10 rublei 1918

Common. While Siberian Temporary Government notes are historically significant as Civil War-era regional currency, the 10 Rublei denomination in P-S818 was produced in substantial quantities as a circulating denomination. Notes in UNC condition command collector premiums, but the series itself is not scarce. These notes appear regularly in Russian numismatic auctions and dealer inventories at moderate price points, indicating healthy supply relative to collector demand.

This treasury note was issued by the Siberian Temporary Government during the Russian Civil War period, when anti-Bolshevik governments controlled Siberia (1918-1920). The note's formal heraldic imagery, including the lion rampant coat of arms on the reverse and imperial-style decorative elements, reflects the White movement's attempt to maintain legitimacy as representatives of Russian state authority. The inscription referencing the Omsk branch indicates this was part of the Omsk-based government's monetary system, which collapsed as Soviet forces advanced eastward.

The obverse features a classical architectural frame design with Corinthian-style columns flanking a central rectangular cartouche containing text. Heraldic eagles or imperial symbols appear within oval frames on both sides, reflecting the White government's claim to Russian legitimacy. Ornate scrollwork, foliate ornaments, and decorative cartouches provide elegant framing. The reverse displays a large circular central medallion containing a rampant lion coat of arms within a heraldic shield, likely representing Siberian regional authority. A decorative interlocking circular chain border frames the entire note design. Signature lines for the Managing Director (Управляющий) and Cashier (Кассир) appear on the obverse, indicating dual authorization requirements. The Series G-405 and denomination appear in all four corners in classical style.

FRONT SIDE: 'Казначейский знак Сибирского Временного Правительства' (Treasury Note of the Siberian Temporary Government) | 'Десять рублей' (Ten Rubles) | 'Казначейский знак, обмениваются государственным банком Сибири на государственные кредитные билеты' (Treasury note, exchanged by the State Bank of Siberia for state credit notes) | 'Управляющий' (Managing Director) | 'Кассир' (Cashier) | 'Серия Г-405' (Series G-405) | '1918' (Year). REVERSE SIDE: '10 Рублей' (10 Rubles) | 'Казначейский знак Сибирского Временного Правительства 10 рублей Омского отделения' (Treasury Note of the Siberian Temporary Government 10 Rubles Omsk Branch) | Legal conditions text including acceptance by government and public institutions, exchangeability for state credit bills, and statement subject to legal prosecution for counterfeiting.

This note was produced using intaglio (engraved) printing, evidenced by the razor-sharp detail work, fine parallel line shading in backgrounds, complex scrollwork patterns, and the three-dimensional relief quality visible throughout both sides. The fine line work, intricate heraldic detailing, and consistent depth of impression are characteristic of high-quality security printing typical of Russian state currency during this period. The specific printer for P-S818 Siberian notes is not definitively documented in accessible numismatic literature, but such notes were likely produced by regional printing facilities under White government control in Siberia.

Series G-405 is noted on this example. Siberian Temporary Government notes exist in multiple series (denoted by Cyrillic letter prefixes A through Z-series), with different series sometimes showing minor variations in signature blocks or printing quality. The Omsk branch designation visible on the reverse is significant, as some notes may have been issued from other regional branches. This particular specimen represents the G-series variety. Known varieties within P-S818 include different series prefixes and minor signature line variations, though the overall design remained consistent across the issued series.