1 Balboa 1941 — Panama ( Pick: 22 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 Balboa issued in Panama in 1941. It is cataloged under Pick number 22. This note is distinguished by its black printing on a green and red underprint, and it is made of paper. The dimensions of the banknote are 158 x 67 mm.
A total of 2,700,000 Balboas worth of these notes entered circulation during the production run. This quantity reflects the scale at which this note was produced.
The Hamilton Bank Note Company printed this banknote. The Balboa was introduced as a supplement to the U.S. dollar in Panama in 1904.
A total of 2,700,000 Balboas worth of these notes entered circulation during the production run. This quantity reflects the scale at which this note was produced.
The Hamilton Bank Note Company printed this banknote. The Balboa was introduced as a supplement to the U.S. dollar in Panama in 1904.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1941
- Printing office
- Hamilton Bank Note Company
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Black on green and red underprint
- Dimensions
- 158 x 67 mm
- Amount produced
- 2,700,000 Balboas worth of these notes entered circulation
- Pick catalog
- 22
About this banknote
The Banco Central de Emisión de la República de Panamá issued this 1 Balboa note in 1941. This series, known as the "Arias" series, was introduced during the presidency of Arnulfo Arias. It was quickly withdrawn due to changes in government, making these notes scarce.
The front side design features an engraving of Vasco Núñez de Balboa, the Spanish explorer. The reverse side displays the coat of arms of Panama. Printed by the Hamilton Bank Note Company, 2,700,000 Balboas worth of these notes were circulated. The note is catalogued as Pick 22.