5 quetzales 1991 — Guatemala ( Pick: 74b )

Region: North America

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 5 quetzales issued in Guatemala in 1991. It is cataloged under Pick number 74b. The note features a design from 1990-92, characterized by a purple color scheme on a multicolor underprint. The front side depicts J. R. Barrios on the right alongside a scene. It measures 156 x 68 mm and is printed by the Canadian Bank Note Company.

This note has a total production amount of 6,600,000. It is signed by Linares, Pira, and Maza. The printing details contribute to the documentation of this specific variant.

The Canadian Bank Note Company produced this banknote, facilitating its circulation in Guatemala during the early 1990s.

Specifications

Signed by: Linares/Pira/Maza
Date of issue: 1991-03-06
Printing office: Canadian Bank Note Company, Canada
Paper: Paper
Colour: Purple on multicolor underprint
Dimensions: 156 x 68 mm
Amount produced: 6600000
Pick catalog: 74b

About this banknote

The Bank of Guatemala issued this series of banknotes, with the 5 quetzales note released in 1991. The series introduction came during a period of economic adjustment in the region. This note was printed by the Canadian Bank Note Company, known for its high-quality currency production.

The front side design features José Rafael Barrios to the right, set against a multicolor underprint, typical of the 1990-92 releases. It measures 156 x 68 mm and is signed by officials Linares, Pira, and Maza. Approximately 6,600,000 of these notes were produced.