This is a 500 rubles banknote from Russia,RSFSR (Pyatakovki) in 1918. The note is in circulation and is a great addition to any collection of world paper money. The note is a genuine piece of history from a time when Russia was still recovering from the aftermath of the 1917 revolution. It is a fascinating example of the country's currency during that period and is sure to be a prized possession for any collector.