5 cordobas 1972 — Nicaragua ( Pick: 122 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 cordobas issued in Nicaragua in 1972. It is cataloged under Pick number 122.
This note features a dark grey color on a multicolor underprint and is printed on paper. It measures 156 x 68 mm. Specific design elements of the front and back sides are not provided.
Nicaragua faced various economic challenges during the 1970s, impacting currency design and issuance.
This note features a dark grey color on a multicolor underprint and is printed on paper. It measures 156 x 68 mm. Specific design elements of the front and back sides are not provided.
Nicaragua faced various economic challenges during the 1970s, impacting currency design and issuance.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- April 20, 1972
- Colour
- Dark grey on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 156 x 68 mm
- Pick catalog
- 122
About this banknote
The "Banco Central de Nicaragua" issued the 5 córdobas banknote in 1972. This series was introduced following Executive Decree No. 73-MEIC on April 27, 1972, to update and diversify the currency circulating in Nicaragua at that time.
The front side features a depiction of Cacique Nicarao, a prominent native leader. The back side illustrates a market scene with various produce and baskets, labeled "Vivandera.” This banknote was printed by Thomas De La Rue & Company, Limited, measuring 156 x 68 mm with a color scheme of dark grey on a multicolor underprint.
