Russia 1858 P-A33a PMG Choice Very Fine 35 EPQ 1 Ruble
A wonderful original example of this very challenging type from classic Russia. While sometimes seen, this type is virtually always in well circulated condition. Not only does this lightly circulated example come with exceptional eye-appeal, it is totally original, as indicated by the "Exceptional Paper Quality" designation from PMG. To give an indication of how unusual this is on this particular type, we must refer to the PMG population report, where 18 examples of Pick-A33 can be found (with 10 of those being Pick-A33b, the 1865 date). Not only is this the highest graded example, it is also the only note of this type that received the EPQ designation from PMG. An important offering for the specialist of classic Russia.
PMG Population in 35 EPQ: 1 (0 Finer)