100 Marka 1919 — Estonia ( Pick: 22 )

Region: Europe

Period: 5% Short-Term Obligations (1918–1919)

Series: 100 Mark (1918–1919)

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 100 Marka issued in Estonia in 1919. It is part of the 100 Mark series and falls within the period of 5% Short-Term Obligations from 1918 to 1919. This note is cataloged under Pick number 22, identifying it within the issue.

The front side design features the text “1919 Without Series First Issue” in black on a light brown and rose underprint. The dimensions of the note are 209 x 135 mm. It is signed by K. Päts, J. Kukk, and A. Uibopuu. The printing office for this note is Lilius & Herzberg, located in Helsinki, Finland.

This banknote was produced in an amount of 21,000. The paper used for this note was sourced from Finland. The 100 Mark series was initiated shortly after Estonia gained independence in 1918.

Specifications

Signed by: K. Päts; J. Kukk; A. Uibopuu
Numbering: 1 x 5
Date of issue: 30.03.1919
Printing office: Lilius & Herzberg, Helsinki, Finland
Paper: Finland
Colour: Brown
Dimensions: 209 x 135 mm
Amount produced: 21000
Pick catalog: 22

About this banknote

The Republic of Estonia issued the 100 Marka banknote through the Estonian Provisional Government in 1919. This series was introduced during a period when Estonia was establishing its monetary system following independence in 1918. The banknotes were part of the 5% Short-Term Obligations series, reflecting efforts to stabilize the new currency.

The front side of the banknote features a black design on a light brown and rose underprint, consistent with the 1919 Without Series First Issue. It measures 209 x 135 mm and was printed by Lilius & Herzberg in Helsinki, Finland, using paper sourced from Finland. The note includes signatures from K. Päts, J. Kukk, and A. Uibopuu, with a production run of 21,000 units.