5 pounds 1943 — Scotland ( Pick: S817 )
Banknote description
It is identified under Pick number S817. The combination of its denomination and year categorizes it within documented banknotes.
Specifications
- Pick catalog
- S817
About this banknote
**About this banknote**
The Union Bank of Scotland Limited issued this 5-pound banknote in 1943. This series was introduced during a period when many banks in Scotland were updating their currency designs. The Union Bank of Scotland operated as a key financial institution in the region before its eventual merger with the Bank of Scotland in 1955.
The front side design features intricate patterns with the bank's name prominently displayed, along with figures depicting heraldic symbols. It includes the printed signatures of the bank's General Manager and Cashier. The back side showcases an ornate decorative motif with the denomination "5" in the center. This note is cataloged as Pick S817, indicating its specific entry in numismatic references.
