Uruguay Banknotes Catalog
The history of banknotes in Uruguay is a fascinating journey through the country's economic and cultural evolution. From the first issues to the current banknotes, Uruguayan banknotes reflect important changes and national events.
Current banknotes in circulation
Current Uruguayan banknotes belong to the series issued as of 2015. This series includes denominations of 20, 50, 100, 100, 200, 500, 1000 and 2000 Uruguayan pesos. Each banknote pays tribute to outstanding figures of the country's history and culture, such as José Gervasio Artigas on the 2000 peso note and Juana de Ibarbourou on the 1000 peso note. These banknotes are characterized by their advanced security measures and modern design that incorporates elements representative of the national identity.
Historic banknotes and milestones in Uruguayan notafilia
Among Uruguay's most significant historical banknotes are those issued during the 19th century, such as those of the Banco Comercial and the Banco de la República Oriental del Uruguay. An important milestone was the introduction of the Uruguayan peso in 1993, which replaced the new peso and marked a new era in the national currency. Another highlight was the issuance of the Bicentennial commemorative banknote in 2011, which celebrated 200 years of the Uruguayan emancipation process and became a coveted piece by collectors.
| Country | Uruguay |
| Flag | |
| Coin | Peso |
| Continent | America Sur |
| Capital city | Montevideo |
| ISO2 | UY |
| ISO3 | URY |
| Catalogued banknotes | 128 |
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Valuable banknotes
The most valuable Uruguay banknotes sought after by collectors are the following:
Banknote Catalog
50 Centésimos
1 Peso
5 Pesos
10 Pesos
50 Pesos
100 Pesos
500 Pesos
1 Peso
5 Pesos
10 Pesos
100 Pesos
500 Pesos
20 Centésimos
100 Pesos
1 Peso Constitution Centennial
5 Pesos Constitution Centennial
10 Pesos Constitution Centennial
50 Centésimos
1 Peso
5 Pesos
