About Belarus banknotes
Belarus introduced its own rouble in 1992 with small notes showing animals: the 1 rouble hare earned the currency the nickname "zaichik" (little hare). Inflation led to redenominations in 2000 (1,000 to one) and 2016 (10,000 to one).
See also: Russia, Ukraine and banknotes with animals.
Frequently asked questions
Why was the Belarusian rouble called "zaichik"?
Because the 1992 1 rouble note showed a hare (zaichik).
When was the rouble last redenominated?
In July 2016, at 10,000 to one.
Who issues Belarusian banknotes?
The National Bank of the Republic of Belarus.
Are your Belarus banknotes genuine?
Yes. Every Belarus note we sell is a genuine banknote, never a copy or replica. Each listing states the grade, gives the Pick catalogue number where one exists and shows the front and back, and every order ships tracked from Hungary.