The banknote in the image is a 500 Cruzados note from Brazil, issued by the Banco Central do Brasil. The "Cruzado" currency was used in Brazil for a short period between 1986 and 1989 as part of an economic reform to control inflation.
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Description of the 500 Cruzados Banknote (Brazil) |
Denomination: 500 Cruzados |
Country: Brazil |
Issuer: Banco Central do Brasil |
Year of Issue: Around 1986-1989 |
Design Features: |
Portrait: Heitor Villa-Lobos, a renowned Brazilian composer and conductor known for his contributions to classical and folk music in Brazil. |
Background Elements: Depicts Brazilian nature, including the Victoria Amazonica (giant water lily), a characteristic plant of the country. |
Unique Serial Number and signatures of central bank officials. |
Security Features typical of banknotes from that period, such as a watermark and special printing elements. |