50 centesimos 1887 — Uruguay ( Pick: A89 )
Region:
South America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 50 centesimos issued in Uruguay in 1887. It is cataloged under Pick number A89. The note features a design in black on a yellow underprint, with a brown back. The dimensions of the banknote are 137 x 62 mm.
This note is printed on paper by Waterlow & Sons Limited, London, England.
The 50 centesimos denomination reflects the currency issued by Uruguay in the late 19th century.
This note is printed on paper by Waterlow & Sons Limited, London, England.
The 50 centesimos denomination reflects the currency issued by Uruguay in the late 19th century.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- August 25, 1887
- Printing office
- Waterlow & Sons Limited, London, England
- Colour
- Black on yellow underprint; brown back
- Dimensions
- 137 x 62 mm
- Pick catalog
- A89
About this banknote
The Banco Nacional de la República Oriental del Uruguay issued this 50 centésimos banknote in 1887. This series was released to facilitate transactions during a period of monetary reform in Uruguay. The notes were printed by Waterlow & Sons Limited, a renowned printing company based in London, England.
The front of the banknote features an allegorical figure, with intricate detailing surrounding the central motif, including the national emblem of Uruguay. The note is black on a yellow underprint with signatures and inscriptions, and the reverse side is designed in brown with elaborate geometric patterns. This banknote is catalogued as Pick number A89.
