5 krona 1947 — Sweden ( Pick: 33ad )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Sweden, dated 1947, carries a denomination of 5 krona. It features a grey and cream design, with a front-side design from 1918-1952 that includes a black and green guilloche pattern. Svea is seated on the right, and this variant has a numeral of value in red.
Identified under Pick number 33ad, this banknote is classified within a defined group in the catalog. The back side showcases Gustav Vasa with a letter at the lower left and right, using a beige color scheme. The design features and catalog reference establish this note among documented banknotes of the period.
Identified under Pick number 33ad, this banknote is classified within a defined group in the catalog. The back side showcases Gustav Vasa with a letter at the lower left and right, using a beige color scheme. The design features and catalog reference establish this note among documented banknotes of the period.
Specifications
- Colour
- Grey and cream
- Pick catalog
- 33ad
About this banknote
The Sveriges Riksbank issued the 5-krona banknote in 1947 as part of the 1914–1954 series. This series was introduced to standardize Sweden's currency during the early 20th century.
The front of the banknote features a seated depiction of Svea, the female personification of Sweden, with a green guilloche background and the numeral of value in red. The reverse displays an image of King Gustav Vasa, who reigned from 1523 to 1560, with letters positioned at the lower left and right corners. The note measures 121 x 70 mm and is printed on paper.
