50 Rubles 1840 — Russia ( Pick: A29 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

Series: Depository Notes (1840–1841) (1840–1841)

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Back side

Banknote description

This banknote from Russia, dated 1840, carries a denomination of 50 Rubles. It is part of the Depository Notes series issued between 1840 and 1841, during the period of the Russian Empire. The note features a brown color and includes a front side design with the first signature printed, while the second and third signatures are handwritten, showcasing signature varieties.

It is cataloged under Pick number A29. The note’s denomination, year, and specific design features define its classification within the catalog.

Specifications

Colour: Brown
Pick catalog: A29

About this banknote

The State Commercial Bank of the Russian Empire issued the 50-ruble Depository Note in 1840 as part of a series introduced between 1839 and 1843. This series was initiated under the decree No. 13013 dated December 20, 1839, to replace depreciated assignations with new paper money fully backed by silver coinage.

The front of the note features a brown ornamental frame with circular patterns and decorative cartouches in the corners, displaying the year "1840" in the upper corners and the serial number in the lower ones. Centered at the top is the State Emblem of the Russian Empire from 1830, depicting a crowned double-headed eagle holding a scepter and orb. The note measures 112 x 150 mm and includes a watermark with the inscription "Депозитной билетъ" and "50 руб: 1840."