Russia 1919 1000 Rubles – Civil War Era – South Russia Issue – Imperial Style Banknote – VF

Russia 1919 1000 Rubles – Civil War Era – South Russia Issue – Imperial Style Banknote – VF
CA$95.00

Issued in 1919 during the Russian Civil War, this 1000 Rubles banknote reflects one of the most turbulent periods in Russian history following the 1917 Revolution.

Although styled with Imperial motifs — including the double-headed eagle and classical allegorical figure — this note circulated during the struggle between the Bolshevik Red forces and the anti-Bolshevik White armies.

Historical Significance

  • Russian Civil War era (1918–1921)

  • Collapse of Imperial monetary system

  • Transitional emergency currency

  • Issued during economic chaos and political fragmentation

These notes are highly collectible due to their:

  • Dramatic historical context

  • Beautiful Imperial engraving style

  • Pre-Soviet transitional status

  • Civil War monetary association

Design Highlights

  • Allegorical seated female figure with Imperial shield

  • Kremlin cityscape vignette

  • Ornate Imperial double-headed eagle on reverse

  • Date reference: 1919

  • Serial: AIO 59943

An essential piece for:

  • Russian Civil War collectors

  • Imperial Russia specialists

  • Revolutionary era currency collectors

  • World paper money historians