Reverse The central part features a two-line inscription: КОПѢЙКИСЕРЕБРОМЪ. Above the inscription is the denomination designation—the numeral 3 flanked on both sides by floral rosettes. Below the inscription is a decorative divider consisting of two ornamental lines with a small rectangular diamond between them. Below the divider is the coin's year of mintage, 1839. Below that—the abbreviation S.M. (Suzun Mint). The border is made of dots.
Obverse The center is occupied by the monogram of Emperor Nicholas I, crowned. The border is decorated with large dots.