10 shillings 1939 — Australia ( Pick: 25a )
Region:
Australia & Oceania
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10 shillings issued in Australia in 1939. It is cataloged under Pick number 25a. Its catalog reference places it among the documented banknotes of this issue.
The front side design features the text "Commonwealth of Australia," with indications of its general issue status for the years 1939 to 1952 and the denomination. The color scheme presents orange on a multicolor underprint. The dimensions of the note are 137 x 76 mm. This note is signed by Henry John Sheehan and Stuart G. McFarlane and was printed in Melbourne, Australia.
Approximately 451,528,000 notes were produced. The 10 shilling denomination was used in various transactions throughout Australia during the period.
The front side design features the text "Commonwealth of Australia," with indications of its general issue status for the years 1939 to 1952 and the denomination. The color scheme presents orange on a multicolor underprint. The dimensions of the note are 137 x 76 mm. This note is signed by Henry John Sheehan and Stuart G. McFarlane and was printed in Melbourne, Australia.
Approximately 451,528,000 notes were produced. The 10 shilling denomination was used in various transactions throughout Australia during the period.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Henry John Sheehan and Stuart G. McFarlane
- Date of issue
- 1939
- Printing office
- Melbourne, Australia
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Orange on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 137 x 76 mm
- Amount produced
- Approximately 451,528,000
- Pick catalog
- 25a
About this banknote
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia issued the 10 shillings banknote in 1939, featuring the signatures of Henry J. Sheehan and Stuart G. McFarlane. This series was introduced to update the currency design and security features during the reign of King George VI.
The front of the banknote displays a portrait of King George VI on the right side, with the Australian coat of arms to the left. The reverse features an allegorical scene titled "Manufactures," depicting various industrial activities. The note measures 137 x 76 mm and includes a watermark of Captain James Cook.
