Ассигнация 75 рублей 1769 — Russia ( Pick: A3 )

Region: Russia

Period: Russian Empire

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

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Banknote description

The banknote is an Ассигнация 75 рублей issued in Russia in 1769. It belongs to the Assignation Banknotes series, which spans from 1769 to 1785, and is categorized under the Russian Empire period. This note is cataloged under Pick number A3, identifying it within the issue.

The front side design features a serial number centrally positioned above the word “ASSIGNAT.” It includes a watermark with words along the perimeter. The banknote is printed in cream and black and measures 250 x 190 mm. Its rarity is noted, and it was produced by the Sankt-Peterburgskii Gosudarstvennyi Bank dlia vymeny assignatsii.

The printing office was responsible for the currency's production during its issuance. The Assignation Banknotes series played a role in establishing government-backed currency within the Russian Empire, marking a shift in the monetary practices of the time.

Specifications

Date of issue: 1769
Printing office: Sankt-Peterburgskii Gosudarstvennyi Bank dlia vymeny assignatsii
Colour: Cream and black
Dimensions: 250 x 190 mm
Pick catalog: A3

About this banknote

The Assignation Bank of the Russian Empire issued the 75 rubles banknote in 1769 as part of the Assignation Banknotes series, spanning from 1769 to 1785. This series was introduced to facilitate trade and reduce the demand for metal currency, established under the reign of Empress Catherine II.

The front side of the banknote features a serial number centrally located above the word "ASSIGNAT". It includes a watermark with words along the perimeter. Printed by Sankt-Peterburgskii Gosudarstvennyi Bank dlia vymeny assignatsii, this note is notable for its rarity and large dimensions of 250 x 190 mm.