Uruguary (Currency)

Area: 68,536 square miles                                                  Population: 3,371,000

The Oriental Republic of Uruguay is the smallest republic of South America. Economy is based on sheep and cattle. This country has one of the highest living standards in South America.

Monetary System

1 Palacon = 960 Reis

1 Peso = 8 Reales to 1860

1 Peso = 100 Centesimos

1 Doblon = 10 Pesos 1860-1975

1 New Peso = 1000 Old Pesos 1975-

1978-89 (ND) Uruguay 50 Nuevos Pesos - Gem CU

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Blue-green and Multi-color

Obverse head of Artigas to right. Rev. building to left. Gorgeous crisp uncirculated bank note with wonderful multiple colors and sharp detail. Even borders and strong eye appeal are pluses here. (View image for more detail.)

Item Number

Price

URUGCR50P78

$4.50

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