2 colones 1934 — Costa Rica ( Pick: 159 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 2 colones issued in Costa Rica in 1934. It is cataloged under Pick number 159. The paper note features a dark brown color on a blue and red underprint, with a dark blue reverse.
This banknote measures 185 x 77 mm. It is signed by the Minister of Finance and the Director. A total of 50,000 pieces were produced by Waterlow & Sons Limited, London.
Costa Rica's economy faced notable challenges during the early 1930s due to the global financial crisis.
This banknote measures 185 x 77 mm. It is signed by the Minister of Finance and the Director. A total of 50,000 pieces were produced by Waterlow & Sons Limited, London.
Costa Rica's economy faced notable challenges during the early 1930s due to the global financial crisis.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Minister of Finance, Director
- Date of issue
- August 5, 1936
- Printing office
- Waterlow & Sons Limited, London
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Dark brown on blue and red underprint; dark blue reverse
- Dimensions
- 185 x 77 mm
- Amount produced
- 50,000
- Pick catalog
- 159
About this banknote
The Banco Internacional de Costa Rica issued the 2 colones note in 1934. This series was introduced to consolidate Costa Rica's currency system and facilitate trade. The notes were printed by Waterlow & Sons Limited in London, renowned for their high-quality banknote production.
The front side of the note features a central motif with an artistic reproduction, along with ornate designs and the denomination prominently displayed. The reverse side depicts an agricultural scene with a farmer, an ox cart, and landscape motifs. With a limited production of 50,000 notes, this edition is a historical collector's item.
