1909 Imperial Russia 10 Rubles Banknote – Tsarist Era Credit Note | AUNC | Historic Pre-Revolution Currency

1909 Imperial Russia 10 Rubles Banknote – Tsarist Era Credit Note | AUNC | Historic Pre-Revolution Currency
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The obverse displays the elaborate Imperial double-headed eagle within an ornate shield, signifying Russia’s royal authority. Two circular medallions carry the denomination “10”, connected by laurel swags symbolizing prosperity. The text reads “Государственный Кредитный Билет” (“State Credit Note”), and at the bottom, “1909” marks the issue year. The background shows fine guilloché patterns in pink and gray tones, enhancing anti-counterfeiting security.

Back (Reverse):
The reverse is a masterpiece of early 20th-century engraving. Surrounded by scrolling ornamentation and floral motifs, it contains a declaration ensuring the note’s convertibility to gold—“Размен государственных кредитных билетов на золотую монету обеспечивается всем достоянием государства” (“Exchange of State Credit Notes for gold coin is secured by all assets of the State”). The denomination “10 РУБ. 10” appears prominently at the bottom center, framed by stylized foliage and rosettes.

💎 Collectible Highlights

  • Country: Russian Empire

  • Denomination: 10 Rubles

  • Year: 1909

  • Signatures: Imperial Bank officials

  • Material: Paper, engraved printing

  • Dimensions: Approx. 190 × 120 mm

  • Design Theme: Imperial double-headed eagle, ornate baroque flourishes

  • Catalog Reference: Pick #11 / Tsarist Issue

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