50 franc 1994 — Switzerland ( Pick: 70 )
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Europe
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Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 50 franc issued in Switzerland in 1994. It is cataloged under Pick number 70, identifying it within the issue. The banknote is printed on cotton lint and measures 148 x 74 mm.
The front side features deep olive-green and purple on a multicolor underprint. It is signed by Jakob Schönenberger, who was President of the Bank Council from 1993 to 1999, and Markus Lusser, Chairman of the Governing Board from 1988 to 1996.
This note was produced by Orell Füssli in Zürich, Switzerland. In the early 1990s, the Swiss currency system was characterized by precise designs, emphasizing security and durability.
The front side features deep olive-green and purple on a multicolor underprint. It is signed by Jakob Schönenberger, who was President of the Bank Council from 1993 to 1999, and Markus Lusser, Chairman of the Governing Board from 1988 to 1996.
This note was produced by Orell Füssli in Zürich, Switzerland. In the early 1990s, the Swiss currency system was characterized by precise designs, emphasizing security and durability.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Jakob Schönenberger (President of the Bank Council, 1993-1999), Markus Lusser (Chairman of the Governing Board, Department I, Zürich, 1988-1996)
- Date of issue
- 1994
- Printing office
- Orell Füssli, Zürich, Switzerland
- Paper
- Cotton lint
- Colour
- Deep olive-green and purple on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 148 x 74 mm
- Pick catalog
- 70
About this banknote
The Swiss National Bank issued the 50 franc banknote, Pick number 70, in 1994. This series was introduced to incorporate advanced security features and update the design of Swiss currency. It was part of an effort that began in the early 1990s to modernize the franc notes.
The front side of the banknote features a deep olive-green and purple color scheme with multicolor underprint, showcasing the portrait of Sophie Taeuber-Arp. The reverse side includes geometric patterns and artistic motifs. This note was printed by Orell Füssli in Zürich and carries the signatures of Jakob Schönenberger and Markus Lusser, reflecting their leadership during its issuance.
