10 shillings 1942 — Australia ( Pick: 25b )
Region:
Australia & Oceania
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10 shillings issued in Australia in 1942. It is listed under Pick number 25b, cataloging it within the issue. The dimensions of this note are 137 x 76 mm, and it features the signatures of H. T. Armitage and S. G. McFarlane.
On the front side, the design includes "Commonwealth of Australia," indicating it is part of the general issue from 1939 to 1952. The denomination of 10 shillings is highlighted, along with the designation as variant b. The color scheme is orange on a multicolor underprint.
The State Bank of Australia played a central role in issuing banknotes during this period. This 10 shillings note reflects the design characteristics typical of banknotes produced in the early 1940s.
On the front side, the design includes "Commonwealth of Australia," indicating it is part of the general issue from 1939 to 1952. The denomination of 10 shillings is highlighted, along with the designation as variant b. The color scheme is orange on a multicolor underprint.
The State Bank of Australia played a central role in issuing banknotes during this period. This 10 shillings note reflects the design characteristics typical of banknotes produced in the early 1940s.
Specifications
- Signed by
- H. T. Armitage and S. G. McFarlane
- Date of issue
- 1942
- Colour
- orange on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 137 x 76 mm
- Pick catalog
- 25b
About this banknote
The Commonwealth Bank of Australia issued this 10 shillings note in 1942 as part of the 1939-1952 series. This series was introduced during World War II to ensure a consistent supply of currency amidst global economic tensions, with H. T. Armitage and S. G. McFarlane's signatures appearing on the notes.
The front side displays the inscription "Commonwealth of Australia" with an orange color scheme on a multicolor underprint. Measuring 137 x 76 mm, this Pick 25b variant was a standard issue during this period. The note's design and production aimed to maintain national currency standards despite wartime challenges.
