5 franc 1947 — Switzerland ( Pick: 11 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 franc issued in Switzerland in 1947. It is cataloged under Pick number 11.
This olive-green note features the signatures of Müller, Blumer, and Hirs and was printed by Orell Füssli. The banknote measures 125 x 70 mm and is made of paper. Specific details regarding its series and period are not provided.
The amount produced for this note remains unknown. Switzerland's currency underwent various changes after World War II.
This olive-green note features the signatures of Müller, Blumer, and Hirs and was printed by Orell Füssli. The banknote measures 125 x 70 mm and is made of paper. Specific details regarding its series and period are not provided.
The amount produced for this note remains unknown. Switzerland's currency underwent various changes after World War II.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Müller, Blumer, Hirs
- Date of issue
- 16 October 1947
- Printing office
- Orell Füssli
- Paper
- paper
- Colour
- olive-green
- Dimensions
- 125 x 70 mm
- Amount produced
- unknown
- Pick catalog
- 11
About this banknote
The Swiss National Bank issued the 5 franc banknote in 1947. This series was introduced to modernize the Swiss currency and improve security features during the post-war period. It was a part of ongoing efforts to update the national currency and support economic stability.
The front of the note features a depiction of William Tell, a legendary Swiss folk hero, along with inscriptions in three languages: German, French, and Italian. The reverse side has ornate patterns surrounding the denomination "5" in the center. It was printed by Orell Füssli and carries the signatures of Müller, Blumer, and Hirs.
