Lot #23: 1979 Canadian $5 Banknote

This is a single Canadian five-dollar bill from the 1979 "Scenes of Canada" series. Key features include: Denomination: Five dollars, indicated in numerals and words in both English and French.Portrait: Sir Wilfrid Laurier, Canada's first francophone Prime Minister, is featured on the right. Coat of Arms: The Canadian coat of arms is displayed on the left.Signatures: Signatures of the Deputy Governor and Governor of the Bank of Canada appear at the bottom.Legal Tender Statement: "This note is legal tender" and its French equivalent are printed on the bill.Design: Part of the "Scenes of Canada" series, it reflects Canadian landscapes and activities. Issue Date: The bill is dated Ottawa 1979.Security Features: While not detailed, older banknotes included security features like intricate engravings. Material: Made of paper, unlike the current polymer banknotes. Historical Context: This series preceded the "Birds of Canada" and later series, marking a transition in banknote design.
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