This S/20 bill has to Raul Porras Barrenechea on the obverse and the Palacio de Torre Tagle on the reverse. How much are collectors willing to pay for this specimen?
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Do you remember the S/20 bills ancient? In these pieces, it appeared Raul Porras Barrenechea, the famous Peruvian historian. They were very common in the 90s, although they are still used today. After this model, the Central Reserve Bank del Perú (BCRP) released a new version with this character, and, finally, a few years ago the bill with the writer José María Arguedas was put into circulation. Did you know that this first version has gone up in price as a collector’s item? Learn more below.
How much is the first S/20 bill worth?
In online sales portals, the first S/20 bill —in a series issued in 2006— is sold at a price higher than its usual value. It is observed that up to six times its price is offered, that is, S/122.
However, this depends on the state of the ticket. In this case, the banknote is not wrinkled, nor does it show cuts or defects.
What S/20 bills are in circulation?
- S/20 bill issued in 1991, with Raúl Porras Barrenechea
- S/20 banknote issued in 2009, with a new design by Raúl Porras Barrenechea
- S/20 bill issued in 2021, with José María Arguedas.
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