2000 escudos 1997 — Portugal ( Pick: 189 )
Banknote description
This banknote is classified within a structured catalog entry. Its catalog reference and documented characteristics place it among the banknotes of its issue. The printing office responsible for this note is the Banco de Portugal.
No additional details regarding the amount produced are specified. The Portuguese currency underwent significant changes as the country prepared for the adoption of the euro in 2002.
Specifications
- Signed by
- António José Fernandes de Sousa, Bernardino Manuel da Costa Pereira
- Date of issue
- July 31, 1997
- Printing office
- Banco de Portugal
- Paper
- Cotton
- Colour
- Blue-violet and deep blue-green on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 150 x 70 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 189
About this banknote
The 2000 escudos banknote was issued by the Banco de Portugal in 1997. This series was introduced as part of updates to the country's currency, continuing to showcase important Portuguese historical figures and themes. The issuance followed the standardization of higher denomination notes in the late 20th century to accommodate economic needs.
The front side design features a portrait of a notable historical figure, accompanied by intricate geometric patterns and inscriptions. The reverse side shows a sailing ship, symbolizing Portugal's maritime heritage, along with a compass rose and a quotation from "Os Lusíadas" by Camões. This banknote, identified as Pick 189, displays a combination of blue-violet and deep blue-green hues on a multicolor underprint.
