25 Rubles Assignation 1778 — Russia ( Pick: A5 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

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

Print series

SPB

Front side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 25 Rubles Assignation issued in Russia in 1778. It belongs to the Assignation Banknotes series, which spans from 1769 to 1785, and falls within the Russian Empire period. This note is cataloged under Pick number A5, providing its identification within the issue. The banknote features a unique design, with three serial numbers located at the center, lower left, and lower right.

Produced on white paper with embossing, the banknote is characterized by green and black colors. It measures 250 x 190 mm. Additionally, it bears handwritten signatures of two Russian Senators and the Chief Director of the Banks Boards, further distinguishing its authenticity.

The printing office for this banknote was the Saint Petersburg Bank. The Assignation Banknotes series was significant during a period of fiscal policies initiated by the Russian government in the late 18th century.

Specifications

Signed by: Handwritten signatures of two Russian Senators and the Chief Director of the Banks Boards
Date of issue: 1769-1773
Printing office: Saint Petersburg Bank
Paper: White paper with embossing
Colour: Green and black
Dimensions: 250 x 190 mm
Pick catalog: A5

About this banknote

The Saint Petersburg Bank issued this 25 Rubles Assignation banknote in 1778 as part of the Assignation Banknotes series (1769–1785). This series was introduced under the reign of Catherine II in 1769 to facilitate large transactions and reduce the reliance on heavy copper coinage.

The obverse features three serial numbers located at the center, lower left, and lower right. The note includes handwritten signatures of two Russian Senators and the Chief Director of the Banks Boards. It is printed on white paper with embossing and measures 250 x 190 mm.