100 pesos 1943 — Argentina ( Pick: 267 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Argentina, dated 1943, carries a denomination of 100 pesos. It features a portrait of General San Martin in uniform on the front side, with various signature varieties. The design is associated with the 1952 Commemorative Issue and is presented in brown and cream colors. The reverse displays a depiction of Spanish and Indians.
Cataloged under Pick number 267, this note is classified within a defined group based on its design characteristics. The denomination and year establish its placement among documented banknotes for this specific context.
Cataloged under Pick number 267, this note is classified within a defined group based on its design characteristics. The denomination and year establish its placement among documented banknotes for this specific context.
Specifications
- Paper
- Chalcographic
- Colour
- Brown and cream
- Dimensions
- 162 x 80 mm
- Pick catalog
- 267
About this banknote
The Central Bank of the Argentine Republic issued the 100 pesos banknote (Pick 267) in 1943, with production continuing until 1957. This series was introduced under Law No. 12,155, enacted on March 28, 1935, which established the Central Bank and authorized the issuance of national currency.
The obverse features a brown portrait of General José de San Martín in uniform on the right side. The reverse displays a depiction of Spanish settlers and indigenous people, inspired by José Moreno Carbonero's painting "Segunda Fundación de Buenos Aires" (Second Foundation of Buenos Aires). The banknote measures 162 x 80 mm and lacks a security thread.
