20 centesimos 1918 — Uruguay ( Pick: 14 )
Banknote description
The printing of this banknote was conducted by Casa de Moneda in Argentina.
In 1918, Uruguay was navigating post-World War I economic challenges, which influenced its monetary policies.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1918
- Printing office
- Casa de Moneda, Argentina
- Colour
- Blue and brown
- Dimensions
- 138 x 70 mm
- Pick catalog
- 14
About this banknote
The Banco de la República Oriental del Uruguay issued this series of banknotes in 1918. The introduction of this series was part of Uruguay's broader efforts to stabilize its currency following periods of economic fluctuation. These provisional notes were printed by the Casa de Moneda in Argentina to meet immediate currency needs.
The front side of the note features a portrait of a national figure, prominently positioned in the left oval. Inscriptions indicate the denomination as "VEINTE CENTESIMOS" overprinted on a repurposed one peso note, as part of the provisional series. The back side displays intricate designs and the national emblem, featuring overprinted text marking its value. It carries the Pick number 14, denoting its specific classification in numismatic catalogs.
