2 Kopecks 1817, KM-AM, Novodel

Coins-Tsarist Coins

Reverse
The upper part of the coin features the imperial crown. Below it, in the center, the denomination numeral 2 is indicated. Below that is the name of the monetary unit, split into two lines: KOPѢЙ KI. Below the name is a straight line and the abbreviation "K.M." (Kolpinsky Mint). In the left part near the coin's edge is depicted a laurel branch, and in the right part, an oak branch. At the base, the branches are intertwined with a ribbon. Relief dots are stamped along the coin's edge.
Obverse
The center of the obverse is occupied by the small coat of arms of the Russian Empire - a double-headed eagle with wings spread. The eagle's heads bear crowns, and a third, larger crown is above and between the heads. On the eagle's breast is the coat of arms of Moscow - a shield depicting St. George the Victorious on horseback, slaying a serpent with a long spear (the serpent's head is to the right). Around the shield is the chain of the Order of St. Andrew the First-Called. In its right talon, the eagle holds a scepter, and in its left, an orb. Under the right talon is the letter "A", under the left - the letter "M". The initials of mintmaster Alexey Maleev. Below the initials is the year of minting "1817.". The rim is decorated with dots.