Russian silver Kopek coin, Ivan IV, "The Terrible." 1540's "Wire money", 0.42 g This coin is a genuine silver Kopek coin issued during the reign of Ivan IV, "The Terrible." often referred to as "wire money" because of the method of manufacture. Weight: 0.42 g; Size: 13 mm x 10.5 mm; Obverse: The Tsar as St. George on horse, killing
