20 colones 1965 — Costa Rica ( Pick: 231 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Costa Rica, dated 1965, carries a denomination of 20 colones. It features a combination of brown and cream colors.
It is identified in the catalog by Pick number 231. The denomination, year, and color details are specified for this banknote.
It is identified in the catalog by Pick number 231. The denomination, year, and color details are specified for this banknote.
Specifications
- Colour
- Brown and cream
- Pick catalog
- 231
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Costa Rica issued this series in 1965. This 20 colones banknote is part of the country's effort to modernize its currency during a period of economic development. It was released as part of a broader set of notes aimed at enhancing the security and quality of Costa Rica's paper money.
The front of the note features a portrait of Clodomiro Picado, a prominent Costa Rican scientist. The back depicts the Faculty of Education at the University City Rodrigo Facio, capturing an aspect of Costa Rica's educational infrastructure. This note, identified as Pick 231, was printed by Thomas De La Rue & Company Limited.
