500 colones 1985 — Costa Rica ( Pick: 254 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 500 colones issued in Costa Rica in 1985. It is cataloged under Pick number 254.
This note features a color scheme of purple and cream. The dimensions of the banknote are 155 x 68 mm, and it is printed on paper.
Costa Rica issued various banknotes during the mid-1980s, highlighting its artistic and cultural elements.
This note features a color scheme of purple and cream. The dimensions of the banknote are 155 x 68 mm, and it is printed on paper.
Costa Rica issued various banknotes during the mid-1980s, highlighting its artistic and cultural elements.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 20 de March de 1985
- Colour
- Purple and cream
- Dimensions
- 155 x 68 mm
- Pick catalog
- 254
About this banknote
The Banco Central de Costa Rica issued the 500 colones banknote in 1985. This series was introduced as part of Costa Rica's efforts to modernize its currency and improve security features. The note was printed by Thomas De La Rue & Company, a notable security printing company.
The front side of the note features a portrait of Manuel María Gutiérrez, a prominent figure in Costa Rican history. The back side depicts the Teatro Nacional de Costa Rica, an iconic architectural landmark. As Pick 254, this banknote is notable for its intricate design elements, including purple and cream hues, and its dimensions of 155 x 68 mm.
