2 lempira 1997 — Honduras ( Pick: 80 )

Region: North America

Front side

Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 2 lempira issued in Honduras in 1997. It is cataloged under Pick number 80.

The note features a multicolor underprint with a dominant purple tone. The dimensions of the banknote are 156 x 67 mm. It bears the signatures of Hugo Noé Pino, Jesus Ernesto Anariba, and Juan F. Ferrera. The printing of this banknote was conducted by De La Rue in London.

At the time of issue, Honduras was transitioning towards economic reforms aimed at stabilizing the national currency.

Specifications

Signed by: Hugo Noé Pino, Jesus Ernesto Anariba, Juan F. Ferrera
Date of issue: September 18, 1997
Printing office: De La Rue, London
Colour: Purple on multicolor underprint
Dimensions: 156 x 67 mm
Pick catalog: 80

About this banknote

The Banco Central de Honduras issued this 2 lempira banknote in 1997. This issue was part of ongoing efforts by the bank to update and maintain the currency with modern security features. The note was printed by De La Rue, a prominent security printing company based in London.

The front side of the banknote features a portrait of Marco Aurelio Soto, a significant historical figure in Honduras. The back side depicts Isla del Tigre and the port city of Amapala, an important location inaugurated during Soto's government. The note is predominantly purple with a multicolor underprint and measures 156 x 67 mm.