Государственная ассигнация. 5 рублей. № 583760

This 5 Ruble assignat, issued by the Russian Empire in 1806, is a significant piece of Russian monetary history. Assignats were the first paper money introduced in Russia (starting 1769) and played a crucial role in financing the state, especially during periods of war. The year 1806 falls within the Napoleonic Wars era, a time of immense financial strain for the Russian Empire, leading to extensive assignat issuance. The note's central inscription, "Объявителю сей государственной ассигнации платить ассигнационный банкъ пять рублей ходячею монетою 1806 года" (To the bearer of this state assignat, the Assignat Bank shall pay five rubles in current coin of 1806), explicitly states its value and the year of issue. Key security features include the serial number "N. 583760" visible in three locations and multiple handwritten signatures of bank officials. The distinct black rectangular stamp with "ПЯТЬ" (FIVE) in white letters further highlights the denomination. Despite its poor condition with numerous tears, holes, and significant wear, this assignat remains a valuable collector's item due to its historical importance and relative rarity. It offers a tangible connection to the economic policies and daily transactions of early 19th-century Russia.