The Azovsko-Don Bank, also known as the Commercial Bank of Azov-Don, was one of the most significant financial institutions of the Russian Empire, founded in 1871. Based in St. Petersburg, the bank specialized in financing commercial operations along the Don River and in the regions surrounding the Sea of Azov, from which it takes its name. This institution played a crucial role in the economic development of the southern areas of Russia, facilitating industrial and commercial expansion in a strategic region for the Empire.
The bank issued various series of shares and bonds over the years, reflecting its strong position in both the Russian and international financial markets. The document presented is one of the shares issued in 1914, with a nominal value of 250 rubles. The share, issued during the bank's peak period, testifies to the importance this institution had in the economic fabric of the time.
Historical Data Table of the Company
| Year of Establishment | 1871 |
|---|---|
| Registered Office | St. Petersburg, Russia |
| Share Capital at Establishment | 5,000,000 Rubles |
| Share Capital at Termination | Data not available |
| Year of Stock Exchange Listing | Late 1800s |
| Year of Delisting | Post-Russian Revolution, around 1917-1920 |
| Year of Termination | Around 1920 |
Document Characteristics
| Date of Issue | 1914 |
|---|---|
| Nominal Value | 250 Rubles |
| Issue Number | 11th |
| Issuing Office | St. Petersburg, Russia |
| Denomination | Commercial Bank of Azov-Don |
| Serial Number | Not identified |
| Language | Russian and French |
For Scripophily Collectors
The presented document is of great historical value, representing a time of great economic prosperity for the Russian Empire. Collecting historical shares and bonds like this one allows not only the possession of a fragment of history but also the appreciation of the elegance and art of printing financial documents of the time. The Azovsko-Don Bank was a crucial institution in the Russian financial landscape, and owning a share issued by it is a unique opportunity for scripophily collectors.
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