10000000000 drahm 1944 — Greece ( Pick: 134 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10,000,000,000 drahm issued in Greece in 1944. It is cataloged under Pick number 134. This note is printed on paper and measures 140 x 62 mm. The design features a colour scheme of black and blue-black on a tan underprint, complemented by a dull dark blue.
This note is classified by its Pick number and recorded characteristics. Its attributes include being printed on paper, with specific dimensions of 140 x 62 mm and a design combining black, blue-black, and dull dark blue elements.
The chervonets series was demonetized on December 29, 1947.
This note is classified by its Pick number and recorded characteristics. Its attributes include being printed on paper, with specific dimensions of 140 x 62 mm and a design combining black, blue-black, and dull dark blue elements.
The chervonets series was demonetized on December 29, 1947.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 20 October 1944
- Paper
- paper
- Colour
- black and blue-black on tan underprint; dull dark blue
- Dimensions
- 140 x 62 mm
- Pick catalog
- 134
About this banknote
The Bank of Greece issued this 10,000,000,000 drachmai banknote in 1944. This high-denomination note was introduced during World War II, amid severe inflation affecting the Greek economy. These notes were part of broader efforts to manage extreme hyperinflation as the country experienced occupation and economic turmoil.
The front side of the note features a detailed portrait of a classic figure, surrounded by intricate patterns. The back side displays a large denomination numeral, embellished with elaborate geometric designs. This banknote, referenced as Pick 134, is printed primarily in black and blue-black on a tan underprint, measuring 140 x 62 mm.
