5 sucres 1973 — Ecuador ( Pick: 113 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 sucres issued in Ecuador in 1973. It is cataloged under Pick number 113.
The color scheme features black ink on a multicolor underprint, and the note is made of paper. Its dimensions are 155 x 66 mm, and it was printed by the American Bank Note Company.
The American Bank Note Company produced banknotes for various countries, including Ecuador, during the early 1970s.
The color scheme features black ink on a multicolor underprint, and the note is made of paper. Its dimensions are 155 x 66 mm, and it was printed by the American Bank Note Company.
The American Bank Note Company produced banknotes for various countries, including Ecuador, during the early 1970s.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Not specified
- Date of issue
- September 3, 1973
- Printing office
- American Bank Note Company
- Colour
- Black on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 155 x 66 mm
- Pick catalog
- 113
About this banknote
The Banco Central del Ecuador issued this 5 sucres note in 1973. This series was introduced as part of the country's ongoing updates to its currency in the early 1970s, reflecting changes in design standards and security features. The note was printed by the American Bank Note Company, known for its detailed banknote engraving and printing services.
The front side of the banknote features a portrait of Antonio José de Sucre, a prominent historical figure. The reverse displays Ecuador's national coat of arms, prominently showing the image of a condor above a sunlit scene. Pick number 113 identifies this specific banknote in numismatic catalogs, making it a notable item for collectors of Ecuadorian currency.
