Imperial Russian Banknotes Collection | 13 Vintage State Credit Notes Set 1898-1915 | Peter & Catherine the Great
Imperial Russian Banknotes Collection | 13 Vintage State Credit Notes Set 1898-1915 | Peter & Catherine the Great
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Shipping & Returns
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Estimated delivery:
- US, UK & Europe: 2–4 weeks
- Canada, Asia & Australia: up to 8 weeks
Returns are accepted within 14 days of delivery. The buyer is responsible for return shipping unless the item arrives damaged or materially different from the listing.
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A magnificent and comprehensive historical collection of authentic paper currency from the late Russian Empire (Nicholas II era), covering issues from 1898 to 1915.
This curated philatelic and numismatic lot includes iconic legendary large-format banknotes like the famous 500 Rubles featuring Emperor Peter the Great (known as "Petrovka") and the 100 Rubles featuring Empress Catherine the Great ("Katenka"). The set is perfectly complemented by mid-range denominations and emergency small-change paper currency (разменные билеты) issued during World War I due to silver and copper shortages.
Features:
- Comprehensive set of 13 authentic antique banknotes
- Era: Late Imperial Russian Empire (Nicholas II reign, circa 1898–1915)
- Includes rare high-denomination portrait banknotes (500R, 100R, 50R, 25R)
- Features emergency WWI fractional currency notes (копейки)
- Rich security engraving, historical watermarks, and pre-revolutionary typography
- Collected in varied circulated to crisp conditions as shown in detail
The set includes the following 13 specific issues:
- 500 Rubles (1912): Large format featuring Emperor Peter the Great.
- 100 Rubles (1910): Elegant issue featuring Empress Catherine the Great.
- 50 Rubles (1899): Featuring Emperor Nicholas I portrait.
- 25 Rubles (1909): Featuring Emperor Alexander III portrait.
- 10 Rubles (1909): Classic red Imperial credit note.
- 5 Rubles (1909): Classic blue/text-focused credit note.
- 3 Rubles (1905): Ornate green/pink Imperial note.
- 1 Ruble (1898): Detailed brown/blue architectural framing.
- 50 Kopecks (1915): Paper fractional banknote issued during WWI.
- 5 Kopecks (1915): Small-change emergency paper money.
- 3 Kopecks (1915): Small-change emergency paper money.
- 2 Kopecks (1915): Small-change emergency paper money.
- 1 Kopeck (1915): Small-change emergency paper money.
A fascinating collectible for:
- Banknote and paper money collectors (bonistics / numismatics)
- Imperial Russian history and Romanov Dynasty enthusiasts
- World War I era emergency currency researchers
- Antique paper ephemera and archival curators
The banknotes are photographed in detail so collectors can carefully examine the serial numbers, signatures, and edge wear variations included in the set. You will receive the exact collection shown in the photos.
Please note:
- These are original vintage/antique paper currency items, not modern reproductions.
- Natural signs of age, folds, light staining, or circulated edges are present due to the historic nature of the collection.
- Carefully packed flat and shipped worldwide from Ukraine.
- Import duties or taxes may apply depending on your country’s regulations.
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