HAVANA, Cuba, CMC – The Central Bank of Cuba is set to introduce two new banknotes featuring women for the first time in the country’s history.
They are 2000- and 5000-peso Cuban notes, equivalent to US$ 4 and US$ 10. Until now, the highest denomination has been the 1000 peso note.
The 2000 Cuban peso note, in violet and pink tones, will feature a portrait of Mariana Grajales, a patriot of Cuban independence and the mother of several of the country’s heroes.
The 5000 peso note in blue will depict Celia Sánchez, a guerrilla fighter who became a close collaborator of former President Fidel Castro.
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