10 franc 1981 — Switzerland ( Pick: 53 )

Region: Europe

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Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 10 franc issued in Switzerland in 1981. It is cataloged under Pick number 53 and is made of paper with dimensions of 137 x 66 mm, featuring colors of red and green.

The note is signed by EW (Edmund Wyss, President of the Bank Council from 1978 to 1986) and FL (Fritz Leutwiler, Chairman of the Governing Board, Department I, Zürich from 1974 to 1984).

A total of 21,000,000 pieces of this denomination were produced.

Specifications

Signed by: EW (Edmund Wyss, President of the Bank Council (1978-1986)), FL (Fritz Leutwiler, Chairman of the Governing Board, Department I, Zürich (1974-1984))
Date of issue: 1981
Paper: Paper
Colour: Red and green
Dimensions: 137 x 66 mm
Amount produced: 21,000,000
Pick catalog: 53

About this banknote

The Swiss National Bank issued this 10 franc banknote in 1981. This series was introduced as part of an effort to modernize Swiss currency, featuring more secure printing techniques. It was signed by Edmund Wyss and Fritz Leutwiler, prominent figures in the Swiss banking sector during the late 20th century.

The front side of the note features a portrait of mathematician Leonhard Euler. It includes complex geometric patterns, which were considered a security feature at the time. The back side displays more intricate designs related to Euler’s contributions to mathematics. This note has a Pick number of 53 and measures 137 x 66 mm.