The history of Russian money - Illarion Kaufman, Peter Nikolsky. A leather-bound gift book

The history of Russian money - Illarion Kaufman, Peter Nikolsky. A leather-bound gift book.

The book "The History of Money in Russia", which combines the landmark works of Illarion Kaufman and Peter Nikolsky, opens up a fascinating panorama of the development of the Russian financial system. This fundamental work scrupulously explores the path that the Russian currency has taken from the first silver bullion, the hryvnia, to the complex credit mechanisms of the late 19th century. The authors skillfully link the emergence of new means of payment to major geopolitical events, internal crises, and changes in rulers. The researchers focus not only on economic laws but also on the political intrigues that accompanied large‑scale monetary reforms.
Of particular interest is the detailed analysis of the reasons for the collapse of some financial systems and the triumph of others, which makes the book relevant even today. The reader will learn how the state fought against counterfeiting, inflation, and the shortage of precious metals in the treasury. Thanks to Kaufman and Nikolsky’s in‑depth analysis, familiar coins and banknotes appear as genuine historical monuments and a mirror of national culture. The text harmoniously combines the scholarly rigour of pre‑revolutionary academic discourse with an accessible and engaging style of presentation. This edition will be an ideal gift for collectors, numismatists, and anyone who wants to unravel the economic mysteries of Russia’s past.

The book’s price: 20,000₽

The price of the book in a gift box made of genuine leather: 27,000₽