5 colones 1973 — Costa Rica ( Pick: 236 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Costa Rica, dated 1973, carries a denomination of 5 colones. It features a color scheme of green and cream.
It is identified under Pick number 236 in the catalog. The available details categorize it among documented banknotes of that time.
It is identified under Pick number 236 in the catalog. The available details categorize it among documented banknotes of that time.
Specifications
- Colour
- Green and cream
- Pick catalog
- 236
About this banknote
The Banco Central de Costa Rica issued the 5 colones banknote in 1973. This series was part of Costa Rica's ongoing efforts to update its currency designs and improve security features. The introduction of this banknote responded to the need for durable and visually distinct currency in the country's economy.
The front side of the banknote features a portrait of a notable individual alongside a purple orchid, symbolic of Costa Rica's rich flora. The back side showcases a historical scene with workers and a ship, illustrated from the "Alegoría Teatro Nacional" by J. Villa in 1897. The banknote is cataloged as Pick 236 and printed in a combination of green and cream colors.
