1 pounds 1988 — Cyprus ( Pick: 53 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 pound issued in Cyprus in 1988. It is cataloged under Pick number 53.
This note features a dark brown and multicolor design and is printed on paper with dimensions of 141 x 71 mm. It is signed by Afxentis Afxentiou and was produced by the printing offices of De La Rue and Oberthur Fiduciaire.
The banknote's dimensions confirm its size specifications. Cyprus adopted the pound as its currency in 1879, and it remained in use until the euro was introduced in 2008.
This note features a dark brown and multicolor design and is printed on paper with dimensions of 141 x 71 mm. It is signed by Afxentis Afxentiou and was produced by the printing offices of De La Rue and Oberthur Fiduciaire.
The banknote's dimensions confirm its size specifications. Cyprus adopted the pound as its currency in 1879, and it remained in use until the euro was introduced in 2008.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Afxentis Afxentiou
- Date of issue
- 1987-1996
- Printing office
- De La Rue (TDLR) and Oberthur Fiduciaire (F-CO)
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Dark brown and multicolor
- Dimensions
- 141 x 71 mm
- Pick catalog
- 53
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Cyprus issued this 1 pound banknote in 1988. The series was introduced to update the currency design and security features during a period of economic stability. The signature of Afxentis Afxentiou appears on the note, indicating his position with the Central Bank at the time.
The front side of the banknote features a mosaic depicting a mythological scene with decorative patterns. The back side shows Gothic architecture, specifically the Bellapais Abbey, a landmark in Cyprus. This note, identified as Pick 53, was printed by De La Rue and Oberthur Fiduciaire, known for producing secure currency notes.
