5 pounds 1956 — Scotland ( Pick: 101 )

Region: Europe

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 5 pounds issued in Scotland in 1956. It is cataloged under Pick number 101. Its dimensions are 210 x 127 mm, and it features a combination of blue, red, and yellow colors. The note is printed on paper and bears the signatures of John Craig and W. Watson.

The printing office for this note is Waterlow & Sons Limited, which operated from 1810 to 1961 in the United Kingdom.

The 5 pounds note is characterized by its distinctive color combination and paper construction.

Specifications

Signed by: John Craig (Governor), W. Watson (Treasurer)
Date of issue: 1956
Printing office: Waterlow & Sons Limited, United Kingdom (1810-1961)
Paper: Paper
Colour: Blue, red and yellow
Dimensions: 210 x 127 mm
Pick catalog: 101

About this banknote

The Royal Bank of Scotland issued this 5-pound banknote in 1956. This series was introduced to maintain trust and facilitate transactions within the regional economy. The notes were printed by Waterlow & Sons Limited, a prominent printing office in the United Kingdom active from 1810 to 1961.

The front side design features ornate patterns with the denomination "FIVE POUNDS" prominently displayed across the center. The note bears signatures from John Craig, the Governor, and W. Watson, the Treasurer. This note is cataloged as Pick number 101 and is characterized by its blue, red, and yellow color scheme.