20 franc 1931 — Switzerland ( Pick: 39 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 franc issued in Switzerland in 1931. It is cataloged under Pick number 39.
This note features a blue and cream color scheme. The dimensions are 143 x 86 mm. It was produced by the printing office ART INSTITUT ORELL FÜSSLI in Zürich.
The State Bank produced various denominations during this period, indicating the monetary practices of the time.
This note features a blue and cream color scheme. The dimensions are 143 x 86 mm. It was produced by the printing office ART INSTITUT ORELL FÜSSLI in Zürich.
The State Bank produced various denominations during this period, indicating the monetary practices of the time.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 21 July 1931
- Printing office
- ART INSTITUT ORELL FÜSSLI, ZÜRICH
- Colour
- Blue and cream
- Dimensions
- 143 x 86 mm
- Pick catalog
- 39
About this banknote
The Swiss National Bank issued this 20 franc note in 1931 as part of a series aimed at updating the currency design for enhanced security and modern aesthetics. The series introduction in 1931 coincided with global financial turmoil, necessitating robust, secure banking note features aligned with Switzerland's stable economic image.
The front side of the banknote features a portrait, surrounded by intricate patterns and inscriptions in multiple languages. The back design prominently displays the Swiss cross in a decorative circular motif. Printed by ART INSTITUT ORELL FÜSSLI, ZÜRICH, this note is cataloged as Pick number 39 and measures 143 x 86 mm.
