Poland 1 Złoty, 1941, P-99, XF, German Occupation

Poland 1 Złoty, 1941, P-99, XF, German Occupation his 1941 Poland 1 Złoty banknote (Pick P-99) was issued by the Bank Emisyjny w Polsce during the German occupation of Poland in World War II. These occupation-era notes circulated throughout occupied Poland and are among the most collected wartime banknotes of Europe. The note features an ornate design with a large crowned Polish eagle at the center of the obverse, surrounded by intricate guilloche patterns and denomination panels. Unlike later occupation issues featuring portraits, this early design focuses on national symbolism and traditional security engraving. Issued during one of the most challenging periods in Polish history, these notes provide a tangible connection to the economic conditions of wartime Europe and remain popular among collectors of World War II and occupation currency. Condition: XF (Extremely Fine) condition, displaying strong paper quality, sharp detail, and only light evidence of circulation. See photo. Photo of actual banknote shown.  Historical Background Following the occupation of Poland in 1939, the Bank Emisyjny w Polsce was established to issue currency for the General Government. Notes such as this 1 Złoty issue circulated extensively during World War II and today serve as important historical artifacts from the occupation period. Issuer Poland  Issuing bank Bank of Issue in Poland (Bank Emisyjny w Polsce) Period General Government (1939-1944) *1939-1945 Nazi Occupation Type Standard circulation banknotes Year 1941 Value 1 Zloty (1 Złoty) Currency Second Zloty (1924-1949) Composition Paper Size 100 × 64 mm Shape Rectangular Demonetized 10 January 1945 Number N# 211492 Series: BD Serial # format: 7 digits (18 mm wide) Printed date of issue: 01.08.1941 Related