1 Drachma, Greece, Axis Occupation (1941)

1 Drachma banknote of Greek State - the official designation of the collaboration government during occupation of Greece by the Axis powers (1941-44). The obverse has a seated statue of a philosopher, while the reverse features the image of an ancient Greek coin showing an owl (symbol of Athena). 

During World War II, Italy invaded Greece in 1940 - and was repelled. In 1941, Germany came to Italy's help, and Greece was defeated. Greek territory was divided between Germany, Italy and Bulgaria, with a collaboration government in place. Exploitation by the Axis powers led to a famine in 1941-42, as well as hyperinflation. Greece was finally liberated in 1944 as German forces retreated following Soviet advances. 

Size: 80 mm* 37 mm
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Notes are in uncirculated condition. Notes are part of a lot - the piece you get may not be the one in the image, but will be in similar condition. Price is for 1 note. 

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