3 Kopeks 1915 — Russia ( Pick: 26 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

Series: Treasury Small Change Notes (1915) (1915–1915)

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 3 Kopeks issued in Russia in 1915. It belongs to the Treasury Small Change Notes series from the period of the Russian Empire.

This note is cataloged under Pick number 26, providing its catalog reference within the issue. The banknote features a color scheme of green on a light green underprint. It is produced on watermarked paper, showcasing design No. 324 / type 27A, with dimensions of 79 x 45 mm.

As part of this issue, the banknote is classified within a defined group of banknotes from the Treasury Small Change Notes series. Its catalog reference and documented characteristics establish its position within the established entries for this series.

Specifications

Date of issue: 1915
Paper: watermarked paper with design No. 324 / type 27A
Colour: green on light green underprint
Dimensions: 79 x 45 mm
Pick catalog: 26

About this banknote

The 3 Kopeks banknote from the Russian Empire, issued in 1915, was part of the Treasury Small Change Notes series. These notes were introduced by the Russian Treasury to address a severe shortage of small change coins during World War I. The 3 Kopeks note, measuring 79 x 45 mm, features a green design on a light green underprint and is printed on watermarked paper with design No. 324 / type 27A.

A notable feature of this series is the inscription on the reverse: "ПОДДѢЛКА БИЛЕТА ПРЕСЛѢДУЕТСЯ ЗАКОНОМЪ," meaning "Banknote forgery is prosecuted by law." This emphasizes the legal consequences of counterfeiting these emergency currency notes. The Treasury Small Change Notes were a temporary measure to alleviate the currency crisis caused by the war, reflecting the Russian Empire's efforts to maintain economic stability during a tumultuous period.