10 dollars 1970 — Jamaica ( Pick: 57 )

Region: North America

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Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 10 dollars issued in Jamaica in 1970. It is cataloged under Pick number 57.

The note features a colour scheme of brown, green, red, and a multicolored underprint. It measures 145 x 68 mm and is printed on paper. The banknote is signed by George Arthur Brown and was produced by Thomas De La Rue & Company Limited.

The printing office, Thomas De La Rue & Company Limited, was known for producing various denominations of Jamaican currency during this time period.

Specifications

Signed by: George Arthur Brown
Date of issue: 1970
Printing office: Thomas De La Rue & Company Limited
Colour: brown, green, red, multicolored underprint
Dimensions: 145 x 68 mm
Pick catalog: 57

About this banknote

The Bank of Jamaica issued this 10-dollar banknote in 1970. The series was introduced to update and modernize the currency in circulation following Jamaica's independence in 1962. The notes were part of efforts to feature prominent Jamaican figures, signifying national pride and identity.

The front side features a portrait of George William Gordon, an important figure in Jamaican history. The reverse side showcases a scene from the bauxite industry, a key sector in Jamaica's economy. This banknote, classified as Pick 57, was printed by Thomas De La Rue & Company Limited, known for their high-quality security printing.