5 piastres 1875 — Haiti ( Pick: 70 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 piastres issued in Haiti in 1875. It is cataloged under Pick number 70. The dimensions of the note are 191 x 83 mm, and it features a color scheme of black on a pale pink and green underprint. It is printed on paper and is signed by Michel Domingue, produced by the American Bank Note Company.
The design details are not specified; however, the color scheme and printing information are relevant for the identification of this banknote. The combination of colors and the printing office adds to the characteristics unique to this note.
The specifics of the amount produced have not been documented. In 1875, Haiti was experiencing various political changes, which later influenced the monetary policies of the country.
The design details are not specified; however, the color scheme and printing information are relevant for the identification of this banknote. The combination of colors and the printing office adds to the characteristics unique to this note.
The specifics of the amount produced have not been documented. In 1875, Haiti was experiencing various political changes, which later influenced the monetary policies of the country.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Michel Domingue
- Date of issue
- September 1875
- Printing office
- American Bank Note Company
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Black on pale pink and green underprint
- Dimensions
- 191 x 83 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 70
About this banknote
The Banque Nationale d'Haïti issued this 5 piastres banknote in 1875. This series was introduced during the presidency of Michel Domingue, who sought to stabilize Haiti’s economy by issuing new banknotes designed and printed by the American Bank Note Company.
The front side features a portrait of Michel Domingue, with detailed engravings of artillery and ships, symbolizing strength. The reverse side displays ornate patterns and a central "5" in red. This banknote is cataloged as Pick 70 and was printed on paper measuring 191 x 83 mm, with no specified production quantity.
