5 franc 1921 — Switzerland ( Pick: 16 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Switzerland, dated 1921, carries a denomination of 5 francs. The note is brown in color and is cataloged under Pick number 16.
The combination of denomination and year categorizes it among documented banknotes. The catalog reference identifies this specific banknote within the available records.
The combination of denomination and year categorizes it among documented banknotes. The catalog reference identifies this specific banknote within the available records.
Specifications
- Colour
- Brown
- Pick catalog
- 16
About this banknote
The Schweizerische Nationalbank (Swiss National Bank) issued this 5 Franc note in 1921. This series was designed to stabilize and standardize currency during post-WWI economic conditions. The banknote was part of a broader effort to manage currency circulation in the Swiss economy following the 1920 introduction of new national monetary policies.
The front side of the banknote features an intricate design with inscriptions in multiple languages, highlighting Switzerland's multilingual heritage. The main motif includes a portrait of a historical figure. On the reverse, the central design prominently displays the large numeral "5" against complex geometric patterns. This banknote is cataloged as Pick number 16, and it was printed in brown.
