1 Kopek 1856 ЕМ "Yekaterinburg Mint" (Russia, Alexander II)
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Specification
- MetalCopper
- Weight5,12 g
- Diameter23 mm
- EdgePlain
- Aspect ratioMedallic (↑↑)
- Mintage UNC10,641,600
Description
- CountryRussia
- PeriodAlexander II
- Denomination1 Kopek
- Year1856
- RulerAlexander II (Emperor of Russia)
- MintYekaterinburg
- PurposeCirculation
Auction prices
Find out the current coin value of the Russian 1 Kopek 1856 "Yekaterinburg Mint" with mark ЕМ. This copper coin from the times of Alexander II struck at the Yekaterinburg Mint. Wondering how much a coin like this is worth? The record price belongs to the lot 249 sold at the Hermes Auctions auction for RUB 260,000. Bidding took place December 13, 2025.
How much is the copper coin of Alexander II 1 Kopek 1856 ЕМ "Yekaterinburg Mint"?
According to the latest data as of January 20, 2026 the average price of a coin 1 Kopek 1856 "Yekaterinburg Mint" with mark ЕМ is 550 USD for regular strike and 1500 USD for coins minted using the PROOF technology. The coin is made of non-precious metal, so in poor condition it may have extremely low value and liquidity.
Where does our service get data on the current price of the 1 Kopek 1856 "Yekaterinburg Mint" with mark ЕМ?
The information on the current value of the Russian coin 1 Kopek 1856 "Yekaterinburg Mint" with the letters ЕМ is based on actual auction sales of similar specimens. To reflect the current price level, our service monitors over 600 numismatic companies and records auction results in the coin catalog and auction archive. Please note that the exact value depends directly on the coin's condition, so the average price serves only as an approximate estimate.
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