20 colones 1906 — Costa Rica ( Pick: S179 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 colones issued in Costa Rica in 1906. It is cataloged under Pick number S179. Its denomination and year place it among documented banknotes of this type.
The note features a color scheme of black and red on a pink underprint, with dark brown on the back. The dimensions of the banknote are 188 x 85 mm. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Waterlow & Sons Limited, United Kingdom.
The banknote's color scheme and printing technique reflect the period's artistic preferences. Costa Rica was implementing various monetary reforms in the early 1900s to stabilize its economy.
The note features a color scheme of black and red on a pink underprint, with dark brown on the back. The dimensions of the banknote are 188 x 85 mm. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Waterlow & Sons Limited, United Kingdom.
The banknote's color scheme and printing technique reflect the period's artistic preferences. Costa Rica was implementing various monetary reforms in the early 1900s to stabilize its economy.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1 January 1906
- Printing office
- Waterlow & Sons Limited, United Kingdom
- Colour
- Black and red on pink underprint; dark brown on back
- Dimensions
- 188 x 85 mm
- Pick catalog
- S179
About this banknote
The "Banco de Costa Rica" issued this 20 colones banknote in 1906. This series was introduced to stabilize the monetary system and facilitate transactions in Costa Rica during the early 20th century. It was printed by Waterlow & Sons Limited in the United Kingdom, known for producing banknotes with high-quality engraving.
The front side of the banknote features a detailed engraving of the statue of Juan Santamaría, a national hero of Costa Rica. The back side illustrates a view of a significant building, framed by intricate patterns. Printed in black and red with a pink underprint, and dark brown on the reverse, this banknote has the Pick number S179 and measures 188 x 85 mm.
