2 chervontsa 1928 — USSR ( Pick: 199 )

Region: Russia

Period: USSR

Series: Chervonets Banknotes (1922–1937)

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Banknote description

This banknote is a 2 chervontsa issued in the USSR in 1928. It belongs to the Chervonets Banknotes series and falls within the period of the USSR.

The note is cataloged under Pick number 199. Its denomination, year, and catalog reference place it among documented banknotes from this timeframe. This banknote is classified within a defined group of banknotes, with its documented facts determining its placement in the catalog.

Specifications

Date of issue: 1928
Dimensions: 158 x 88 mm
Pick catalog: 199

About this banknote

The 2 chervontsa banknote, part of the Chervonets Banknotes series, was issued by the State Bank of the USSR in 1928. This series was introduced to stabilize the currency following the chaos of the Russian Civil War and hyperinflation, promoting the new gold-backed currency as a symbol of economic recovery.

Notable features of this banknote include its larger dimensions of 158 x 88 mm and intricate designs that feature Soviet iconography, such as the hammer and sickle. The use of both Russian and Ukrainian text signifies the diverse linguistic landscape of the USSR during this period, reflecting a time when the state sought to assert its identity and unity amidst regional differences.