General Auction including Antiques & Collectables, Gold & Silver.

General Auction including Antiques & Collectables, Gold & Silver.

Catalogue

Lot 282: A Collection of Belarus Ruble Banknotes, First Issue Series, 1992-1993

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Estimated price: £20 - £35

Buyer's Premium:

A collection of banknotes issued by the National Bank of Belarus, titled in Cyrillic as Bilet Natsyyanalnaha Banka Belarusi. This assembly comprises denominations from the initial post-Soviet period, featuring regional wildlife and architectural landmarks. The grouping includes 25 ruble notes in orange and brown tones displaying a moose vignette; 50 ruble notes in purple and pink tones featuring a brown bear, with serial numbers including AB 9049734, AB 9049736, and AB 9049737; 100 ruble notes in tan and brown tones depicting a European bison, with serial numbers including АЯ 7575842 and АЯ 7575843; and 1000 ruble notes in light blue, green, and yellow tones featuring the National Academy of Sciences of Belarus, with serial numbers including KA 3188819, KA 3188820, and KA 3188821. Multiple notes within each denomination are present in sequential numerical order. Each note features traditional Belarusian geometric ornamentation and security patterns.


Condition report:

The collection is in uncirculated (UNC) condition. The paper is crisp, bright, and maintains its original sheen across all examples (photos 1 and 2). There are no visible vertical or horizontal folds, corner folds, or signs of handling. All edges are straight and corners are sharp. No pinholes, tears, or atmospheric staining are evident.