The $3 Bahamian banknote issued in 2019 is part of the CRISP Evolution series, showcasing a bold redesign and modern security features. This note stands out globally for its rare denomination and vibrant pink and blue color scheme. On the obverse, it features a portrait of Sir Lynden O. Pindling, the first Prime Minister of the Bahamas and a national hero. The reverse depicts a stunning image of the Salt Production Scene on Inagua Island, celebrating the island’s key role in the Bahamian economy. With a unique vertical orientation, polymer substrate, and advanced security elements, this note combines innovation, culture, and collectibility.
Obverse
Red print; multicolour underprint. Black and red ascending serial numbers.
Front-facing bust of Queen Elizabeth II, wearing the Burmese Ruby Tiara at centre right. Outline map of the Bahamas Islands and passion flowe (Passiflora sp.) at centre.
Colour-changing, metallic foil at centre. Sand dollar as off-set register at lower left.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Central Bank of the Bahamas
THESE NOTES ARE LEGAL TENDER UNDER THE
CENTRAL BANK OF THE BAHAMAS ACT 2000 FOR
THE PAYMENT OF ANY AMOUNT THREE DOLLARS
SERIES 2019
GOVERNOR
Three Dollars
$3
Reverse
Red print; multicolour underprint.
Sailing boats at centre, beach scene at bottom, coat of arms of the Bahamas at lower left.
Windowed security thread with country name and bank logo. Sand dollar off-set register at upper right.
Script: Latin
Lettering:
Central Bank
of the Bahamas
Three Dollars
$3
Watermark
Queen Elizabeth II.
© scythian (CC BY)
Signature
John A. Rolle (JAR), Governor of Central Bank of The Bahamas

Printer
Oberthur Fiduciaire (Francois-Charles Oberthur Fiduciaire; FCO; Oberthur Technologies), France (1984-date)
Comments
Off-set register (as seen from obverse).
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Features
| Issuer | The Bahamas |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | Central Bank of The Bahamas |
| Queen | Elizabeth II (1952-2022) |
| Type | Standard circulation banknotes |
| Year | 2019 |
| Value | 3 Dollars 3 BSD = GBP 2.20 |
| Currency | Dollar (1966-date) |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 156 × 67 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |



