{"product_id":"russia-1811em-alexander-i-copper-2-kopeks-ms63bn","title":"Russia 1811EM Alexander I Copper 2 Kopeks MS63BN","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRussia\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1812 EM HM\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlexander I\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCopper 2 Kopeks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEkaterinburg Mint\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReeded edge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKM#C118.3\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNGC MS63 BN \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis historical copper coin was minted during a significant period in Russian history and has been certified and graded by NGC (Numismatic Guaranty Corporation) as MS63 BN, which stands for Mint State 63 Brown. In 1812, Russia was under the leadership of Tsar Alexander I and was engaged in the Napoleonic Wars. This coin was produced during a time of great conflict and political unrest. The obverse side of the coin features the portrait of Tsar Alexander I, while the reverse side displays the denomination of 2 Kopeks and the year of minting 1812. The 'EM' and 'HM' markings on the coin refer to the mint marks. EM stands for Ekaterinburg Mint, which was one of the major mints in Russia during that time. 'HM' represents the initials of the mintmaster, who oversaw the production of this coin. The NGC grading of MS63BN indicates that the coin is in Mint State condition with a brown patina. This grade suggests that the coin has minimal wear and retains much of its original lustre. It also signifies the high quality and preservation of this historical piece. Overall, the Russia 2 Kopeks 1812 EM HM NGC MS63 BN is a significant coin that represents a pivotal moment in Russian history. It is a testament to the country's resilience and the tumultuous times it faced during the early 19th century.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProvenance: Heritage Auctions USA Jan.2012 Sale#3017, Lot#29597 @$US322.00 = $A460.00\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"M.R.Roberts – Wynyard Coin Centre","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49026664726745,"sku":null,"price":350.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0459\/3218\/3720\/files\/1811russia_56380c51-1e20-455b-92a2-5f0d8592a306.jpg?v=1785469192","url":"https:\/\/wynyardcoins.com.au\/products\/russia-1811em-alexander-i-copper-2-kopeks-ms63bn","provider":"M.R.Roberts - Wynyard Coin Centre","version":"1.0","type":"link"}