1 Kopek 1916 — Russia ( Pick: 17 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

Series: Stamp Money (1915–1917) (1915–1917)

Front side

Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 1 Kopek issued in Russia in 1916. It is part of the Stamp Money series and belongs to the period of the Russian Empire. The note features a front design with a brown-orange portrait of Alexander II, cataloged as #16 without the 1 overprint. The back design includes a legend and an eagle, with dimensions of 24x29mm.

This note is identified under Pick number 17. The combination of its denomination, year, and series defines this banknote's characteristics. The color scheme of this banknote is red and cream, which forms its distinctive appearance.

Specifications

Colour: Red and cream
Pick catalog: 17

About this banknote

The issuing authority for this banknote was the State Treasury of the Russian Empire. The "Stamp Money" series was issued between 1915 and 1917. This series was introduced due to metal shortages during World War I, leading to the use of postal stamp-like notes as currency beginning in 1915.

This 1 Kopek note from 1916 features a front side design with a portrait of Alexander II in brown-orange. It is similar to design #16 but without the "1" overprint. The back side displays a legend and the imperial eagle, measuring 24x29mm. The note is cataloged as Pick number 17.