5 drachmai 1916 — Greece ( Pick: 54 )

Region: Europe

Front side

Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 5 drachmai issued in Greece in 1916. It is cataloged under Pick number 54. The note features black printing on a blue and brown underprint, with dimensions of 110 x 65 mm.

This banknote is signed by the cashier, the governor, and the royal commissioner. It was produced by the American Bank Note Company in New York.

The amount produced is classified as very scarce.

Specifications

Signed by: The cashier, The governor, The royal commissioner
Date of issue: 10 October 1916
Printing office: American Bank Note Company, New York
Paper: Paper
Colour: Black on blue and brown underprint
Dimensions: 110 x 65 mm
Amount produced: Very scarce
Pick catalog: 54

About this banknote

The National Bank of Greece issued this 5 drachmai banknote in 1916. It was printed by the American Bank Note Company, New York. The introduction of this banknote occurred during a period of financial adjustments in Greece, coinciding with the challenges of World War I.

The front side of the note features a portrait of an unidentified figure and the Greek coat of arms. The back side displays an allegorical figure, possibly Athena, with intricate designs in black on a blue and brown underprint. This specific note is categorized under Pick number 54 and is considered very scarce in numismatic collections.