1 lempira 1978 — Honduras ( Pick: 58 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 lempira issued in Honduras in 1978. It is cataloged under Pick number 58.
The note features a color scheme of red on a green and lilac underprint. It is printed on paper and measures 156 x 67 mm. This banknote was produced by Thomas de la Rue in London.
Honduras introduced the 1 lempira denomination in 1931, indicating its ongoing circulation within the country.
The note features a color scheme of red on a green and lilac underprint. It is printed on paper and measures 156 x 67 mm. This banknote was produced by Thomas de la Rue in London.
Honduras introduced the 1 lempira denomination in 1931, indicating its ongoing circulation within the country.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 30 June 1978
- Printing office
- Thomas de la Rue, London
- Colour
- Red on green and lilac underprint
- Dimensions
- 156 x 67 mm
- Pick catalog
- 58
About this banknote
The Banco Central de Honduras issued the 1 lempira banknote in 1978, under the authority of the Republic of Honduras. This issuance was part of a broader effort to update the nation's currency designs, featuring important historical and cultural symbols.
The front of the banknote displays a portrait of Lempira, a revered indigenous leader, alongside the national coat of arms. The back features the ruins of Copán, including a ball court and staircase. Printed by Thomas de la Rue in London, this note is identified as Pick number 58 and measures 156 x 67 mm.
