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RSFSR 1921 Worker Breaking Chains Essay
very rare1900-1945

RSFSR 1921 Worker Breaking Chains Essay

Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic · 1921 · 10000 руб.

The design features a bare-chested, muscular worker breaking free from chains, with a rising sun in the background. The denomination '10000 руб.' and 'РСФСР 1921' are also visible.

This design, dated 1921, reflects the revolutionary ideals of the early Russian Soviet Federative Socialist Republic, symbolizing the liberation of the working class from oppression. It was likely an unissued essay or proof from a period of significant political and social upheaval.

Printing Method

Engraved

Image: <bdi><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/en:Sergey_Chekhonin" class="extiw" title="w:en:Sergey Chekhonin"><span title="illustrator (1878–1936)">Sergey Chekhonin</span></a></bdi> · License: Public domain

Estimated Values by Condition

Superb(S)

Perfectly centered, fresh, no faults

$10,680
Extremely Fine(XF)

Well centered, fresh colors

$6,408
Very Fine(VF)

Nicely centered, minor flaws

$3,560
Fine(F)

Average centering, acceptable

$1,780
Good(G)

Off-center or visible wear

$712

Prices are approximate market estimates for educational purposes. Actual values depend on specific factors including cancel type, margins, and provenance.