RUSSIA--IMPERIAL. State Assignats. 5 Rubles, 1819. P-A17. Very Fine 20.A rare catalog number that is not often available in any state of preservation. This piece shows with still wonderful detail considering the technical grade and exhibits the prominent watermarking early imperial Russia notes are known for. Inscriptions mentioned on the front and back. We believe the inscription though faded, is an explanation of the note itself, the bank, and its obligation.PCGS Currency Very Fine 20.
