50 franc 1947 — Switzerland ( Pick: 34 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 50 franc issued in Switzerland in 1947. It is cataloged under Pick number 34.
The note features a design in green and brown. Its dimensions are 165 x 106 mm, and it is made of paper. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Waterlow & Sons Limited, London.
This banknote is part of a series issued during a time of economic recovery in Switzerland following World War II.
The note features a design in green and brown. Its dimensions are 165 x 106 mm, and it is made of paper. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Waterlow & Sons Limited, London.
This banknote is part of a series issued during a time of economic recovery in Switzerland following World War II.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 16 October 1947
- Printing office
- Waterlow & Sons Limited, London
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Green and brown
- Dimensions
- 165 x 106 mm
- Pick catalog
- 34
About this banknote
The Swiss National Bank issued this 50 franc note in 1947. This series was introduced following World War II to stabilize the Swiss currency and economy. It was part of efforts to modernize the banknotes in circulation, maintaining the trust and reliability of Swiss money.
The front features a portrait surrounded by ornate green and brown patterns with inscriptions in four languages. The back shows a woodcutter in action, emphasizing craftsmanship and industry. Printed by Waterlow & Sons Limited, London, this note is cataloged as Pick 34. It measures 165 x 106 mm.
