500 Cape Verde Escudo Banknote (Roberto Duarte Silva)

500 Escudos Escudo (Issued 2007)

The 500 Escudos banknote from the 2005–2007 series represents Cabo Verde’s modern monetary design during the final years of the Escudo’s circulation before the nation’s currency transition. Issued in 2007, this denomination served as one of the highest-value notes in regular circulation, reflecting the purchasing power required for significant transactions across the island nation. The banknote’s composition and security features demonstrate the contemporary standards applied to Cabo Verde’s currency production during this period. This note remains a tangible record of the Escudo era before its withdrawal from active use.

On the front, a portrait of a bearded gentleman in formal dress occupies the central and lower portion of the note, rendered in detailed black engraving against a graduated background that transitions from pink and red tones on the left margin through cream and pale green in the centre. The figure wears period clothing with a high collar, and the engraving exhibits the fine line-work characteristic of professional currency production. The denomination “500” appears prominently in the upper right section within a blue and yellow circular design element. Below the portrait, the text “QUINHENTOS ESCUDOS” is clearly visible in capital letters. The left margin features a vertical red panel with repeated circular security patterns, whilst a geometric guilloché pattern fills the background. The issuing authority “BANCO DE CABO VERDE” appears at the top in red text, with additional inscription text visible including signatures and administrative details. A circular emblem in brownish-red tones appears in the upper right corner. A blue rectangular security element is positioned in the upper right area of the design.

The reverse displays “BANCO DE CABO VERDE” at the top in matching red and black typography. The upper portion features an abstract geometric design comprising curved concentric circles and linear patterns in tan, cream and pale green tones, creating a sophisticated background pattern. The lower half of the note features a sepia-toned photographic image of a traditional architectural structure—a simple building with a pitched roof, supported by wooden posts or pillars, representing vernacular Cabo Verdean construction. The building is surrounded by vegetation including trees, capturing a moment of traditional island life. The denomination “500” and text “QUINHENTOS ESCUDOS” appear at the bottom in gold and red lettering against a deeper burgundy band. The overall colour palette on the reverse emphasises warm earth tones—ochres, browns, greens and creams—creating a visual narrative distinct from the front’s design approach.

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• Indicate the quantity of 500 Escudos Escudo banknotes you want to exchange
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• Your online account now shows the exchange value

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Other Cape Verde Escudos you can exchange: 200, 1000, 2000, 5000.