5 rubles 1898 — Russia ( Pick: 3 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

Series: State Credit Notes (1898-1899) (1898–1899)

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Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 5 rubles issued in Russia in 1898. It belongs to the State Credit Notes series and falls within the period of the Russian Empire. This note is cataloged under Pick number 3, which identifies it within the issue. Its denomination, year, and catalog reference place it among documented banknotes of this series.

The front side features a multicolor underprint with an allegory of Russia seated, holding a shield and sword. The back side displays a portrait at each corner. The banknote has a blue design on a brown underprint and a green back. The watermark includes the value within a diamond, repeated.

This note is signed by Pleske and Ivanov. The dimensions of the banknote are 148 x 94 mm. Notes in the State Credit Notes series also included the signature of Timashev between 1903 and 1909.

Specifications

Signed by: Pleske & Ivanov
Date of issue: 1898
Colour: Blue on brown underprint, green back
Dimensions: 148 x 94 mm
Pick catalog: 3

About this banknote

The Russian State Credit Notes series was issued by the Ministry of Finance of the Russian Empire beginning in 1898. This series was introduced during the financial reforms under Finance Minister Sergei Witte, aimed at strengthening the ruble by introducing it backed by gold reserves on January 3, 1897.

The front of the 5 rubles banknote features an allegory of Russia seated, holding a shield and sword, set against a multicolor underprint. The back displays portraits at each corner, with a watermark of the value within a diamond. This note, categorized as Pick No. 3, measures 148 x 94 mm and features the signatures of Pleske and Ivanov.