5000 lira 1971 — Italy ( Pick: 102 )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5000 lira issued in Italy in 1971. It is cataloged under Pick number 102.
The front side features a mythical seahorse at the center, with Columbus depicted to the right. The design employs olive, blue, and brown colors on a light olive underprint and includes a Type C seal. The back side displays three sailing ships associated with Columbus, positioned at the left center.
The note is signed by Carli and Lombardo and produced by the Banca d'Italia. It measures 141 x 70 mm. The Banca d'Italia was established in 1893 and has undergone various developments in currency issuance over the years.
The front side features a mythical seahorse at the center, with Columbus depicted to the right. The design employs olive, blue, and brown colors on a light olive underprint and includes a Type C seal. The back side displays three sailing ships associated with Columbus, positioned at the left center.
The note is signed by Carli and Lombardo and produced by the Banca d'Italia. It measures 141 x 70 mm. The Banca d'Italia was established in 1893 and has undergone various developments in currency issuance over the years.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Carli and Lombardo
- Date of issue
- May 20, 1971
- Printing office
- Banca d'Italia
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Olive, blue and brown on light olive underprint
- Dimensions
- 141 x 70 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 102
About this banknote
The Banca d'Italia issued the 5000 lira banknote in 1971. This series was introduced as part of Italy's effort to update its circulating currency. The banknote features signatures from Guido Carli and Josip Lombardo, key figures in Italian monetary policy during that time.
The front of the banknote displays a mythical seahorse at the center and Christopher Columbus to the right, accompanied by Type C seals. The reverse side showcases three of Columbus's sailing ships at the left center. Notably, this banknote is identified by Pick number 102 and is printed on paper, measuring 141 x 70 mm.
