1 rubles 1872 — Russia ( Pick: A41 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

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

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Banknote description

This banknote is a 1 ruble issued in Russia in 1872. It belongs to the State Credit Notes series, which was in circulation from 1866 to 1886, and falls within the period of the Russian Empire.

The note is cataloged under Pick number A41. Its design features black elements on a light brown underprint, showcasing a crowned double-headed eagle above the monogram of Czar Alexander II on the left side. This classification situates it within the documented group of banknotes from this timeframe.

Specifications

Colour: Black
Pick catalog: A41

About this banknote

The Ministry of Finance of the Russian Empire issued the 1 ruble State Credit Note in 1872 as part of the 1866–1886 series. This series was introduced to standardize the currency system under Emperor Alexander II, facilitating economic reforms during his reign.

The front of the 1872 1 ruble note features a crowned double-headed eagle above the monogram of Czar Alexander II on a light brown underprint. The note is cataloged as Pick A41 and bears the signature of Lamansky, the Minister of Finance at the time.