KOGUJA Banknotes Catalog

5 bolivars 1989 — Venezuela ( Pick: 70 )

Region: South America
Front side
5 bolivars Venezuela 1989 — Front side
Back side
5 bolivars Venezuela 1989 — Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 5 bolivars issued in Venezuela in 1989. It is listed under Pick number 70 and features a red design on a multicolor underprint. The front side includes the date 21.9.1989 and is lithographed, similar to issue #50, but lacks the text "CARACAS" from the upper center beneath the bank title. The back design also mirrors #50, missing "CARACAS" from the upper center beneath bank WLWOH, with a printer notation reading "7'/5 without LPSULQW."

This paper note measures 156 x 69 mm. It was produced by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom, with a total production amount of 602,000,000 units. The color scheme is predominantly red and green, with the serial number and signatures printed in green.

In 1989, Venezuela underwent significant economic fluctuations, including shifts in its monetary policy. The production figures for this note reflect the extensive output during a period of high inflation and currency adjustments.

Specifications

Signed by
Not specified
Date of issue
September 21, 1989
Printing office
De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
Paper
Paper
Colour
Red on multicolor underprint
Dimensions
156 x 69 mm
Amount produced
602,000,000
Pick catalog
70

About this banknote

The "Banco Central de Venezuela" issued this series in 1989. This series was introduced to update design features from previous issues, with specific changes to the layout, such as removals from the upper center beneath the bank title.

The front side of this 5 bolivars note features a red on multicolor underprint design, similar to Pick number 50 but without "CARACAS" beneath the bank title. Printed by De La Rue in London, 602,000,000 notes were produced. The back design also resembles #50, with specific alterations and fluorescent fibers.

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