1 рубль 1961 — USSR ( Pick: 222 )

Region: Russia

Period: USSR

Series: USSR State Bank Notes (1961 Issue) (1961–1991)

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 1 рубль issued in the USSR in 1961. It belongs to the USSR State Bank Notes series and falls within the USSR period. This note is cataloged under Pick number 222, which identifies it within the issue.

On the front, the design features the inscription "USSR State Treasury Note" in brown on a pale green underprint, with arms positioned at the upper left. The reverse displays a red design on a multicolor underprint, alongside a watermark of stars. The dimensions of the note are 105 x 53 mm.

The banknote is characterized by shades of brown, green, red, yellow, and white. It is printed on paper that can be either glossy white or stiffer, yellow-gray paper without gloss. The USSR State Bank issued notes in various denominations throughout its operational period, with this issue specifically representing the 1961 series classification.

Specifications

Date of issue: 1 January 1961
Paper: Paper (without gloss, yellow-gray, stiffer; or with gloss, white)
Colour: shades of brown, green, red, yellow, and white
Dimensions: 105 x 53 mm
Pick catalog: 222

About this banknote

The State Treasury of the USSR issued the 1 ruble banknote in 1961 as part of a currency reform that revalued the ruble at a rate of 10:1, replacing previous banknotes and coins. This reform aimed to stabilize the Soviet economy and simplify financial transactions.

The obverse of the banknote features the USSR coat of arms in the upper left corner, with the denomination prominently displayed in the center. The reverse showcases the denomination in 15 languages, reflecting the multilingual nature of the Soviet Union. The banknote measures 105 x 53 mm and has a watermark of five-pointed stars.