RSFSR silver coin 20 kopecks 1923

Obverse: The RSFSR arms occupy the centre. A workers’ slogan runs around them, with the republic’s abbreviation below.

Reverse: The numeral and denomination appear above the date inside a wreath, topped by a five-pointed star.

Edge: Reeded edge.

This 20 kopecks silver coin dated 1923 was struck in the name of the RSFSR during preparations for monetary reform. The series entered circulation in 1924 alongside new Soviet Union issues. Its RSFSR arms distinguish this early coinage from coins bearing Union symbols. The coin is .500 silver; denomination, date and edge identify the basic issue, while die varieties need separate examination.

Year

1923

Denomination

20 kopecks

Metal

silver

Fineness

500‰

Weight

3.6 g

Diameter

21.8 mm

Mintage

no data