50 Rubles 1851 — Russia ( Pick: A32 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

Series: Credit Note (1841) (1841–1841)

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 50 Rubles issued in Russia in 1851. It belongs to the Credit Note series from 1841 and falls within the period of the Russian Empire. The note features an olive and cream color scheme and has a front side design consisting of ten with varieties. From 1851, all signatures were printed.

This banknote is cataloged under Pick number A32. Its denomination, year, and series details identify it as a documented banknote for this timeframe. The combination of listed characteristics agrees with the catalog reference for banknotes of this period.

Specifications

Colour: Olive and cream
Pick catalog: A32

About this banknote

The State Assignation Bank of the Russian Empire issued the 50 Rubles banknote in 1851 as part of the Credit Note series introduced in 1841. This series was implemented to standardize the currency system under Emperor Nicholas I, with the 50 Rubles note being a significant denomination in circulation during that period.

The obverse of the banknote features the crowned double-headed eagle with a shield at the top center, symbolizing the Russian Empire. Notably, from 1851 onwards, all signatures on these notes were printed rather than handwritten, marking a shift in the bank's issuance practices.