The catalog description[1] noted,
"RUSSIA Russian Empire and Federation, 10 Kopecks 1772, Suzun Mint, KM. 0.5 rouble according to Petrov. Good very fine."
This type was struck 1766-81 for circulation in Siberia. Many survive today but few in choice condition.
Recorded mintage: unknown.
Specification: 65.5 g, copper, this specimen 64.59 g.
Catalog reference: KM C6, Bitkin 1027.
- Bitkin, Vladimir, Composite Catalogue of Russian Coins, Part II (1740-1917), Kiev: Moneta, 2003.
- Harris, Robert P., Guidebook of Russian Coins, 1725 to 1970, Santa Cruz, CA: Bonanza Press, 1971.
- [1]Richter, Jürg, SINCONA Auction 84, Russian Coins and Medals, Zürich: SINCONA AG, 2023.
- Michael, Thomas, Standard Catalog of World Coins, 1701-1800, 7th ed., Iola, WI: Krause Publications, 2016.
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