Russia 1921 25,000 Rubles Banknote – Pick# 115 – Soviet Civil War Era – Circulated
High-Denomination Hyperinflation Note from a Turbulent Time
This 25,000 Rubles banknote, issued in 1921 during the final years of the Russian Civil War, captures a period of massive economic upheaval and political transformation as the Bolsheviks solidified power. Cataloged as Pick# 115, it’s a striking example of hyperinflation currency in the early Soviet era.
Key Features:
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Country: Russia (Soviet Socialist Republic)
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Year: 1921
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Denomination: 25,000 Rubles
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Pick Number: P-115
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Condition: Circulated
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Obverse: Soviet emblem (hammer and sickle within a wreath) with ornate script and denomination
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Reverse: Intricate patterns and high-denomination numeral
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Language: Russian (Cyrillic script)
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Color Scheme: Brown or olive tones depending on issue
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Printer: Gosudarstvennyi Bank (State Bank)
Issued amidst hyperinflation and political instability, this note reflects the dramatic economic challenges of the early Soviet regime. A powerful collectible for enthusiasts of Soviet history, civil war currency, or revolutionary-era paper money.