2 pesos 1948 — Colombia ( Pick: 390 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Colombia, dated 1948, carries a denomination of 2 pesos. It features design elements associated with the 1940 Issue and the 1941 and 1942 Pesos Oro Issues, spanning from 1942 to 1955. The front displays a portrait of Torres, resembling banknote #372.
The note is cataloged under Pick number 390. It is characterized by a color scheme of brown and cream. The reverse side includes the title "CAJERO" and a signature, further detailing its specific design. These facts classify it within a defined group of banknotes within the structured catalog entry.
The note is cataloged under Pick number 390. It is characterized by a color scheme of brown and cream. The reverse side includes the title "CAJERO" and a signature, further detailing its specific design. These facts classify it within a defined group of banknotes within the structured catalog entry.
Specifications
- Colour
- Brown and cream
- Pick catalog
- 390
About this banknote
The Banco de la República issued the 2 Pesos Oro banknote (Pick 390) between 1942 and 1955, with specific issues dated July 20, 1942; July 20, 1943; July 20, 1944; January 1, 1945; August 7, 1947; January 1, 1950; and January 1, 1955. This series was introduced to standardize the national currency during a period of economic development.
The front of the banknote features a portrait of Camilo Torres Tenorio, a prominent figure in Colombia's independence movement. The back displays the head of Lady Liberty within the bank's seal. Printed by the American Bank Note Company, the note measures 141 x 70 mm and is composed of paper.
