1 pounds 1987 — Ireland ( Pick: 70 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 pounds issued in Ireland in 1987. It is cataloged under Pick number 70. The note features dark olive-green and green on a multicolor underprint, printed on paper. The dimensions of the banknote are 148 x 78 mm. It is signed by Tomás F. Ó Cofaigh and Maurice Doyle.
The design incorporates dark olive-green and green tones against a multicolor background, showcasing the complexity of its printing.
Ireland transitioned to the euro in 2002, ultimately phasing out the pound banknotes issued during this period. In 1987, the Irish pound was still in circulation as the national currency.
The design incorporates dark olive-green and green tones against a multicolor background, showcasing the complexity of its printing.
Ireland transitioned to the euro in 2002, ultimately phasing out the pound banknotes issued during this period. In 1987, the Irish pound was still in circulation as the national currency.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Tomás F. Ó Cofaigh & Maurice Doyle
- Date of issue
- 24 April 1987
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Dark olive-green and green on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 148 x 78 mm
- Pick catalog
- 70
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Ireland issued this 1-pound banknote in 1987. This series was introduced during a time when Ireland was updating its currency designs to include enhanced artistic elements and anti-counterfeiting measures. Tomás F. Ó Cofaigh and Maurice Doyle signed this particular note, marking a shift in the bank's signatures.
The front side features a stylized portrait of Lady Lavery, accompanied by intricate Celtic designs and Gaelic script. The back displays Celtic art motifs reminiscent of ancient scripts. This banknote, cataloged as Pick 70, was printed on paper measuring 148 x 78 mm and features a dark olive-green and green color scheme with multicolor underprints.
