5000 drachmai 1943 — Greece ( Pick: 122 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5000 drachmai issued in Greece in 1943. It is cataloged under Pick number 122.
The front of the note features a green and brown design, while the back is primarily brown. The dimensions of the banknote are 140 x 70 mm, and it is printed on paper.
The production details for this banknote are not specified. Greece issued 5000 drachmai notes during World War II, reflecting the economic conditions of that period.
The front of the note features a green and brown design, while the back is primarily brown. The dimensions of the banknote are 140 x 70 mm, and it is printed on paper.
The production details for this banknote are not specified. Greece issued 5000 drachmai notes during World War II, reflecting the economic conditions of that period.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 10 August 1943
- Paper
- paper
- Colour
- green and brown on the front; brown on the back
- Dimensions
- 140 x 70 mm
- Pick catalog
- 122
About this banknote
The Bank of Greece issued this 5000 drachmai banknote in 1943, during the challenging economic conditions of World War II. This banknote was part of an emergency release to address hyperinflation that affected Greece throughout the war period.
The front side features a depiction of the goddess Athena, flanked by intricate designs in green and brown. The back side displays a portrayal of horse riders, echoing classical Greek themes. This note, classified as Pick 122, is a paper note measuring 140 x 70 mm.
