10 Kopecks

Đơn vị phát hành Transnistria
Năm 2000
Loại Standard circulation coin
Mệnh giá 10 Kopecks (0.10 PRB)
Tiền tệ Third rouble (2000-date)
Chất liệu Aluminium
Trọng lượng 1 g
Đường kính 20 mm
Độ dày 1.5 mm
Hình dạng Round
Kỹ thuật Milled
Hướng Medal alignment ↑↑
Nghệ nhân khắc
Lưu hành đến
Tài liệu tham khảo KM#3, Schön#3.1
Mô tả mặt trước The State Emblem of the Transnistrian Moldovan Republic. An image of PMR State Emblem with the circular inscription “Приднестровская Молдавская Республика ” (Pridnesrtrovain Moldavian Republic). An inscription “2000” indicating the mint Year is below the image.
Chữ viết mặt trước Cyrillic
Chữ khắc mặt trước ПРИДНЕСТРОВСКАЯ МОЛДАВСКАЯ РЕСПУБЛИКА ПМР РМН ПМР 2000
(Translation: Transnistrian Moldovan Republic)
Mô tả mặt sau The embossed image of the figure 10 in the frame of two wheat ears. The inscription “КОПЕЕК” (kopecks in Cyrillic) is below the denomination.
Chữ viết mặt sau Cyrillic
Chữ khắc mặt sau 10 КОПЕЕК
(Translation: 10 Kopeck)
Cạnh Smooth
Xưởng đúc
Số lượng đúc 2000 - -
ID Numisquare 4388670200
Thông tin bổ sung

Historical Context: The 2000 10 Kopecks coin from Transnistria marks a significant numismatic declaration of sovereignty by the Pridnestrovian Moldavian Republic (PMR). Formed in the aftermath of the Soviet Union's collapse, Transnistria declared independence, though it remains largely unrecognized internationally. This inaugural coinage series symbolized the PMR's assertion of statehood and economic autonomy during a complex post-Soviet transition, underscoring its commitment to establishing a distinct currency system within its claimed territory.

Artistry: The coin's design melds Soviet heritage with nascent Transnistrian nationalism. While no specific engraver is widely attributed, the stylistic school is distinctly post-Soviet utilitarian. The obverse prominently features the national emblem of Transnistria: a hammer and sickle, cogwheel, sun, Dniester River, grapevines, and wheat, encircled by a ribbon with the state's acronym. The reverse displays the denomination "10 КОПЕЕК" and the year "2000" within a wreath of wheat ears, a common motif signifying prosperity.

Technical/Grading: Struck in lightweight aluminium (20 mm, 1 gram), this coin's technical qualities are typical for its composition. High points prone to wear include the intricate hammer and sickle, grape clusters, and fine lines of the wheat ears on both sides. Due to aluminium's softness, strikes often appear less crisp, and minor bag marks are common. Preservation of original surface luster and sharp details on lettering and central devices are crucial grading considerations.

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