1 ruble 1886 — Russia ( Pick: A48 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

Series: State Credit Notes (1866-1886) (1866–1886)

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Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 1 ruble issued in Russia in 1886. It forms part of the State Credit Notes series associated with the Russian Empire period. This note is cataloged under Pick number A48, identifying it within this issue.

The front side design features a crowned double-headed eagle above the monogram of Czar Alexander III, printed in black on a light brown underprint, and includes the years 1884 and 1886.

This banknote is characterized by its brown and blue color scheme and is printed on paper. The dimensions are not specified. The State Credit Notes series was in circulation during a time marked by significant territorial expansion for the Russian Empire.

Specifications

Date of issue: 1886
Paper: Paper
Colour: brown and blue
Dimensions: 000 x 000 mm
Pick catalog: A48

About this banknote

The Russian State Bank issued the 1 ruble State Credit Note (Pick A48) in 1886, during the reign of Emperor Alexander III (1881–1894). This note was part of the State Credit Notes series introduced between 1866 and 1886 to standardize the currency system and facilitate economic transactions within the Russian Empire.

The obverse features the crowned double-headed eagle above the monogram of Emperor Alexander III on the left side. The reverse displays the denomination at both the left and right sides, with the date centered. This banknote was demonetized following the monetary reforms that transitioned Russia from the silver standard to the gold standard in 1897.