1 pesos 1949 — Argentina ( Pick: 257 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote is a 1 pesos issued in Argentina in 1949. It features a design with "Banco Central" above the signatures at the bottom, noted as "L.1947 (1948-1951)." The depiction includes Liberty (Progreso) holding a torch on the left side. The primary colors of the banknote are blue and pink, with the Banco Central inscription in green. This note includes two signature varieties and is categorized under Serie L-N. The printer is identified as CMN.
This note is cataloged under Pick number 257. Its documented denomination, year, and design features classify it within a specific group of banknotes. The details confirm its placement in the catalog of banknotes from Argentina.
This note is cataloged under Pick number 257. Its documented denomination, year, and design features classify it within a specific group of banknotes. The details confirm its placement in the catalog of banknotes from Argentina.
Specifications
- Paper
- Papel
- Colour
- Blue and pink
- Dimensions
- 130 x 65 mm
- Pick catalog
- 257
About this banknote
The Banco Central de la República Argentina issued the 1 peso banknote (Pick 257) in 1949, following the enactment of Law No. 12,962 on March 27, 1947. This legislation authorized the issuance of new banknotes to standardize the national currency.
The obverse features a seated allegorical figure of Liberty, known as Progreso, holding a lit torch in her left hand and resting her right hand on a shield bearing the Argentine coat of arms. The reverse displays the RA monogram, the national coat of arms, and plant motifs in the underprint. Printed by the Casa de Moneda de la Nación, the note measures 130 x 65 mm and lacks a security thread. It was demonetized on December 29, 1962.
