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The document you are looking at is a bond issued by the "Gosudarstvennyy Dvoryanskiy Zemel'nyy Bank" (State Noble Land Bank) of the Russian Empire in 1897. This document, known as "Zakladnoy List," represents a bond with a nominal value of 750 rubles, issued to finance the activities of this bank, which primarily focused on providing loans and financing secured by land properties, mainly to Russian nobility.
The State Noble Land Bank was established to support the Russian nobility, offering them resources to improve and develop their land properties. During the second half of the 19th century, Russia was undergoing enormous social and economic changes. The abolition of serfdom in 1861 had disrupted the agrarian system, and nobles often found themselves in financial difficulties. The bank was therefore aimed at providing economic stability to this social class, helping them maintain their status and properties.
This bond represents a part of that financial mechanism and is emblematic of the Tsarist era, with its elaborate design and the presence of the Russian imperial seal. The 3½% interest offered by this bond was an incentive to attract investments and contribute to the capital raising needed for long-term loans.
Historical Data of the Issuing Entity:
| Data | Value |
|---|---|
| Year of incorporation | 1885 |
| Headquarters | St. Petersburg, Russian Empire |
| Name upon delisting from the stock exchange | Not available |
| Year of stock exchange listing | Not available |
| Year of delisting from the stock exchange | Not available |
| Year of company cessation | 1917 (with the Russian Revolution and the fall of the imperial government) |
| Share capital at incorporation | 100,000,000 rubles |
| Share capital at cessation or last available data | Not available |
Document Characteristics:
| Characteristic | Detail |
|---|---|
| Interest rate | 3½% |
| Nominal value | 750 rubles |
| Issue date | 1897 |
| Document language | Russian |
| Form | Printed on paper with elaborate decorations and the imperial seal |
| Condition | Generally considered good, with possible signs of wear on the edges |
For scripophilia collectors, this bond represents an exceptional opportunity to own a piece of Russian economic history. Scripophilia, the collection of stock and bond certificates, is a unique way to connect with the past and appreciate the beauty and history behind each document. Every bond tells a story, and this one, issued during a period of great change and turbulence, offers a glimpse into the attempt to maintain economic and social balance within the Russian Empire.
The design of this bond, with its detailed ornamentation and imperial seal, is not only a symbol of the past but also an example of the art and aesthetics of the time. For a collector, owning a document like this means having a piece of history in their hands, a work of art that reflects the culture and economic practices of a bygone era.
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