Paper Money, Scripophily and Banking Histrory

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Russia / US 'Knauth, Nachod & Kühne' 1905 Check New York to St. Petersburg / Turkestan

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Description

This rare and historically significant duplicate check, issued by the renowned banking house Knauth, Nachod & Kühne in New York, is a fascinating artifact from 1905. Dated September 23, 1905, the check is payable to Иерони́м Ива́нович Кра́узе (Herman Ivanovich Krause), a notable Russian economist and political figure in Russian Turkestan (modern Uzbekistan). The payment is drawn on Crédit Lyonnais, St. Petersburg, reflecting the close financial ties between New York and Imperial Russia during the early 20th century.

Rare Russo-American financial document with historical and collectible significance.

Condition report:

Excellent condition with embossed seal and crisp handwriting.

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