5 pounds 1990 — Guernsey ( Pick: 53A )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 pounds issued in Guernsey in 1990. It is cataloged under Pick number 53A.
The note features a red-orange, orange, and violet color scheme on a multicolor underprint. The dimensions of the banknote are 150 x 80 mm.
It was printed by TDLR. Guernsey has issued various denominations as part of its currency, reflecting its unique status as a British Crown Dependency.
The note features a red-orange, orange, and violet color scheme on a multicolor underprint. The dimensions of the banknote are 150 x 80 mm.
It was printed by TDLR. Guernsey has issued various denominations as part of its currency, reflecting its unique status as a British Crown Dependency.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Not specified
- Date of issue
- 1.5.1990
- Printing office
- TDLR
- Paper
- Not specified
- Colour
- Red-orange, orange and violet on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 150 x 80 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 53A
About this banknote
The States of Guernsey issued this 5-pound banknote in 1990. The series was introduced to update currency designs and improve security features during this period. The banknotes were printed by Thomas De La Rue, a prominent printing company known for producing secure and high-quality currency.
The front side of the banknote features a view of Castle Cornet with intricate scrollwork and the denomination prominently displayed. The back side showcases a portrait of Thomas De La Rue, the Guernsey-born printer, alongside an image of his 1851 envelope-making machine. This note is classified under Pick number 53A.
