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The Société Métallurgique Dniéprovienne du Midi de la Russie was one of the largest and most influential metallurgical companies of the Russian Empire. Founded in 1889, the company was located in the Dniepr region, a strategic area for metal extraction and processing due to its proximity to rich mineral deposits and the availability of water resources. The company specialized in the production of iron, steel, and other metals, which were crucial for the industrial sector of the time.
With a share capital of 30,000,000 rubles, the Société Métallurgique Dniéprovienne was a cornerstone of the Russian economy, providing essential materials for the construction of infrastructure, transportation, and machinery. The document presented here, issued in 1917, is a provisional certificate for one share worth 250 rubles, issued in accordance with the resolutions of the extraordinary general meeting of shareholders in 1916.
This provisional certificate is an example of the economic dynamism of the time, but also of the challenges faced during World War I and the Russian Revolution, which profoundly affected the company’s operations and the stock market in general.
Historical Data of the Société Métallurgique Dniéprovienne du Midi de la Russie
| Historical Data | Values |
|---|---|
| Year of Establishment | 1889 |
| Headquarters | Saint Petersburg, Russian Empire |
| Year of Stock Exchange Listing | 1890 |
| Year of Delisting | 1917 |
| Year of Company Dissolution | 1917 |
| Share Capital at Establishment | 30,000,000 Rubles |
| Share Capital at Dissolution | 30,000,000 Rubles |
| Annual Revenue (1916) | 10,000,000 Rubles |
| Name at Delisting | Société Métallurgique Dniéprovienne du Midi de la Russie |
Certificate Characteristics
| Document Characteristics | Details |
|---|---|
| Year of Issue | 1917 |
| Face Value | 250 Rubles |
| Type of Certificate | Provisional Certificate |
| Share Capital | 30,000,000 Rubles |
| Place of Issue | Geneva, Switzerland |
Collecting historical certificates like the one from the Société Métallurgique Dniéprovienne offers a fascinating glimpse into the industrial and financial past of Tsarist Russia. These documents are not only pieces of economic history but also works of art, testimonies of the era, with elaborate graphics and a story behind every signature and seal.
Owning a certificate like this means holding a piece of history, a document that tells the story of a time of great industrial development and political upheaval. The rarity and beauty of these documents make them highly sought after by scripophilia collectors around the world.
All historical documents for sale are intended for collection purposes. The documents have no economic or financial value (no economic or financial value), the second image is only representative of the company's object of reference.
