Antique Banknote 1922 Austria 1000 Kronen Inflation Kaleidoscope Mandala Lady

This museum-grade antique 1000 Kronen (Tausend Kronen) banknote was issued on January 2, 1922, by the Austro-Hungarian Bank (Oesterreichisch-ungarische Bank) operating its Austrian business branch in Vienna. Released during the height of the post-WWI hyperinflation crisis in Europe, this note represents a crucial moment of rapid economic transition.

Features an ornate blue-framed octagonal panel featuring the portrait of a young woman adorned with a flower crown in her hair. The reverse side is a visual masterpiece of early 20th-century security art, showcasing an incredibly complex, symmetrical floral kaleidoscope mandala pattern inside a matching decorative border.

Serial: 1084* 074756, Pick #77

Size: 115 mm x 85 mm

Security: A geometric lathe borders on both sides to prevent counterfeit reproduction

Condition: No folds, light corner creases, crisp paper

This is an authentic antique item. Use the zoom tool to inspect the photos for a detailed view of the condition.