1 drachma 1941 — Greece ( Pick: 317 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 drachma issued in Greece in 1941. It is cataloged under Pick number 317. The dimensions of the note are 80 x 37 mm, and it is printed on paper.
The front features a design in red and blue on a gray underprint, complemented by blue and brown hues. The note is signed by Sotirios Gotzamanis and was produced by the printing office Aspioti-ELKA.
The amount produced is not specified. In 1941, Greece experienced significant upheaval due to the onset of the German occupation following the Battle of Greece.
The front features a design in red and blue on a gray underprint, complemented by blue and brown hues. The note is signed by Sotirios Gotzamanis and was produced by the printing office Aspioti-ELKA.
The amount produced is not specified. In 1941, Greece experienced significant upheaval due to the onset of the German occupation following the Battle of Greece.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Sotirios Gotzamanis
- Date of issue
- June 18, 1941
- Printing office
- Aspioti-ELKA
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Red and blue on gray underprint; blue and brown
- Dimensions
- 80 x 37 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 317
About this banknote
**About this banknote**
The Greek government issued the 1 drachma banknote in 1941, during a turbulent period for Greece. This series was introduced as part of measures to address the economic conditions during the Axis occupation in World War II. The note was printed by Aspioti-ELKA, a prominent printing office based in Greece, known for its secure printing techniques.
The front side of the banknote features a seated figure and inscriptions in Greek, including the name of the country and denomination. The back displays a detailed engraving of an ancient Greek coin featuring an owl, surrounded by elaborate designs. This note is identified by Pick number 317 and measures 80 x 37 mm.
