50 mark 1939 — Finland ( Pick: 72 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 50 mark issued in Finland in 1939. It is cataloged under Pick number 72. The banknote measures 136 x 120 mm, is printed on paper, and is blue in color. It features two signatures in the bottom center.
The printing office responsible for this banknote is the Bank of Finland (Suomen Pankki). A total of 27,640,000 pieces were produced during its issuance.
Finland's currency underwent significant changes during the 1940s, including the introduction of new denominations following World War II.
The printing office responsible for this banknote is the Bank of Finland (Suomen Pankki). A total of 27,640,000 pieces were produced during its issuance.
Finland's currency underwent significant changes during the 1940s, including the introduction of new denominations following World War II.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Two signatures in bottom centre
- Date of issue
- 16 October 1939
- Printing office
- Bank of Finland (Suomen Pankki)
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Blue
- Dimensions
- 136 x 120 mm
- Amount produced
- 27,640,000
- Pick catalog
- 72
About this banknote
The Bank of Finland issued the 50 mark note in 1939. This series was introduced to update and standardize Finnish currency during a period of significant economic change in Europe. The issuance aimed to maintain monetary stability amidst the geopolitical shifts occurring at that time.
The front of the note displays a group of figures, alongside inscriptions indicating the denomination and signatures at the bottom center. The back features the Finnish coat of arms surrounded by intricate patterns. Printed by the Bank of Finland, a total of 27,640,000 of these notes were produced, making it a significant issue in Finnish numismatic history.
