10 lek 1940 — Albania ( Pick: 11 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10 lek issued in Albania in 1940. It is listed under Pick number 11, which identifies it within the issue. This documentation places it among recorded banknotes of this denomination and year.
The front side design features a double-headed eagle set against a brown underprint, complemented by red and black colors. The back side displays crowned arms and the word "Italia," with a watermark depicting Victor Emanuel III. It was printed by Officina della Banca d’Italia in Roma and has dimensions of 98 x 61 mm.
The banknote's color is predominantly red. The printing office, Officina della Banca d’Italia, indicates the source of this issue. The State Bank of Albania issued various banknotes during this period, which reflects the country’s unique monetary history.
The front side design features a double-headed eagle set against a brown underprint, complemented by red and black colors. The back side displays crowned arms and the word "Italia," with a watermark depicting Victor Emanuel III. It was printed by Officina della Banca d’Italia in Roma and has dimensions of 98 x 61 mm.
The banknote's color is predominantly red. The printing office, Officina della Banca d’Italia, indicates the source of this issue. The State Bank of Albania issued various banknotes during this period, which reflects the country’s unique monetary history.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1940
- Printing office
- Officina della Banca d’Italia, Roma
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Red
- Dimensions
- 98 x 61 mm
- Pick catalog
- 11
About this banknote
The Bank of Albania issued the 10 lek banknote in 1940. This series was introduced during the Italian occupation of Albania, executed by the Officina della Banca d’Italia in Rome. The issuance of these notes coincided with the formal annexation of Albania into Italy in April 1939.
The front side features a black and brown underprint with a double-headed eagle design. The reverse side includes the crowned arms and Italia, alongside a watermark depicting Victor Emanuel III. This banknote, identified as Pick number 11, measures 98 x 61 mm and is printed on paper.
