Lithuania 10 Litu Banknote – Darius & Girėnas Aviation Tribute (2007 Issue)

Pick# 66a | Numista# 122

Issued by the Bank of Lithuania in 2007, this 10 Litu note honors two of the nation’s most revered heroes—Steponas Darius and Stasys Girėnas, Lithuanian-American aviators who made history with their daring transatlantic flight in 1933. Though their journey ended tragically, their legacy became a symbol of courage, innovation, and national pride. This note blends modern security features with deeply patriotic design, making it a standout piece in Lithuania’s final pre-Euro currency series.



Design Highlights

Obverse: Portraits of Steponas Darius and Stasys Girėnas appear side by side, rendered in crisp detail. Their determined expressions evoke the spirit of exploration and sacrifice. The background features aviation-themed motifs, including the Lituanica aircraft, which they piloted from New York to Europe.

Reverse: A stylized depiction of the Lituanica plane in flight, soaring above a map of their transatlantic route. The design is dynamic and commemorative, emphasizing movement, ambition, and national pride.

Color Scheme: Dominated by olive green and muted gold, with subtle gradients that enhance depth and contrast.



Key Specifications
Feature Description
Country Lithuania
Issuer Bank of Lithuania
Series 2001–2014 Litas Series
Pick Number P# 66a
Denomination 10 Litu (LTL)
Size 127 × 65 mm
Material Cotton-based paper
Printer Giesecke & Devrient (Germany)
Year of Issue 2007
Security Features Watermark (Darius & Girėnas), security thread, microtext, latent image, UV elements



Why Collect This Note

The 2007 10 Litu note is more than currency—it’s a tribute to Lithuanian ambition and diaspora achievement. Darius and Girėnas remain national icons, and this banknote captures their legacy in a format that’s both collectible and educational.

Perfect for collectors interested in:

Aviation-themed banknotes
Baltic history and national heroes
Pre-Euro Lithuanian currency