5 pesos 1896 — Cuba ( Pick: 48b )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 pesos issued in Cuba in 1896. It is cataloged under Pick number 48b, which identifies it within the issue. Its denomination and year place it among documented banknotes specific to this catalog reference.
The note features a color scheme of yellow, orange, black, and red. It measures 118 x 70 mm and was printed by the American Bank Note Company, New York.
The American Bank Note Company was known for producing various banknotes with intricate designs during this period.
The note features a color scheme of yellow, orange, black, and red. It measures 118 x 70 mm and was printed by the American Bank Note Company, New York.
The American Bank Note Company was known for producing various banknotes with intricate designs during this period.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- May 15, 1896
- Printing office
- American Bank Note Company, New York
- Colour
- yellow, orange, black, red
- Dimensions
- 118 x 70 mm
- Pick catalog
- 48b
About this banknote
The issuing authority for this banknote is El Banco Español de la Isla de Cuba. This series was issued in 1896. These banknotes were introduced during a time when Cuba was under Spanish rule, serving the financial needs of the colony.
The front design features an allegorical figure seated with a backdrop of maritime scenery, accentuated in yellow, orange, black, and red. The back shows an intricate crest of arms. Printed by the American Bank Note Company in New York, this note is cataloged as Pick 48b.
