15 rubles 1919 — USSR ( Pick: 98 )
Banknote description
This note is cataloged under Pick number 98, which identifies it within the issue. It is printed on white paper with a watermark of large six-pointed stars. The banknote bears the signatures of G.L. Piatakov, Chief Commissioner of the People's Bank, and the cashier. The production of the note was at the 1st Moscow State Mint.
Within the Settlement Notes 1919 issue, this banknote is classified within a structured catalog entry. Its catalog reference, year, and documented characteristics establish its position within this series. The details regarding its dimensions, color scheme, and printing attributes contribute to its classification within the catalog.
Specifications
- Signed by
- G.L. Piatakov (Chief Commissioner of the People's Bank), Cashier
- Date of issue
- 1919
- Printing office
- 1st Moscow State Mint (1яМФГ)
- Paper
- white with watermark of large six-pointed stars
- Colour
- brown on light brown underprint; multicolor reverse
- Dimensions
- 70 x 44 mm
- Pick catalog
- 98
About this banknote
The 15 ruble banknote from 1919 was issued by the People's Bank of the Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic (RSFSR) as part of the Settlement Notes series. This series was introduced in 1919 to address the need for medium-denomination currency during a period of hyperinflation.
A notable feature of this series is the watermark of large six-pointed stars across the note, enhancing its security. The banknotes were printed at the 1st Moscow State Mint (1яМФГ) and were issued in uncut sheets of two notes wide and five notes long.
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