100 pesos 1897 — Argentina ( Pick: 247b )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Argentina, dated 1897, carries a denomination of 100 pesos. The note features a design associated with the 1908-1923 issue, distinguished by a blue and cream color scheme. The front side displays Liberty (Progreso) holding a torch on the left, along with the RA monogram at the upper left. The dimensions of the note are 180x88mm, and it includes an eight-digit serial number.
This variant is cataloged under Pick number 247b. The back is olive-colored, and the watermark is identified as B, corresponding to the ND series from 1926-1932. The classification is based on the documented features and design elements recorded in the catalog.
This variant is cataloged under Pick number 247b. The back is olive-colored, and the watermark is identified as B, corresponding to the ND series from 1926-1932. The classification is based on the documented features and design elements recorded in the catalog.
Specifications
- Signed by
- José A. Areco (Trustee), Plácido Marín (President, Currency Board), José Benitez (Trustee), Rafael Peró (President, Currency Board)
- Date of issue
- January 1, 1895
- Printing office
- South American Bank Note Company, Buenos Aires, Argentina
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Blue and cream
- Dimensions
- 190 x 94 mm
- Pick catalog
- 247b
About this banknote
The Casa de Moneda, Argentina's national mint, issued the 100 pesos banknote in 1897. This series was introduced as part of the monetary reforms to stabilize and unify Argentina’s currency during the late 19th century. The note features specific elements that reflect its introduction over several decades, despite the changes in fiscal policies over time.
The front of the note is designed with Liberty, known as "Progreso," holding a torch on the left side and includes an RA monogram at the upper left. It features an eight-digit serial number. Printed in blue with an aqua underprint, this note measures 180x88mm, and the variant b is identified by a watermark "B" from the ND (1926-1932) series B, with various signature variations.
