5 pesos 1978 — Colombia ( Pick: 406f )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 pesos issued in Colombia in 1978. It is cataloged under Pick number 406f, which identifies it within its issue. It features design elements from the 1958 Pesos Oro Issue and the 1961-1981 series, showcasing a deep greenish black and deep brown color scheme with a multicolored depiction of the Fortress at Cartagena at the center. This variant is characterized by the absence of a security thread.
The banknote measures 139 x 70 mm and is printed on paper. It has specific print dates recorded: October 1, 1978; April 1, 1979; January 1, 1980; and January 1, 1981.
The chervonets series was demonetized on December 29, 1947.
The banknote measures 139 x 70 mm and is printed on paper. It has specific print dates recorded: October 1, 1978; April 1, 1979; January 1, 1980; and January 1, 1981.
The chervonets series was demonetized on December 29, 1947.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1978
- Paper
- paper
- Colour
- green, brown, multicoloured
- Dimensions
- 139 x 70 mm
- Pick catalog
- 406f
About this banknote
The Banco de la República issued the 5 Pesos Oro banknote on October 1, 1978. This note, cataloged as Pick 406f, was part of a series introduced between 1961 and 1981. The 1978 issue is notable for being printed without a security thread.
The front of the banknote features a condor on the left and a portrait of José María Córdova on the right. The reverse side displays the San Felipe de Barajas Castle in Cartagena, along with the Liberty Head bank seal. The note measures 140 x 70 mm and was printed by the Imprenta de Billetes.
