Cuba 50 Pesos Calixto García Íñiguez 2025 Pick 123n UNC Banknote
The Cuba 50 Pesos 2025 Pick 123n is a modern banknote issued by the Banco Central de Cuba, featuring Calixto García Íñiguez (1839–1898).
The note celebrates one of the military figures associated with Cuba’s nineteenth-century independence struggles. Its historical portrait and distinctive design make it an appealing example of contemporary Caribbean paper money.
Historical Background
Calixto García Íñiguez was born in Holguín, Cuba, in 1839. He participated in several nineteenth-century Cuban independence movements, including the Ten Years’ War and the Cuban War of Independence.
During the final stages of the independence struggle in 1898, García commanded Cuban forces in eastern Cuba.
His portrait on the 50 Pesos banknote commemorates his role in the country’s history.
Banknote Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Country | Cuba |
| Issuer | Banco Central de Cuba |
| Denomination | 50 Pesos |
| Year | 2025 |
| Catalogue reference | Pick 123n — supplier reference |
| Currency | Cuban Peso (CUP) |
| Condition | Uncirculated (UNC) |
| Material | Paper |
| Featured personality | Calixto García Íñiguez |
| Region | Caribbean |
Obverse
The obverse features a portrait of Calixto García Íñiguez, accompanied by the denomination and inscriptions identifying the Cuban issuing authority.
The design follows Cuba’s established tradition of commemorating prominent historical figures on its national banknotes.
Reverse
The reverse of the 50 Pesos series depicts a scene associated with Cuba’s historical and national heritage, accompanied by the denomination and decorative elements.
The combination of historical portraiture and national imagery makes the note suitable for collections devoted to Cuban history.
The Cuban Peso
The Cuban Peso (CUP) is Cuba’s national currency and is divided into 100 Centavos.
For many years, Cuba operated a dual-currency system using both the Cuban Peso and the Cuban Convertible Peso (CUC).
On 1 January 2021, Cuba began its monetary unification process, eliminating the Convertible Peso from circulation and retaining the Cuban Peso as the country’s national currency.
The 2025 issue belongs to the period following this reform.
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Cuba 50 Pesos 2025 UNC banknote combines a modern issue date with the portrait of an important figure in Cuban history.
It is particularly suitable for collectors of Cuban currency, Caribbean banknotes, historical personalities and contemporary world paper money.
Its uncirculated condition preserves the original crispness, colours and printed details.
