500 drachmai 1945 — Greece ( Pick: 171 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 500 drachmai issued in Greece in 1945. It is cataloged under Pick number 171. The note is printed on paper and features a red color with a multicolor underprint. It measures 150 x 75 mm and is signed by the Governor and Directors.
The combination of design elements and dimensions is recorded in the catalog reference for Greek banknotes. Its specifics include a multicolor underprint, contributing to its visual characteristics.
The Bank of Greece was established in 1927. This banknote was issued during a period of economic recovery following World War II.
The combination of design elements and dimensions is recorded in the catalog reference for Greek banknotes. Its specifics include a multicolor underprint, contributing to its visual characteristics.
The Bank of Greece was established in 1927. This banknote was issued during a period of economic recovery following World War II.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Governor and Directors
- Date of issue
- 2 February 1945
- Printing office
- Bank of Greece
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Red and multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 150 x 75 mm
- Pick catalog
- 171
About this banknote
About this banknote:
The Bank of Greece issued this 500 drachmai banknote in 1945. Introduced post-World War II, this series was part of efforts to stabilize the Greek economy following significant wartime inflation. The banknote reflects adjustments in monetary issuance necessitated by the economic conditions of the time.
The front side design features a portrait of an unidentified figure, along with inscriptions in Greek. The back side depicts a neoclassical building, possibly of cultural significance. The note, designed with red and multicolor underprint, measures 150 x 75 mm. It is classified under Pick number 171 and printed by the Bank of Greece, bearing the signatures of the Governor and Directors.
