20 franc 1944 — Switzerland ( Pick: 39 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 franc issued in Switzerland in 1944. It is cataloged under Pick number 39. The note features a dark blue design on a red underprint and has dimensions of 143 x 86 mm. It carries the signatures of Gottlieb Bachmann, Paul Rossy, and Erich Blumer. The printing office is Orell Füssli AG Zürich.
The front side design incorporates the specified colors. The note's characteristics align with documented Swiss banknotes.
The use of paper as the material for this banknote is noted. In 1944, Switzerland was navigating the complexities of World War II and maintaining its neutrality.
The front side design incorporates the specified colors. The note's characteristics align with documented Swiss banknotes.
The use of paper as the material for this banknote is noted. In 1944, Switzerland was navigating the complexities of World War II and maintaining its neutrality.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Gottlieb Bachmann, Paul Rossy, Erich Blumer
- Date of issue
- 26 August 1939
- Printing office
- Orell Füssli AG Zürich
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Dark blue on red underprint
- Dimensions
- 143 x 86 mm
- Pick catalog
- 39
About this banknote
The Swiss National Bank issued this 20 franc banknote in 1944. This series was introduced during a period marked by post-war monetary adjustments. The note was designed to enhance the country's currency security following the challenges of World War II, utilizing advanced printing techniques for its time.
The front side of the banknote features a portrait of a historical figure, set against a dark blue design on a red underprint. The back side displays an intricate pattern with a prominent Swiss cross at the center. This banknote, bearing the signatures of Gottlieb Bachmann, Paul Rossy, and Erich Blumer, was printed by Orell Füssli AG in Zürich.
