5 pounds 1999 — Scotland ( Pick: 352 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 pounds issued in Scotland in 1999. It is recorded under Pick number 352. The note features a blue and black color scheme and measures 134 x 69 mm.
This note is signed by Mathewson, the Group Chief Executive, and was printed by Thomas de la Rue in London.
Scotland's currency system experienced significant changes, particularly with banknotes issued in the late 20th century.
This note is signed by Mathewson, the Group Chief Executive, and was printed by Thomas de la Rue in London.
Scotland's currency system experienced significant changes, particularly with banknotes issued in the late 20th century.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Mathewson (Group Chief Executive)
- Date of issue
- 30 March 1999
- Printing office
- Thomas de la Rue, London
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Blue and black
- Dimensions
- 134 x 69 mm
- Pick catalog
- 352
About this banknote
The Northern Bank issued this 5-pound note in 1999. It was created under their unique currency rights in Northern Ireland. This series was part of a modernization effort, incorporating contemporary security features and updated designs to address the evolving demands in banking technology.
The front side features the Northern Bank logo and is inscribed "Promises to pay the bearer on demand." The reverse side displays a design with a space shuttle overlaying a globe, highlighting technological themes. Printed by Thomas de la Rue, the note bears the signature of Mathewson, the Group Chief Executive at the time.