KOGUJA Banknotes Catalog

1000 lei 1938 — Romania ( Pick: 46 )

Region: Europe
Front side
1000 lei Romania 1938 — Front side
Back side
1000 lei Romania 1938 — Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 1000 lei issued in Romania in 1938. It is cataloged under Pick number 46 and features a design from the 1936-1939 issue.

The front side design displays two farm wives, each accompanied by three children, positioned at the left and right. The note is printed in brown and green colors and is similar to Pick number 44. The back side design features two additional farm wives on the left and one with a ladder on the right. The watermark present on the banknote depicts King Carol II.

This note measures 183 x 104 mm and was printed by the Banque de France in Paris, France. The 1000 lei denomination reflects a series of currency issues during this period in Romania.

Specifications

Date of issue
21.12.1938
Printing office
Banque de France, Paris, France
Paper
paper
Colour
brown and green
Dimensions
183 x 104 mm
Pick catalog
46

About this banknote

The National Bank of Romania issued the 1000 lei banknote in 1938. This series was introduced during a period of economic modernization under King Carol II. The banknote was printed by Banque de France in Paris, France, as part of Romania's efforts to enhance its currency design and production capabilities.

The front side of the banknote features images of two farm wives each with three children, consistent with the motifs from the 1936-1939 issue. The reverse side displays two farm wives on the left and another with a ladder on the right. A notable detail includes the watermark of King Carol II. This banknote is cataloged as Pick number 46.

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