1950 Cuba 100 Pesos Banco Nacional PMG 67 EPQ P-82a F. Aguilera ABNC Pre-Revolution Type Note

1950 Cuba 100 Pesos Banco Nacional PMG 67 EPQ P-82a F. Aguilera ABNC Pre-Revolution Type Note

This impressive 100 pesos issue was released by the Banco Nacional de Cuba with series date 1950 and is cataloged in the Standard Catalog of World Paper Money as Pick 82a. Printed by the renowned American Bank Note Company (ABNC), it carries the red serial number A982280A and is certified and encapsulated by PMG in a secure holder.

Historical significance

The note belongs to the classic pre-revolution monetary series circulating during the early years of the Cuban Republic’s mid-20th-century boom. At that time the Cuban peso was closely linked to the U.S. dollar, and a 100-peso note represented a very high-value piece, used primarily in banking and large commercial transactions. The portrait is F. Aguilera, widely understood to represent Francisco Vicente Aguilera, a leading figure in the Ten Years’ War for Cuban independence from Spain. His inclusion emphasizes the republic’s connection to its 19th-century independence heroes and nation-building narrative.

Design and features

The face of the note is a showcase of ABNC artistry. Aguilera’s finely engraved bust dominates the center within an oval frame surrounded by ornate scrollwork and laurel leaves. The background is a soft rose-lavender tone, overprinted with repeating microtext of the bank’s title. Bold black denomination numerals “100” stand in the top corners, while the word “CIEN” and the large “100 PESOS” counter at right clearly spell out the value. A vivid red star-shaped seal of the Banco Nacional de Cuba plus matching red serial numbers provide strong color contrast and additional security.

On the reverse, deep violet inks frame the coat of arms of the Republic of Cuba at center, encircled by laurel branches and dynamic radiating lines. Large “100 PESOS” counters fill the side panels along with complex guilloché patterns and geometric lathework that discourage counterfeiting. The overall layout balances elegance and clarity, typical of ABNC’s finest Latin American issues.

Remarkable denomination

With a face value of 100 pesos, this was among the highest denominations available to the public in 1950s Cuba. It represented a significant sum of money, making surviving examples tangible reminders of the island’s pre-revolutionary financial structure and its close economic ties to North America.

Catalog and reference

• Standard Catalog of World Paper Money: Pick 82a

• Issuer: Banco Nacional de Cuba

• Denomination: 100 Pesos (Cien Pesos)

• Series date: 1950

• Portrait: F. Aguilera (Francisco Vicente Aguilera)

• Printer: American Bank Note Company (ABNC)

• Serial number: A982280A

Collector’s value

For collectors of Cuban or Latin American paper money, this 1950 100 pesos is a key type: high denomination, attractive layout, important independence-era portrait, and classic ABNC engraving, all confirmed by independent PMG certification. It anchors any Cuba type set and adds strong visual impact to a world paper money collection focused on mid-20th-century history. If you’re building a premium run of Banco Nacional issues or seeking a standout pre-revolution Cuban note, this piece is an excellent candidate.