1 drachma 1918 — Greece ( Pick: 308 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 drachma issued in Greece in 1918. It is cataloged under Pick number 308. The dimensions of the note are 65 x 40 mm.
The front side displays a design in black on a light green and pink underprint, while the back features green and light brown.
This banknote was produced by the BWC printing office.
The front side displays a design in black on a light green and pink underprint, while the back features green and light brown.
This banknote was produced by the BWC printing office.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1917 (1918) Issue
- Printing office
- BWC
- Colour
- Black on light green and pink underprint; green and light brown back
- Dimensions
- 65 x 40 mm
- Pick catalog
- 308
About this banknote
The 1 drachma banknote was issued by the Kingdom of Greece in 1918. This series was introduced following World War I to stabilize the economy amidst inflation. The banknotes were part of measures taken to replace previously issued higher denomination notes and provide day-to-day currency access to the public.
The front of the note features a portrait of Athena in a helmet and the coat of arms of Greece. The back showcases a depiction of a female figure riding a seahorse. Printed by the British American Banknote Company (BWC), this note is catalogued as Pick 308. The dimensions are 65 x 40 mm.
