100 Marka 1919 — Estonia ( Pick: A3a )

Region: Europe

Period: Tallinna Arwekoja

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 100 Marka issued in Estonia in 1919. It is classified under Pick number A3a and is associated with the period of Tallinna Arwekoja.

The note features a brown color and measures 155 x 99 mm. It is signed by E. Aule and includes signatures from the Clearing House Administration as well as the issuer. The printing of this banknote was completed by Paalmann in Tallinn, Estonia. A total of 6,000 pieces were produced.

The 100 Marka banknote is part of a specific issue within documented banknotes of Estonia. The State Bank of Estonia was established on February 2, 1919, shortly before this banknote was issued.

Specifications

Signed by: E. Aule; 2 x Clearing House Administration; 2 x issuer
Numbering: A 1 x 5
Date of issue: 02.1919
Printing office: Paalmann, Tallinn, Estonia
Colour: Brown
Dimensions: 155 x 99 mm
Amount produced: 6000
Pick catalog: A3a

About this banknote

The Tallinn Clearing House issued the 100 Marka banknote in 1919 as part of Estonia's efforts to establish its own currency following the declaration of independence in 1918. This series was introduced during a period when Estonia sought financial autonomy, utilizing the Estonian marka as a transitional currency before adopting the kroon.

The front side design features the denomination "Ükssada Marka" prominently centered with inscriptions in Estonian. The back side displays multilingual text with "100" in a decorative circle, representing the value. Printed by Paalmann in Tallinn, only 6,000 of these notes were produced, making this Pick A3a note relatively scarce.