50000 lira 1986 — Italy ( Pick: 113a )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Italy, dated 1986, carries a denomination of 50000 lira. It features a color scheme of brown and cream and is classified under Pick number 113a. The front side design is marked as Variant a, showcasing the signatures of Ciampi and Stevani dated 15.03.1984, 28.10.1985, and 1.12.1986.
The combination of its denomination, year, and catalog reference places this banknote within a documented grouping. The available facts establish its placement in the catalog, aligning it with other banknotes from this issue.
The combination of its denomination, year, and catalog reference places this banknote within a documented grouping. The available facts establish its placement in the catalog, aligning it with other banknotes from this issue.
Specifications
- Colour
- Brown and cream
- Pick catalog
- 113a
About this banknote
The Banca d'Italia issued the 50,000 lire banknote series in 1984, with subsequent printings dated February 6, 1984; December 5, 1984; October 28, 1985; and December 1, 1986. This series was introduced during a period of high inflation, necessitating higher denomination banknotes to maintain transactional efficiency.
The front of the banknote features a self-portrait of Gian Lorenzo Bernini on the right and a figurine at the center. The back displays Bernini's equestrian statue of Emperor Constantine at left center. The watermark includes Bernini's portrait and the "BI" monogram. The banknote measures 149 x 70 mm and was printed by the Bank of Italy Printing Works.
