The Russian Empire was a state that existed from 1721 until overthrown by the short-lived liberal February Revolution in 1917. Wikipedia
Capitals: Saint Petersburg, Moscow
Founded: 1721
National anthem: God Save the Tsar!
Population: 181.5 million (1916)
Currency: Russian ruble
Government: Tsarist autocracy, Autocracy, Absolute monarchy
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| 5 Rubles 1909 |
Features the Double-headed Eagle
Interestingly these notes were printed by the Soviet government even after the days of the czars ended and before new paper currency was instituted. These later prints all bear the Shipov signature and can be distinguished from their imperial counterparts by the abbreviated serial number. Abbreviated serial numbers consist of two letters and three numerals, as seen above on the 5 Ruble. Compare to the 10 Ruble below the usual two letters and six numerals.
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| 10 Rubles 1909 |
(If you have purchased the banknote set the serial numbers will vary from these examples)
Banknote World - Bank notes of Russia 1909
Playlist on YouTube for the 'History of the Russian Empire'
Banknote World - Bank notes of Russia 1909
Playlist on YouTube for the 'History of the Russian Empire'
Tsar Nicholas II of Russia
Wikipedia: Nicholas IIIf you have never seen 'Russian Ark' I highly recommend a viewing.
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