100 kuna 1943 — Croatia ( Pick: 11 )

Region: Europe

Period: Croatia (1941 - 1944)

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Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 100 kuna issued in Croatia in 1943. It belongs to the period of Croatia (1941 - 1944) and is cataloged under Pick number 11.

This note features a colour scheme of green and brown on a multicolored underprint, printed on paper. It measures 157 x 73 mm and is signed by Janus Mehmedagić and Dragutin Toth. The front displays detailed designs, while the back also features designs not specified in the provided facts.

It was printed by Giesecke & Devrient in Leipzig, Germany. The use of signatures from key financial officials reflects the administrative structure in place during that time.

Specifications

Signed by: Janus Mehmedagić (Vice President of the State Bank) and Dragutin Toth (Minister of Finance and President of the State Bank)
Date of issue: September 1, 1943
Printing office: Giesecke & Devrient, Leipzig, Germany
Paper: Paper
Colour: Green and brown on multicolored underprint
Dimensions: 157 x 73 mm
Pick catalog: 11

About this banknote

The Hrvatska Državna Banka issued the 100 kuna banknote in 1943, during the period of the Independent State of Croatia from 1941 to 1944. This series was introduced to replace previous currencies and affirm national identity during World War II.

The front side of the banknote features the denomination "Sto kuna" with artistic elements, including birds and floral motifs. The back side depicts a woman in traditional dress holding a child. The note, printed by Giesecke & Devrient in Leipzig, measures 157 x 73 mm and is signed by Janus Mehmedagić and Dragutin Toth.