10 shilling 1951 — Malta ( Pick: 21 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10 shilling issued in Malta in 1951. It is cataloged under Pick number 21. The note has a green color, measures 133 x 70 mm, and is printed on paper. It was signed by Edgar Cuschieri for the Currency Board and printed by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom. The amount produced remains undetermined.
The front design and back design details are not specified. The catalog reference, year, and attributes serve to identify this note within its classification framework.
Malta was in a transitional period, preparing for greater autonomy within the British Empire, during the time of this banknote's issuance. The establishment of the Currency Board aimed to manage Malta's monetary matters.
The front design and back design details are not specified. The catalog reference, year, and attributes serve to identify this note within its classification framework.
Malta was in a transitional period, preparing for greater autonomy within the British Empire, during the time of this banknote's issuance. The establishment of the Currency Board aimed to manage Malta's monetary matters.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Edgar Cuschieri (For the Currency Board)
- Date of issue
- 1951
- Printing office
- De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Green
- Dimensions
- 133 x 70 mm
- Amount produced
- Undetermined
- Pick catalog
- 21
About this banknote
The Government of Malta issued this 10 shilling banknote in 1951. This series was introduced following the Currency Notes Ordinance of 1949, which was established to regulate the currency in Malta and its dependencies during British colonial rule. The series aimed to provide a stable and standardized currency system.
The front side features a portrait within an oval, signed by Edgar Cuschieri for the Currency Board. The distinctive design includes a stylized cross with a central medallion. The back side showcases ornate leaves framing an empty shield. The note was printed by the reputable De La Rue company in London.
