5 sucres 1956 — Ecuador ( Pick: 98 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 sucres issued in Ecuador in 1956. It is cataloged under Pick number 98. This note features a black design on a multicolor underprint, with red on the reverse side. It is printed on paper and measures 155 x 67 mm. The printing office responsible for this banknote is the American Bank Note Company.
The distinctive color scheme includes black on a multicolor underprint and red on the reverse. The note's dimensions and printed features are recorded attributes.
The American Bank Note Company produced various banknotes for Ecuador, reflecting the currency formats of the mid-20th century.
The distinctive color scheme includes black on a multicolor underprint and red on the reverse. The note's dimensions and printed features are recorded attributes.
The American Bank Note Company produced various banknotes for Ecuador, reflecting the currency formats of the mid-20th century.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Not specified
- Date of issue
- 1954-1955
- Printing office
- American Bank Note Company
- Colour
- Black on multicolor underprint; red on reverse
- Dimensions
- 155 x 67 mm
- Pick catalog
- 98
About this banknote
The Banco Central del Ecuador issued the 5 sucres banknote in 1956. This series was part of an effort to standardize currency in Ecuador during a time of economic reform and modernization. The banknote was printed by the American Bank Note Company, a prominent currency printer at the time.
The front side of the banknote features a central portrait of Antonio José de Sucre, a significant historical figure. The back displays the coat of arms of Ecuador, surrounded by intricate patterns. The note is printed on paper and measures 155 x 67 mm, with a black color scheme on a multicolor underprint, and a red reverse side.