3 lei 1966 — Romania ( Pick: 92a )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 3 lei issued in Romania in 1966. It is cataloged under Pick number 92a, which identifies it within the issue. The note features a design from the 1966 issue, showcasing a blue color on an orange background with a multicolor underprint. The arms are at the center of the front side. The back displays the value at the center. This variant is labeled as "Variant a."
Printed on paper with a rhombuses pattern watermark, the banknote measures 114 x 57 mm. Its distinctive coloration and design elements are characteristic of the documented banknotes for this issue.
At the time of its issue, Romania was operating under a socialist economy, with state control over all banking and monetary policies.
Printed on paper with a rhombuses pattern watermark, the banknote measures 114 x 57 mm. Its distinctive coloration and design elements are characteristic of the documented banknotes for this issue.
At the time of its issue, Romania was operating under a socialist economy, with state control over all banking and monetary policies.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1966
- Paper
- Paper with rhombuses pattern watermark
- Colour
- Dark blue on orange and multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 114 x 57 mm
- Pick catalog
- 92a
About this banknote
The Banca Națională a Republicii Socialiste România issued the 3 lei banknote in 1966 as part of a new series introduced that year. This series was released on November 1, 1966, following the establishment of the Socialist Republic of Romania in 1965.
The front of the banknote features the national coat of arms at the center. The reverse displays the denomination value prominently in the center. The note measures 114 x 57 mm and has a watermark consisting of rhombuses. It was demonetized on December 1, 1996.
