Description
The 1957 50 Cincuenta Pesos banknote from Banco Central de Chile is a significant piece of Chilean currency history. This note was part of the series issued between 1958 and 1959, featuring a portrait of Aníbal Pinto, a notable Chilean politician and former president. Numista
Design and Features:
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Front: The obverse side showcases a green design with a portrait of Aníbal Pinto on the right. The note includes the denomination “50 CINCO CONDORES” at the top left and “CINCUENTA PESOS” at the center. It also bears the inscriptions “BANCO CENTRAL DE CHILE” and “CONVERTIBLES EN ORO CONFORME A LA LEY.” The signatures of the bank’s president and general manager are present at the bottom. Corte Suprema Justicia+2Numista+2Numista+2
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Back: The reverse side is green with a multicolor underprint, featuring the bank’s seal at the center. The denomination “50 PESOS” appears at the top left and right corners, with “BANCO CENTRAL DE CHILE” inscribed at the bottom. Numista
Collectibility and Value:
The value of this banknote varies based on its condition, rarity, and demand among collectors.
