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Ecuador 10 Sucres 1988 P-121 UNC Banknote
Ecuador 10 Sucres 1988 P-121 UNC Banknote
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Step into Ecuador’s rich history with this beautiful 10 Sucres banknote (P-121) issued by the Central Bank of Ecuador. Featuring the Spanish conquistador Sebastián de Benalcázar on the obverse and the national coat of arms of Ecuador on the reverse, this note captures an important chapter of Ecuadorian heritage in an elegant engraved design.
Printed during the final decades of the Ecuadorian Sucre before the country's eventual transition to the U.S. Dollar, this banknote represents a fascinating piece of South American monetary history. Its intricate artwork, historic portrait, and crisp uncirculated condition make it an attractive addition to any world banknote collection.
Whether you're a seasoned numismatist, a collector of Latin American currency, or searching for a unique historical gift, this Ecuador 10 Sucres note offers both beauty and historical significance.
History & Significance
The Ecuadorian Sucre served as Ecuador's national currency from 1884 until 2000 and witnessed many of the country's economic and political transformations. This 10 Sucres note belongs to one of the final generations of Sucre banknotes issued before the currency's retirement.
The note honors Sebastián de Benalcázar, the Spanish explorer and conquistador credited with founding several important cities in South America, including Quito's colonial predecessor. His portrait reflects Ecuador's connection to its colonial-era history and the foundations of the modern nation.
The reverse displays Ecuador's national coat of arms, a powerful symbol of national identity featuring the Andean landscape, the Chimborazo volcano, the Guayas River, and the condor that represents freedom and strength.
Today, these notes are sought after by collectors as tangible artifacts from Ecuador's pre-dollarization era.
Features
- Issuing Authority: Central Bank of Ecuador (Banco Central del Ecuador)
- Period: Republic of Ecuador
- Catalog Number: P-121
- Type: Standard circulation banknote
- Years Issued: 1986–1988
- Material: Paper
- Size: 155 × 66 mm
Design Details
Obverse
- Portrait of Sebastián de Benalcázar
- Ornate engraved frame and denomination panels
- Blue serial numbers
- Detailed classical banknote engraving style
- Signature panel and official issue markings
Reverse
- National Coat of Arms of Ecuador
- Large denomination numerals at both sides
- Intricate geometric security patterns
- Elegant blue engraving throughout
- Traditional design reflecting Ecuadorian national identity
Condition
UNC (Uncirculated)
This banknote remains in uncirculated condition with excellent paper quality, strong original color, and crisp printed details. It shows no evidence of circulation wear and retains the sharp appearance highly valued by collectors. Please review all photos carefully, as the note pictured is the exact style and condition representative of the item offered.
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CONDITION GUIDE
Gem Uncirculated
A note that is flawless, with the same freshness, crispness and bright color as when first printed. It
must be perfectly centered, with full margins, and free of any marks, blemishes or traces of handling.
About Uncirculated
A bright, crisp note that appears new but upon close examination shows a trace of very light use, such as a corner fold or faint crease. 'About Uncirculated' is a borderline condition, applied to a note which may not be quite uncirculated, but yet is obviously better than an average Extra Fine note. Such notes command a price only slightly below a new note and are highly desirable.
Extra Fine
A note that shows some faint evidence of circulation, although it will still be bright and retain nearly full crispness. It may have two or three minor folds or creases but no tears or stains and no discolorations.
Very Fine
A note that has been in circulation, but not actively or for long. It still retains some crispness and is still choice enough in its condition to be altogether desirable. It may show folds or creases, or some light smudges from the hands of a past generation. Sometimes, Very Fine notes are the best available in certain rare issues, and they should accordingly be cherished just as much as uncirculated notes.
Fine
A fine note shows evidence of much more circulation, has lost its crispness and very fine detail, and creases are more pronounced, although the note is still not seriously soiled or stained.
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