[Russian Empire 10 Ruble Banknote, 1909 Issue (UNC, Unused)]
*This item is unused (UNC) and collectible quality, but the serial number and year of issue (between 1909 and 1917) may differ from those shown in the image. Please rest assured that all items are in the same excellent condition.
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Product overview
This 10-ruble note, issued from 1909, was an important currency in the final days of the Russian Empire, a State Credit Note issued during the reign of Nicholas II. Based on the gold standard, this note was valued at 1 ruble = 1/15 imperial, or 17.424 parts pure gold, and circulated under a very robust monetary system.
At the time, the Russian Empire was the largest power in Europe in terms of territory and population, and paper money was a symbol of the nation's credibility. This 10-ruble note is more than just a currency; it is a valuable historical document that conveys the art, technology, and political identity of Imperial Russia to the present day.
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Main specifications
• Year of issue: 1909 (used until 1917)
• Country of issue: Russian Empire
• Denomination: 10 rubles (10 РУБЛЕЙ)
• Issuer: State Bank of the Russian Empire
• Emperor: Nicholas II (1894–1917)
• Size: 175 x 105 mm
• Material: Paper
• Shape: Rectangle
• Condition: UNC (unused) *Completely uncirculated, in excellent condition with no creases or stains
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Design details
Obverse
• Color: Deep olive green with red underprint
• Composition: The double-headed Russian Emperor's coat of arms (Imperial Eagle) is printed in the center of the banknote, symbolizing the authority and trust of the state.
• Wording:
• “National Credit Banknotes”
• "10 rubles"
• "This note is exchangeable for gold coins without restriction."
• Script: Cyrillic
Back (reverse)
• Ornament: A gorgeous composition surrounded by a floral ornamental frame.
• Contents:
1. Exchange for gold coins is guaranteed by state assets
2. These notes were valid throughout the Empire on an equal footing with gold coins.
3. Counterfeiters will face the penalty of loss of citizenship and exile.
Watermark
• The number "10" is printed in a crosshatched pattern all over the coin to prevent counterfeiting.
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Historical background
When this banknote was introduced in 1909, Russia was rapidly modernizing but also experiencing internal unrest. It was issued to restore the country's credibility after the First Russian Revolution of 1905. To increase confidence in the gold standard, the note stated that it was "unlimitedly convertible into gold coins," emphasizing that the central bank held backing assets.
The coins were signed by several high-ranking officials, the most famous of which was the signature of Ivan Shipov, which was used throughout the Russian Empire, the Provisional Government, and the early Soviet period. Therefore, there are three variations of the same design, depending on the issuing body and character code (Russian Empire, Provisional Government, and Soviet Union).
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Collector's Information
• Rating: This coin is highly sought after by banknote collectors worldwide. It is extremely difficult to obtain, especially in mint condition (UNC).
• Rarity: This banknote was issued at the end of the reign of Nicholas II, and is historical evidence of the financial situation on the eve of the collapse of the imperial regime.
• Design: Due to its artistic decoration and high printing technology, it is highly regarded as a work of art.
• Certification: Registered in Numista catalog number P#11
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Information from GoldSilverJapan
Goldsilverjapan carefully selects historic coins from around the world and offers them with guaranteed condition. This "Russian Imperial 10 Ruble Banknote (1909)" will be shipped safely in a protective sleeve suitable for long-term storage.
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Thus, the Imperial Russian 10 ruble note, which combines the three elements of history, art, and economics, is a collector's item that stimulates intellectual curiosity and is also attracting attention as a solid investment.
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