5000 Cape Verde Escudo Banknote (Fortaleza Real)

5,000 Escudos Escudo (Issued 2000)

In the year 2000, Banco de Cabo Verde issued this 5,000 Escudos banknote as part of an improved design series incorporating enhanced security features to protect against counterfeiting. At this period, the Escudo served as the official currency of the island nation of Cabo Verde, with the central bank maintaining strict control over note production and circulation. This denomination represented a significant mid-range value within the monetary system, facilitating everyday commercial transactions across the archipelago. The modernised design programme reflected contemporary international standards for banknote security and aesthetic presentation.

On the front, the banknote displays the Banco de Cabo Verde name in burgundy text at the upper left, positioned above a decorative numerical cipher reading 5000 in stylised script. A prominent portrait occupies the right-centre portion of the note, rendered in deep rose and burgundy tones with careful engraving that captures facial features with precision. The denomination “5000” appears in large turquoise numerals across the upper right quadrant, with “CINCO MIL ESCUDOS” printed in matching turquoise beneath it. A vertical security strip runs along the left edge in deep burgundy, containing repeated circular motifs and geometric patterns. The background features subtle guilloché patterning in pale lavender and cream tones, providing depth without overwhelming the primary design elements. A decorative vertical panel on the far left incorporates geometric and floral-inspired ornamental designs in contrasting shades, whilst signature lines appear in the lower right section. The paper exhibits a light cream base colour with the security features creating distinctive visual contrast throughout.

The reverse displays “BANCO DE CABO VERDE” text across the top in burgundy lettering, with an architectural photograph dominating the composition showing a fortified stone structure with arched passageways and defensive walls. The denomination “5000” appears in large turquoise numerals in the lower left area, with “CINCO MIL ESCUDOS” printed directly beneath. A vertical security feature strip runs down the right edge in deep burgundy and purple tones, containing repeated geometric and security patterns. The text “BANCO DE CABO VERDE” appears vertically along the right margin in burgundy. The architectural imagery is rendered in naturalistic tones of stone and earth colours, contrasting with the paler background patterning. Subtle microprint and geometric guilloché patterns fill the background in cream and pale tones, whilst the overall composition balances the historical architectural element with modern security printing techniques.

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Other Cape Verde Escudos you can exchange: 200, 500, 1000, 2000.