25 Rubles Assignation 1769 — Russia ( Pick: A1 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

Series: Assignation Banknotes (1769–1785) (1769–1785)

Print series

Front side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 25 Rubles Assignation issued in Russia in 1769. It belongs to the Assignation Banknotes series, which is classified within the period of the Russian Empire. This note is cataloged under Pick number A1, identifying it within the issue. Its denomination, year, and catalog reference place it among documented banknotes of this series.

The front side design features a serial number at the center above the word "ASSIGNAT." The watermark consists of words on the perimeter. The banknote has a cream and brown color scheme and measures 250 x 190 mm. It was produced by the Saint Petersburg Bank.

The production of assignation banknotes began in 1769.

Specifications

Date of issue: 1769
Printing office: Saint Petersburg Bank
Paper: Paper
Colour: Cream and brown
Dimensions: 250 x 190 mm
Pick catalog: A1

About this banknote

The Assignation Bank of the Russian Empire issued the 25 Rubles Assignation in 1769 as part of the Assignation Banknotes series, which spanned from 1769 to 1785. This series was introduced under the reign of Catherine the Great to facilitate more efficient currency circulation throughout the expanding empire.

The front side of the 25 Rubles Assignation features a single serial number at the center above the word "ASSIGNAT." The banknote measures 250 x 190 mm and is printed on cream and brown paper. It was produced by the Saint Petersburg Bank. A rare feature includes a watermark with words around the perimeter.