1958 Cuba 50 Pesos Banknote – Calixto García – Banco Nacional de Cuba – P-81b

An original 1958 Republic of Cuba 50 Pesos banknote issued by the Banco Nacional de Cuba, featuring a finely engraved portrait of Cuban independence leader Calixto García Iñíguez.

Printed by the American Bank Note Company, this historic pre-Revolution-era Cuban note features black engraving over a yellow-toned background with distinctive red serial numbers. The reverse displays the Cuban national coat of arms surrounded by an ornate orange and yellow design. This 1958 issue with red serial numbers is cataloged as Pick P-81b.

Details:
• Country: Cuba
• Issuer: Banco Nacional de Cuba
• Year/Series: 1958
• Denomination: 50 Pesos
• Portrait: Calixto García Iñíguez
• Serial Number: B397360A
• Catalog Reference: Pick P-81b
• Printer: American Bank Note Company
• Material: Paper
• Approximate size: 157 × 66 mm

Condition: This original banknote is in circulated vintage condition with visible age toning, handling wear, folds/creases and scattered discoloration consistent with its age and circulation. The note remains complete, with strong printed details, clearly legible serial numbers and an attractive overall appearance. No professional numerical grade is being assigned. Please examine the photographs carefully, as they show the exact banknote offered for sale and form an important part of the condition description.

An attractive piece of pre-1959 Cuban monetary history and an excellent addition to a collection of Cuban currency, Latin American banknotes, historical paper money or Cuban memorabilia.