RUSSIA. Bronze-Nickel-Zinc "10 Kopeks" Pattern, ND (1871). Brussels Mint. Alexander II. PCGS SPECIMEN-61.
KM-Pn139; Bit-H607 (R2). Part of a series of pattern "10 Kopeks" issues struck under Alexander II but featuring the bust and name of Alexander I, this specific example offers light amber-gray surfaces, with some charming brilliance emanating from the fields. Some light mottling is noted before the czar's bust, likely from the mixture of the alloy, and a very minor planchet flaw behind his nose, as well as a few spots of green in the central portions of the reverse. Nevertheless, an attractive and charming RARITY. Though the others that share characteristics with this example are denominated as 10 Kopeks, the present piece is merely cited as a "monetary pattern" ( essai monetaire ).
Estimate: $1500.00- $3000.00