5 kuna 1993 — Croatia ( Pick: 28 )

Region: Europe

Period: Croatia (1991 - 2022)

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 5 kuna issued in Croatia in 1993. It falls within the period of Croatia from 1991 to 2022 and is cataloged under Pick number 28. Its dimensions are 122 x 61 mm, and it is printed on 100% cotton paper.

The front side design features various colours including green, brown, blue, red, black, purple, orange, and yellow. The note is signed by Pero Jurković, the Governor of the National Bank. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Giesecke & Devrient, Leipzig, Germany.

This note highlights Croatia's transition to a distinct currency following independence. The National Bank of Croatia began issuing currency in 1991.

Specifications

Signed by: Pero Jurković, Governor of the National Bank
Date of issue: 31 October 1993
Printing office: Giesecke & Devrient, Leipzig, Germany
Paper: 100% cotton
Colour: green, brown, blue, red, black, purple, orange, yellow
Dimensions: 122 x 61 mm
Pick catalog: 28

About this banknote

The National Bank of Croatia issued the 5 kuna banknote in 1993, as part of Croatia's post-independence currency reform following its separation from Yugoslavia in 1991. The introduction of this series was necessary to establish a new national currency and stabilize the economy during the early years of Croatian statehood.

The front side of this banknote features portraits of Petar Zrinski and Fran Krsto Frankopan, significant historical figures in Croatian history. The reverse depicts the Varaždin Fortress, highlighting Croatia's architectural heritage. The note was printed by Giesecke & Devrient in Leipzig, Germany, and measures 122 x 61 mm with a composition of 100% cotton paper.