50 rubles 1947 — USSR ( Pick: 229 )

Region: Russia

Period: USSR

Series: Monetary Reform (1947–1947)

Front side

Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 50 rubles issued in the USSR in 1947. It belongs to the Monetary Reform series and falls within the USSR period.

This note is cataloged under Pick number 229, which identifies it within the issue. The dimensions of the banknote are 218 x 103 mm. Its color scheme features blue on a yellow-green background with a multicolor underprint, and it is printed on paper.

As part of this issue, the banknote is classified within the Monetary Reform series. Its catalog reference, year, and recorded characteristics establish its position within the documented banknotes of this series. The details provided maintain the context of this specific issue.

Specifications

Date of issue: 1947
Paper: Paper
Colour: Blue on yellow-green and multicolor underprint
Dimensions: 218 x 103 mm
Pick catalog: 229

About this banknote

The 50 rubles banknote was issued by the State Bank of the USSR as part of the 1947 series, following a significant monetary reform aimed at stabilizing the post-World War II economy. This series was introduced to combat hyperinflation and restore confidence in the currency, with the reform effectively reducing the circulation of older banknotes by a ratio of 10 to 1.

Notably, this banknote features a blue design on a yellow-green background with a multicolor underprint, showcasing intricate patterns unique to the series. The dimensions of the note are 218 x 103 mm, and it is distinguished by its detailed security features, including specific watermarks and serial numbering that reflect the advanced printing techniques of the time.