1958 Cuba 20 Pesos P-80b Red Serials PCGS 66 PPQ Gem UNC | Pre-Castro Cuba | ABNC

Country: Cuba
Issuer: Banco Nacional de Cuba
Denomination: 20 Pesos
Catalog Number: Pick 80b
Series Date: 1958
Printer: American Bank Note Company (ABNC), New York
Serial Number: G539163A
Serial Type: Red Serials
Grade: PCGS Banknote Gem Uncirculated 66 PPQ
Certification Number: 49913563

OBVERSE

The face depicts Cuban independence hero Antonio Maceo, known as “The Bronze Titan,” within an ornate engraved oval frame. Red serial numbers and the red Banco Nacional de Cuba seal are prominently displayed at left and right. Intricate lathework, guilloche patterns, and anti-counterfeiting engraving characteristic of the American Bank Note Company surround the central portrait. The denomination “20 Pesos” appears in each corner.

REVERSE

The reverse features the national coat of arms of the Republic of Cuba at center surrounded by elaborate geometric engraving and ornate ABNC security design elements. The denomination is repeated in each corner with decorative scrollwork and guilloche patterns throughout.

HISTORICAL SIGNIFICANCE

Issued during 1958, the final year before the Cuban Revolution, this note represents one of the last pre-Castro issues produced for circulation by the Banco Nacional de Cuba. The Pick 80b “Red Serials” variety is highly collectible as a transitional issue from a pivotal period in Cuban history.

PRINTING & SECURITY FEATURES

• Printed by American Bank Note Company (ABNC)
• Intricate intaglio engraving
• Multilayer guilloche security patterns
• Red treasury seal and serial numbers
• Watermarked security paper
• Precision lathework throughout the design

GRADE COMMENTARY

PCGS Gem Uncirculated 66 PPQ indicates a fully original note with exceptional eye appeal, strong embossing, outstanding paper quality, sharp corners, and no evidence of restoration or processing. The PPQ (Premium Paper Quality) designation confirms original paper surfaces and superior preservation.