100 Drachmai Banknote - Greece (1978)
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Country of Origin: Greece
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Issuing Bank: Bank of Greece (Τράπεζα της Ελλάδος)
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Historical Era: Third Hellenic Republic (1974 - present)
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Denomination: 100 Drachmai
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Currency Type: Third Modern Drachma (1954-2001)
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Year of Issue: 1978
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Material: High-quality paper
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Dimensions: 158 × 67 mm
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Shape: Rectangular
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Printing Techniques: Intaglio and Lithography
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Status: Demonetized
Obverse Design:
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Primary Colors: Brown and violet on a multicolor underprint.
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Key Features:
- Athena of Piraeus depicted on the left side.
- The University of Athens featured on the right side.
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Text:
- "100 ΤΡΑΠΕΖΑ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ 100 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ EKATON" (Translation: 100 Bank of Greece, One Hundred Drachmai).
- Signed by the Manager (N. Christofilis) and the Governor (Xenophon Zolotas).
- Issued on December 8, 1978, in Athens.
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Engraver: Lambros Orfanos
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Designer: Yannis Stinis
Reverse Design:
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Primary Colors: Maroon, green, and orange.
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Key Features:
- Portrait of Adamantios Korais (a significant figure of the Greek Enlightenment) on the left.
- Arkadi Monastery in Crete illustrated at the bottom right.
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Text:
- "100 ΤΡΑΠΕΖΑ ΤΗΣ ΕΛΛΑΔΟΣ 100 ΔΡΑΧΜΑΙ EKATON" (Translation: 100 Bank of Greece, One Hundred Drachmai).
- Additional details include the names "Ad. Korais" and "Arkadi Monastery," with a mention of the Printing Works of the Bank of Greece.
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Engraver: Georgios Angelopoulos
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Designer: Yannis Stinis
Watermark:
- Features the head of the Charioteer, Polyzalos of Delphi, as a security element.
This rare and historically significant banknote is a collector's delight, reflecting Greece's rich cultural heritage and artistic excellence. Add this 100 Drachmai note to your collection today!
