20 pesos 1975 — Colombia ( Pick: 409c )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Colombia, dated 1975, carries a denomination of 20 pesos. It features a color scheme of brown and olive, with designs that reference the 1959-1960 Pesos Oro Issue, the 1961-1964 Issue, and the 1966-1968 Issue, characterized by a multicolor underprint of brown, gray, and green.
It is cataloged under Pick number 409c. This variant lacks a security thread and includes the dates 20.7.1974, 20.7.1975, and 20.7.1977 in its design. The front design is based on Balsa Muisca from the Gold Museum, placing it within a defined grouping of recorded banknotes.
It is cataloged under Pick number 409c. This variant lacks a security thread and includes the dates 20.7.1974, 20.7.1975, and 20.7.1977 in its design. The front design is based on Balsa Muisca from the Gold Museum, placing it within a defined grouping of recorded banknotes.
Specifications
- Colour
- Brown and olive
- Pick catalog
- 409c
About this banknote
The Banco de la República issued the 20 Pesos Oro banknote on July 20, 1975, as part of the 1966-1983 series. This series was introduced to standardize Colombia's currency during a period of economic development.
The front of the banknote features a portrait of Francisco José de Caldas, a prominent Colombian scientist and military leader, accompanied by a globe. The reverse showcases the Balsa Muisca, a pre-Columbian gold artifact from the Gold Museum. This variant, cataloged as Pick 409c, measures 140 x 70 mm and lacks a security thread.
