10 kroner 1956 — Norway ( Pick: 31 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10 kroner issued in Norway in 1956. It is cataloged under Pick number 31. This note features a light green and gray color scheme and is printed on regular paper. The dimensions of the banknote are 125 x 70 mm. It is signed by Erik Brofoss and Erik Thorp, and it was produced by Norges Bank's Printing Works. Approximately 9.6 million notes were produced.
The front side design details are not specified. The banknote's classification is referenced by its catalog number.
In issuing this banknote, approximately 9.6 million notes were produced.
The front side design details are not specified. The banknote's classification is referenced by its catalog number.
In issuing this banknote, approximately 9.6 million notes were produced.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Erik Brofoss and Erik Thorp
- Date of issue
- 1956
- Printing office
- Norges Bank's Printing Works
- Paper
- Regular paper
- Colour
- Light green and gray
- Dimensions
- 125 x 70 mm
- Amount produced
- Approximately 9.6 million notes
- Pick catalog
- 31
About this banknote
The Norges Bank issued the 10 kroner banknote in 1956. This series was introduced as part of post-war efforts to update Norwegian currency designs and improve security features. The banknote series was signed by Erik Brofoss and Erik Thorp, reflecting their roles in the financial governance of the time.
The front side design of the banknote features a portrait of an unidentified historical figure, likely reflecting national heritage. The back side depicts a sailor holding a caduceus, standing next to a large vessel, symbolizing Norway’s maritime heritage. The banknote is printed on regular paper by Norges Bank’s Printing Works, with approximately 9.6 million notes produced.
