20 drachmai 1940 — Greece ( Pick: 315 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 drachmai issued in Greece in 1940. It is cataloged under Pick number 315. This note features a design in green on a light lilac background with an orange underprint on the obverse. The reverse displays shades of purple and green. It is printed on paper and measures 108 x 60 mm. The note is signed by Minister of Finance Andreas Apostolides and was produced by Giesecke & Devrient in Leipzig, Germany.
The specific color palette includes green, lilac, orange, purple, and green. The dimensions and printing details contribute to its identifiable characteristics.
Greece faced significant challenges during the period of this banknote's issuance, including the Greco-Italian War that began in October 1940.
The specific color palette includes green, lilac, orange, purple, and green. The dimensions and printing details contribute to its identifiable characteristics.
Greece faced significant challenges during the period of this banknote's issuance, including the Greco-Italian War that began in October 1940.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Minister of Finance Andreas Apostolides
- Date of issue
- April 6, 1940
- Printing office
- Giesecke & Devrient, Leipzig, Germany
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Green on light lilac and orange underprint on the obverse; purple and green on the reverse
- Dimensions
- 108 x 60 mm
- Pick catalog
- 315
About this banknote
The Bank of Greece issued this 20 drachmai banknote in 1940. It was introduced during a period of economic adjustments in Greece. This series was printed by Giesecke & Devrient in Leipzig, signifying international collaboration in banknote production.
The front side features an image of Poseidon surrounded by intricate patterns in green, lilac, and orange. On the back, the Parthenon is prominently displayed. This note, measuring 108 x 60 mm, is signed by the Minister of Finance, Andreas Apostolides, highlighting its official status.
