20 colones 1983 — Costa Rica ( Pick: 238 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 colones issued in Costa Rica in 1983. It is cataloged under Pick number 238 and is made of polymer (Tyvek). The dimensions of the note are 155 x 67 mm. The front side features a brown design on a multicolor underprint and is signed by Carlos Manuel Castillo Morales and Olivier Castro Pérez. The note was printed by the American Banknote Corporation.
This banknote has a recorded production amount of 1,000,000.
The banknote's polymer composition reflects technological advancements in printing during the 1980s.
This banknote has a recorded production amount of 1,000,000.
The banknote's polymer composition reflects technological advancements in printing during the 1980s.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Carlos Manuel Castillo Morales & Olivier Castro Pérez
- Date of issue
- June 28, 1983
- Printing office
- American Banknote Corporation
- Paper
- polymer (Tyvek)
- Colour
- brown on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 155 x 67 mm
- Amount produced
- 1,000,000
- Pick catalog
- 238
About this banknote
The Banco Central de Costa Rica issued this 20 colones banknote in 1983. This series was introduced as part of the country's ongoing efforts to update its currency, reflecting modern design and security features. The production was handled by the American Banknote Corporation, with a total of 1,000,000 notes printed.
The front side of the banknote features a portrait of a distinguished individual alongside an architectural motif. The reverse side depicts an elaborate scene with various figures, suggesting a theme of governance or justice. This banknote, designated as Pick 238, is notable for being printed on polymer (Tyvek) material, providing enhanced durability.