5 colones 1997 — El Salvador ( Pick: 147a )

Region: North America

Front side

Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 5 colones issued in El Salvador in 1997. It is cataloged under Pick number 147a. The note features a color scheme of black, dark green, and brown on a multicolor underprint. It is printed on paper and has dimensions of 156 x 67 mm. The signatures of the Presidente and Director are present.

The note is produced by De La Rue. Specific details about the number produced are not available.

In 1997, El Salvador was transitioning towards dollarization, which would officially occur in 2001.

Specifications

Signed by: PRESIDENTE and DIRECTOR
Date of issue: April 18, 1997
Printing office: De La Rue
Colour: Black, dark green and brown on multicolor underprint
Dimensions: 156 x 67 mm
Amount produced: Not specified
Pick catalog: 147a

About this banknote

The Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador issued this 5 colones banknote in 1997. This banknote is part of a series introduced as part of the regular monetary issuance by the central bank, reflecting updates to currency design and security features during that period.

The front side features an image of Cristóbal Colón (Christopher Columbus) alongside a depiction of his ships and a map. The reverse side displays the Edificio del Palacio Nacional. The note, printed by De La Rue, measures 156 x 67 mm and is colored in black, dark green, and brown on a multicolor underprint.