Russia 5-KOPEKS (Y601)
Russia 5-KOPEKS (Y601)

Russia 5-KOPEKS (Y601) Horse (and dragon)

On January 1, 1998, Russia issued reform coinage, with 1,000 old rubles equal to one new ruble. The 1-, 5-, 10-, and 50-kopek coins feature St. George slaying the dragon, which in this depiction makes you feel bad for the little dragon.

Specifications

  • Diameter: 18.4 mm
  • Composition: Copper-nickel-clad Steel
  • CAT#: Y601

Obverse Legend

БАНК РОССИИ

Reverse Legend

5 КОПЕЕК

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