10 drachmai 1955 — Greece ( Pick: 189 )

Region: Europe

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 10 drachmai issued in Greece in 1955. It is cataloged under Pick number 189. The note features a blue design on a multicoloured underprint and is printed on paper. Its dimensions are 66 x 150 mm.

This note is signed by A. Matsoukis, G. Velissaridis, S. Yiannaris, A. Koroyiannakis, and F. Mastichiadis. It was produced by the Bank of Greece Printing Works (IETA).

The 10 drachmai denomination reflects Greece's monetary developments in the mid-20th century.

Specifications

Signed by: A. Matsoukis, G. Velissaridis, S. Yiannaris, A. Koroyiannakis, F. Mastichiadis
Date of issue: 1 May 1955
Printing office: Bank of Greece Printing Works (IETA)
Paper: Paper
Colour: Blue on multicoloured underprint
Dimensions: 66 x 150 mm
Pick catalog: 189

About this banknote

The Bank of Greece issued the 10 drachmai banknote in 1955. This series was introduced to update the Greek currency system post-World War II and amidst economic restructuring. It was part of efforts to stabilize the currency during this period.

The front side of the note features a prominent portrait of a historical figure in an ornate oval. The reverse side shows an image of the Church of the Holy Apostles in Thessaloniki. This banknote, Pick number 189, was printed by the Bank of Greece Printing Works (IETA) and is signed by A. Matsoukis, G. Velissaridis, S. Yiannaris, A. Koroyiannakis, and F. Mastichiadis.