Russian Empire 25 Ruble Assignat, 1812 (Processed with ДОБРАТЬ Stamp)

This historical document is a Russian Empire Assignat, specifically dated 1812, a pivotal year coinciding with the Patriotic War against Napoleon. The main text reads: "ОБЪЯВИТЕЛЮ СЕЙ ГОСУДАРСТВЕННОЙ АССИГНАЦИИ ПЛАТИТЬ АССИГНАЦІОННЫЙ БАНКЪ ... РУБЛЕЙ ХОДЯЧЕЮ МОНЕТОЮ 1812 ГОДА." While the exact numerical denomination is obscured or missing from the primary textual field, the pinkish hue and overall characteristics are highly suggestive of a 25 Ruble assignat from this period, a common denomination issued by the State Assignat Bank. The assignats of this era (1786-1819) were paper money, not backed by precious metals at face value, and played a crucial role in financing state expenditures, particularly during wartime. The serial number N° 5422792 is prominently displayed multiple times. A significant feature is the diagonal, black ink stamp "ДОБРАТЬ" (To Collect/Redeem), which indicates that this specific assignat (or a document referencing it) has undergone a banking or administrative process, possibly a redemption, exchange, or cancellation. Such stamps are valuable for understanding the circulation and eventual retirement of these early paper currencies. The document bears several handwritten signatures, likely those of bank officials responsible for its issuance or processing, though they are difficult to fully decipher due to age. This piece is a valuable artifact for collectors of Russian numismatics, offering insight into the monetary system during a tumultuous period. Its condition, while showing heavy wear, folds, and staining, is consistent with a document that saw active circulation and historical use.