5 guaranies 1943 — Paraguay ( Pick: 179 )

Region: South America

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 5 guaranies issued in Paraguay in 1943. It is cataloged under Pick number 179. The dimensions of the note are 122 x 64 mm, printed on paper. The note features blue on a pink underprint, with red on the reverse side. It has two signature varieties and was printed by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom.

The note displays specific design elements that characterize its issue, including the color scheme and the printing details.

Paraguayan banknotes from this period were produced during a time of economic transitions following the Chaco War, which ended in 1935.

Specifications

Signed by: Two signature varieties
Date of issue: October 5, 1943
Printing office: De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
Paper: Paper
Colour: Blue on pink underprint; red on reverse
Dimensions: 122 x 64 mm
Pick catalog: 179

About this banknote

The Banco del Paraguay issued this 5 guaranies banknote in 1943. This series was introduced as part of Paraguay's effort to establish the guarani as the country's official currency, replacing the peso, following the monetary reform of 1943.

The front side of the banknote features a portrait of a historical figure, framed by floral designs and the denomination. The reverse side depicts a prominent government building, with "REPÚBLICA DEL PARAGUAY" inscribed above. Printed by De La Rue in London, this note measures 122 x 64 mm.