🇫🇮 Finland – 10 Markkaa – 1939 – Litt. D
Pick# 70a | Numista# 294013

Issued during a time of rising global tension, the 1939 Finland 10 Markkaa Litt. D banknote reflects the quiet strength and national pride of a country on the brink of war. Printed by the Bank of Finland (Suomen Pankki), this note circulated during the early years of WWII and is part of the 1922–1941 series.

🌲 Obverse:
Features a stylized tree at center, symbolizing Finland’s deep-rooted connection to its forests and natural resilience.

Text in Finnish (SUOMEN PANKKI – KYMMENEN MARKKAA) on the left and Swedish (FINLANDS BANK – TIO MARK) on the right.

Serial numbers appear at the bottom left and bottom right, with “Litt. D” printed in the upper left corner.

Two signatures at bottom center; many combinations exist, including Heurlin, Jutila, Kivialho, Raittinen, Rangell, Ryti, and others.

🦁 Reverse:
Displays the Finnish lion coat of arms surrounded by tree branches, with the numeral “10” on both sides.

A clean, symmetrical design that emphasizes national identity and strength.

🔍 Additional Details:
Year: 1939 (issued between 1939–1941)

Size: 120 × 68 mm

Material: Paper

Watermark: Stylized tree (Watermark II)

Printer: Bank of Finland

Demonetized: 28 February 1946

Total Printed: Approx. 36 million notes

Catalog References:

Pick# 70a (Standard Catalog of World Paper Money)

Numista# 294013

💡 Collector Insights:
A favorite among collectors of pre-WWII European currency and Nordic monetary history.

The “Litt. D” designation and wide variety of signature combinations make it a fascinating target for specialists.

Often paired with the 5 Markkaa note from the same year for thematic sets.