20 kronor 2005 — Sweden ( Pick: 63b )
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Europe
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Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 kronor issued in Sweden in 2005. It is cataloged under Pick number 63b, which identifies it within the issue. This note features a front design with the years 1997-2011, showcasing a horse-drawn carriage at the lower center and Selma Lagerlöf on the right. The background consists of a purple design on a multicolor underprint. The back design depicts a story scene related to Selma Lagerlöf.
The note has a dark blue color on a multicolor underprint. It measures 120 x 67 mm and includes the signature of Lars Heikensten, which is relevant for its printing details.
Selma Lagerlöf was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, awarded in 1909.
The note has a dark blue color on a multicolor underprint. It measures 120 x 67 mm and includes the signature of Lars Heikensten, which is relevant for its printing details.
Selma Lagerlöf was the first woman to win the Nobel Prize in Literature, awarded in 1909.
Specifications
- Colour
- Dark blue on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 000 x 000 mm
- Pick catalog
- 63b
About this banknote
The Sveriges Riksbank issued the 20 kronor banknote in 2005 as part of the series introduced in 1997. This series featured updated security features and designs to enhance the banknotes' durability and security.
The front of the banknote displays a portrait of Selma Lagerlöf at the right and a horse-drawn carriage at the lower center. The back features a scene from Lagerlöf's book "Nils Holgersson's Wonderful Journey through Sweden," depicting Nils riding a snow goose in flight. This variant, Pick 63b, bears the signature of Lars Heikensten, who served as Governor of the Riksbank from 2003 to 2005.
