1959 Cuba Banco Nacional de Cuba 100 Pesos – Pick 93a – Pack of 50 UNC w/ Nova Scotia Bank Seal
This pack of 50 Crisp Uncirculated 1959 Cuba 100 Pesos banknotes (Pick 93a) is a rare and historically significant find. Issued by the Banco Nacional de Cuba, this note represents a transitional period in Cuba’s financial system, just as the country underwent sweeping political and economic changes following the revolution.
The 100 Pesos banknote features a classic design, with intricate engraving and fine security details. Notably, this pack bears the seal of the Bank of Nova Scotia, a remnant of foreign banking institutions that once operated in Cuba before nationalization under Fidel Castro’s government. This connection adds an extra layer of historical significance to the set.
Printed by the American Bank Note Company (ABNC), these banknotes exhibit high-quality craftsmanship, with deep, vivid details and crisp paper. The pack remains in Crisp Uncirculated (UNC) condition, though minor handling is noted on the top and bottom notes, along with some natural toning.
Collector’s Value
An original pack of 50 uncirculated notes, especially one bearing the Bank of Nova Scotia seal, is a highly desirable acquisition for collectors of Cuban currency and historical world banknotes. The unique provenance of this set ties it to an era of economic transformation, making it an excellent addition for numismatists and historians alike.
