100 Kroner NOR Banknote (Early Krone System (Pre-WWII)) 1983-1994

100 Kroner Banknote / Treasury / Military (Issued 1983-1994)

During the 1980s and early 1990s, Norway’s economy was experiencing significant transformation as the nation developed its offshore oil and gas industries, which fundamentally reshaped the country’s export revenue and international trade position. The 100 Kroner denomination served as a critical medium for high-value domestic and international commercial transactions during a period when Norway was establishing itself as a major energy exporter. This banknote facilitated transactions across Norway’s growing industrial sectors, including shipping, fishing, and the burgeoning petroleum industry that would define the nation’s economic landscape for decades to come. The currency circulated during a pivotal decade of economic expansion and modernisation within the Scandinavian region.

On the front, a portrait of a woman is prominently positioned on the left side of the note, rendered in fine engraving lines that create substantial depth and character against the cream and mauve paper stock. The denomination “100” appears in large, outlined numerals within an ornate circular rosette pattern at the centre-right of the design, surrounded by intricate guilloché work that radiates outward in concentric circles. The text “Hundre Kroner” is displayed in burgundy red across the upper portion of the note, whilst “NORGES BANK” appears in capital letters beneath the rosette. A security strip runs vertically along the right edge of the note, displaying alternating bands of mauve and cream colouring. The date “1985 – VI” is printed at the lower right corner, and a serial number “5306520950” is positioned in the upper right area. The entire design employs a consistent mauve-red colour palette with intricate geometric and cross-hatch patterns forming the background, creating a sophisticated security baseline through complexity of design.

The reverse features an elaborate four-lobed floral medallion occupying the centre of the composition, rendered entirely in fine engraving with concentric patterns radiating from a central rosette motif. This ornamental centrepiece is framed by a double-lined border with scalloped curves at each corner, enhancing the classical aesthetic of the design. Green tinted security threads are visible within the oval framing structure, adding a subtle colour element to the predominantly mauve and cream palette. The denomination text “HUNDRE KRONER” appears in the upper right area of the reverse, with “100” displayed in outlined numerals and “NORGES BANK” repeated at the bottom right, maintaining consistency with the front design. The entire reverse employs the same sophisticated guilloché patterning visible on the obverse, with dense geometric cross-hatching filling all background spaces and creating an exceptionally intricate security landscape. The paper itself displays a natural cream tone with visible watermark characteristics throughout.

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