50 rubles 1961 — USSR ( Pick: 235 )

Region: Russia

Series: USSR State Bank Notes (1961 Issue) (1961–1991)

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 50 rubles issued in the USSR in 1961. It belongs to the series of USSR State Bank Notes from the 1961 Issue and falls within the period of the USSR. The note features dark green and green colors with a pink underprint.

This banknote is printed on paper and measures 140 x 70 mm. The classification within the series is defined by its denomination and year of issue. Although the Pick number is not specified, the combination of colors and paper type aids in its identification within the documented group of banknotes from this series.

The detailed attributes of this note establish its position within the series of USSR State Bank Notes from 1961. Its specifications contribute to the overall cataloging of currency issued during that period.

Specifications

Date of issue: 1961
Paper: Paper
Colour: Dark green and green on green and pink underprint
Dimensions: 140 x 70 mm
Pick catalog: 235

About this banknote

This 50 rubles banknote was issued by the State Bank of the USSR in 1961 as part of the USSR State Bank Notes series. The series was introduced to modernize the currency system and enhance payment efficiency amid ongoing economic developments in the post-Stalin era, following significant reforms initiated during the 1950s.

A notable feature of this banknote is its intricate design, which incorporates dark green and green hues with a pink underprint, reflecting the aesthetic preferences of the time. This banknote, measuring 140 x 70 mm, symbolizes the era's emphasis on security and authenticity, as evident in its detailed engravings and careful craftsmanship, marking a distinct transition in Soviet currency from previous designs.