The logo of the Central Bank of Russia features a stylized double-headed eagle enclosed in a circle, with the inscription “BANK OF RUSSIA” below in a semi-circle. The eagle is shown with wings spread, no crowns, beaks closed, and a calm, balanced posture. The current version was introduced in 2019 as part of a rebranding initiative. The design was refined for better clarity — smoother lines, improved proportions, and a modernized font for better readability in both print and digital formats. The image is based on the heraldic version used on Russian banknotes since 1992 and is officially registered as the Bank’s emblem.
The Central Bank of the Russian Federation is the main financial regulator and the sole issuer of the national currency. Established in 1990 as the successor to the USSR’s State Bank, it has operated as the Central Bank since 1992. It holds the exclusive right to issue the ruble and is responsible for maintaining currency stability, implementing monetary policy, supervising banks, regulating financial markets, and safeguarding the country’s financial system. The Bank operates independently of the government and is accountable to the State Duma. Today, it is one of the most important institutions shaping Russia’s domestic and international financial policy.
