50 pesos 1976 — Argentina ( Pick: 301 )

Region: South America

Front side

Back side

Banknote description

This banknote from Argentina, dated 1976, carries a denomination of 50 pesos. It is associated with the 1976-1983 ND issue and features a design displaying General José de San Martin at the right against a black and multicolor underprint. The note includes two signature varieties.

It is classified under Pick number 301. The back design showcases hot springs at Jujuy at the center. Additional details include a watermark of Arms and an engraved or lithographed back. The combination of its design elements and catalog reference places this banknote within the documented group of banknotes for this timeframe.

Specifications

Signed by: Enrique J. Porta, Adolfo Diz, Alberto J. Camps
Date of issue: 1976-1978
Printing office: Casa de Moneda de la Nación
Paper: Paper
Colour: Black and cream
Dimensions: 155 x 75 mm
Pick catalog: 301

About this banknote

The Central Bank of the Argentine Republic (Banco Central de la República Argentina) issued the 50 pesos banknote (Pick 301) between 1976 and 1978. This series was introduced during a period of economic transition, replacing earlier notes that included legal authorizations on their face.

The obverse features a portrait of General José de San Martín on the right, accompanied by oak and olive branches. The reverse depicts the Las Termas de Reyes (Hot Springs of Kings) hotel in Jujuy. The banknote measures 155 x 75 mm and was printed by Casa de Moneda de la Nación. It was demonetized on April 1, 1982.