20 bolivars 1979 — Venezuela ( Pick: 51 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 bolivars issued in Venezuela in 1979. It is cataloged under Pick number 51. The front design features a purple on green and lilac underprint, showcasing a portrait of Antonio Jose de Sucre at the right, with a 7-digit serial number. The back displays the Monument to the Battle of Carabobo, with printing credited to the American Bank Note Company.
This banknote has dimensions of 156 x 69 mm and is printed on paper. It is signed by Benito Raul Losada. The amount produced is very scarce, indicating limited availability.
The purple on green and lilac underprint design style aligns with the 1971-79 issue. The American Bank Note Company was known for producing various banknotes during this period.
This banknote has dimensions of 156 x 69 mm and is printed on paper. It is signed by Benito Raul Losada. The amount produced is very scarce, indicating limited availability.
The purple on green and lilac underprint design style aligns with the 1971-79 issue. The American Bank Note Company was known for producing various banknotes during this period.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Benito Raul Losada
- Date of issue
- September 18, 1979
- Printing office
- American Bank Note Company
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Purple on green and lilac underprint
- Dimensions
- 156 x 69 mm
- Amount produced
- Very scarce
- Pick catalog
- 51
About this banknote
The "Banco Central de Venezuela" issued this series in 1979. This banknote issue came at a time when Venezuela was aligning its currency designs with national historical figures and events, involving expert engraving by the American Bank Note Company. The note's uniqueness and scarcity are attributed to the limited production run.
The front side of Pick number 51 features Antonio José de Sucre with a distinct purple on green and lilac underprint. The reverse side displays the Monument to the Battle of Carabobo. The note is signed by Benito Raul Losada and measures 156 x 69 mm. It is noted for its rarity, making it a valued item among collectors.
