050 quetzales 1968 — Guatemala ( Pick: 56b )

Region: North America

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 050 quetzales issued in Guatemala in 1968. It is cataloged under Pick number 56b. This note features a front side design from the 1967-1973 period, showcasing orange and blue colors on a multicolor underprint. The design prominently displays General J. at the center and includes a watermark with two varieties. TDLR served as the printing office for this note.

The dimensions of this banknote are 156 x 67 mm. It was signed by José Rivas, Mario Valencia, and Federico Padilla. A total of 60,000 pieces were produced.

The banknote was printed during a time when Guatemala was producing various denominations, contributing to the country's currency variety.

Specifications

Signed by: José Rivas, Mario Valencia, Federico Padilla
Date of issue: 1968-01-03
Printing office: TDLR
Paper: Paper
Colour: Orange and blue on multicolor underprint
Dimensions: 156 x 67 mm
Amount produced: 60000
Pick catalog: 56b

About this banknote

The Bank of Guatemala issued this 50 quetzales banknote, part of a series introduced in 1968. This series was released to modernize the country's currency following economic developments. The signatures on this note include José Rivas, Mario Valencia, and Federico Padilla, marking its authenticity and official sanction.

The front side of the banknote features a depiction of General J., rendered in orange and blue on a multicolor underprint. The banknote measures 156 x 67 mm and was produced by Thomas De La Rue (TDLR). Notably, the series had an issuance of 60,000 notes, identified as Pick number 56b.