Description
• Denomination: 3 Kopeks
• Year: 1913
• Ruler: Nicholas II
• Metal: Copper
• Diameter: ~27 mm
• Weight: ~8.2 grams
• Edge: Plain
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🔎 Design Details
Obverse (Front):
• Imperial double-headed eagle (Russian coat of arms)
• Crowned eagle holding orb and scepter
Reverse (Back):
• Large numeral 3
• Word “КОПѢЙКИ” (Kopeks in old Russian spelling)
• Wreath design surrounding the denomination
• Date 1913 at bottom
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🏛 Historical Context
1913 marked the 300th anniversary of the Romanov dynasty.
Just one year later, World War I began, and by 1917 the Russian Empire collapsed during the revolution.
This makes 1913 coins historically interesting as they were among the last Imperial issues before the fall of the monarchy.
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📊 Grade (From Slab)
• XF 45 BN (Extremely Fine, Brown)
• Light wear on high points
• Strong details remaining
• Natural brown copper color
• Attractive circulated example
XF45 is a solid collector grade for this coin.
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💰 Approximate Market Value
For 1913 3 Kopeks in XF condition:
• $25 – $60 USD
• Higher if very sharp strike or attractive surfaces
• Lower if dark or spotted
This date is fairly common, but nice XF examples remain collectible.
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📚 Collectibility
Popular among:
• Russian Imperial collectors
• Romanov dynasty enthusiasts
• Pre-Revolution coin collectors