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The Société des Sels Gemmes & Houilles de la Russie Méridionale was one of the most significant mining companies in the Russian Empire at the end of the 19th and the beginning of the 20th century. Founded in 1883, the company aimed to exploit the rich deposits of rock salt and coal found in southern Russia, a strategic region for the country’s mining and energy industries. Rock salt, primarily used for food preservation and various industrial purposes, was an economically important resource, while coal was an essential energy source for industries and transportation at the time.
The company’s headquarters were located in Paris, France, reflecting the internationalization of Russian mining operations and the strong involvement of foreign capital in developing the country’s natural resources. The company was known for issuing bonds, such as the one presented in this document, which were offered to investors to finance its mining operations.
The document in question is a bond with a nominal value of 500 francs, issued in 1900, with an annual interest rate of 4%, payable semiannually. Bonds like this were essential financial instruments for raising capital and supporting the expansion of the company’s mining activities. Additionally, the presence of a headquarters in Paris facilitated access to European financial markets, ensuring greater liquidity and stability for investors.
Historical Data of the Société des Sels Gemmes & Houilles de la Russie Méridionale
| Historical Data | Values |
|---|---|
| Year of Establishment | 1883 |
| Headquarters | Paris, France |
| Year of Stock Exchange Listing | Not specified |
| Year of Delisting | Not specified |
| Year of Company Dissolution | Not available |
| Share Capital at Establishment | Not available |
| Share Capital at Dissolution | Not available |
| Annual Revenue (1900) | Not available |
| Name at Delisting | Not available |
Bond Characteristics
| Document Characteristics | Details |
|---|---|
| Year of Issue | 1900 |
| Face Value | 500 Francs |
| Interest Rate | 4% |
| Type of Bond | Obligation de Cinq Cents Francs |
| Number of Bonds Issued | 12,000 |
| Place of Issue | Paris, France |
Collecting historical bonds like the one from the Société des Sels Gemmes & Houilles de la Russie Méridionale offers collectors a rare opportunity to explore a significant chapter in Russian economic and industrial history. These documents represent not only financial investments of the past but also testify to the importance of natural resources and their management within the context of imperial economies.
Owning a document like this means holding a piece of history that tells the story of the development of mining activities in southern Russia and the international involvement in the sector. The rarity and artistic beauty of these bonds make them particularly appreciated by scripophilia collectors.
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.
