100 kroner 1942 — Norway ( Pick: 22a )
Banknote description
The color scheme consists of dark blue on a red and green underprint, while the back is printed in orange. The dimensions of the banknote are 144 x 127 mm. It was produced at the W&S printing office and is noted for being not officially issued.
This banknote is considered rare due to its unique design and characteristics. The State Bank of Norway introduced various notes during periods of currency change throughout the early 20th century.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1944
- Printing office
- W&S
- Colour
- Dark blue on red and green underprint. Back orange.
- Dimensions
- 144 x 127 mm
- Pick catalog
- 22a
About this banknote
The Norges Bank, operating in exile during World War II, commissioned the printing of a 100 kroner banknote series in 1942. These notes were produced by Waterlow & Sons Limited in London, intended for post-war circulation to replace currency issued during the German occupation. Approximately 600 million kroner worth of these notes were printed, but they were never officially released into circulation.
The obverse of the note features the Norwegian coat of arms at the top center, with the denomination "100" prominently displayed. The reverse showcases the royal monogram of King Haakon VII. A distinctive watermark window on the right side contains a portrait of Fridtjof Nansen. These notes are rare, with some specimens bearing a red "SPECIMEN" overprint and others being hole-punched to indicate their status.
