50 centavos 1947 — Argentina ( Pick: 256 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Argentina, dated 1947, carries a denomination of 50 centavos. It features a color scheme of blue and cream, with the front design displaying the Banco Central designation above the signatures at the bottom. The note includes L.1947 (1948-1950) and depicts Liberty (Progreso) holding a torch on the left side. It has two signature varieties and is cataloged under Pick number 256.
The banknote is classified within a defined grouping of the recorded issue. The details of its design and production indicate it was printed by CMN, which determines its placement in the catalog.
The banknote is classified within a defined grouping of the recorded issue. The details of its design and production indicate it was printed by CMN, which determines its placement in the catalog.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Ernesto H. Carreras, Domingo O. Maroglio
- Date of issue
- 1948-1950
- Printing office
- Casa de Moneda de la Nación
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Blue and cream
- Dimensions
- 115 x 64 mm
- Pick catalog
- 256
About this banknote
The issuing authority for this banknote is the Banco Central de la República Argentina. The series, although not specifically named, was introduced in 1947. This release occurred during a period of economic restructuring in post-World War II Argentina, which saw the introduction of various banknote series.
The front side design of the 50 centavos note features the representation of Liberty, also known as Progreso, holding a torch on the left. The note includes the "Banco Central" designation above the signatures, with signatures available in two varieties. It was printed by Casa de Moneda de la Nación (CMN) and is colored in blue and cream. The denomination also includes a specification indicating "L.1947" from the period 1948-1950.
