© Staraya moneta
© Staraya moneta
Token - Catherine II Court carousel
1766 year| Copper | 4.98 g | 22 mm |
| Location | Russia |
|---|---|
| Type | › Tokens |
| Year | 1766 |
| Composition | Copper |
| Weight | 4.98 g |
| Diameter | 22 mm |
| Shape | Round |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-11-14 |
| Numista | N#149386 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 100% |
Reverse
Eagle.
Lettering:
СЪ АЛФЕЕВЫХЪ НА НЕВСКIЕ БРЕГА
IЮЛЯ • 11 • ДНЯ
1766 • ГОДУ
Translation:
From Alpheus on Neva coast
July 11
1766 year
Engraver: Timofey Ivanovich Ivanov
Comment
R2Minted in memory of the "court carousel" -equestrian competitions, conceived by Catherine II in the image and likeness of medieval jousting tournaments. The competitive part alternated with solemn costumed trips, balls, distribution of prizes, etc.
