1 franco 1871 — Uruguay ( Pick: S172 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 franco issued in Uruguay in 1871. It is cataloged under Pick number S172. The note features a color scheme of black on an orange and green underprint.
The printing was done by A. Hequet y Cohas Hos. Specific dimensions of the banknote are not provided.
In 1871, Uruguay was transitioning through significant political changes that impacted its currency structure.
The printing was done by A. Hequet y Cohas Hos. Specific dimensions of the banknote are not provided.
In 1871, Uruguay was transitioning through significant political changes that impacted its currency structure.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- August 1, 1871
- Printing office
- A. Hequet y Cohas Hos.
- Colour
- Black on orange and green underprint
- Dimensions
- 000 x 000 mm
- Pick catalog
- S172
About this banknote
El Banco Franco Platense issued this 1 franco banknote in 1871. The note was introduced during a period of financial development in Uruguay, where various private banks issued their own currency. El Banco Franco Platense was one of the private banks authorized to circulate currency within Uruguay.
The front side of the note features an allegorical female figure seated beside bales with ships in the background, and ornate engravings including a shield and children. It bears the inscription "Diez Pesos en Billetes de Curso Legal." The back features intricate geometric patterns in orange. It was printed by A. Hequet y Cohas Hos., a recognized printer of that period.
