20 centavos 1887 — Uruguay ( Pick: A88 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 centavos issued in Uruguay in 1887. It is cataloged under Pick number A88. The banknote features a design printed in black on a pink underprint with a green back.
The printing office for this note is Waterlow & Sons Limited, based in the United Kingdom. It is made of paper.
Uruguay experienced economic growth in the late 19th century, which influenced its currency issuance practices.
The printing office for this note is Waterlow & Sons Limited, based in the United Kingdom. It is made of paper.
Uruguay experienced economic growth in the late 19th century, which influenced its currency issuance practices.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- August 25, 1887
- Printing office
- Waterlow & Sons Limited, United Kingdom
- Colour
- Black on pink underprint; green back
- Pick catalog
- A88
About this banknote
The Banco Nacional de la República Oriental del Uruguay issued this 20 centesimos banknote in 1887. This series was introduced following the monetary reform authorized by the law of June 23, 1862. The reform aimed to stabilize and standardize Uruguay's currency system.
The front side of the note features black engraving on a pink underprint, highlighting classic motifs and inscriptions denoting the denomination. The central vignette illustrates a seated figure. The back side displays intricate green designs with the bank's name prominently featured. The note, printed by Waterlow & Sons Limited in the United Kingdom, bears the Pick catalogue number A88.
