1 cruzeiro 1975
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This is an uncirculated 1975 Brazilian 1 Cruzeiro note (Pick P-191Ab) from the Banco Central do Brasil, displaying excellent preservation with no signs of wear, folds, or creases. The note features elegant intaglio printing with fine guilloche patterns, a classical portrait in a circular frame on the obverse, and the iconic Banco Central building depicted on the reverse. The crisp appearance, sharp detail in the security features, and pristine condition make this an attractive example for collectors of Brazilian currency from the mid-1970s.
Common. This note is a regular issue from the 1975 Brazilian currency series with substantial print run quantities. eBay market data shows consistent availability with prices ranging from $0.50 to $15.92 depending on grade and lot characteristics, with UNC examples typically valued between $0.75-$7.38 as of recent sales records. The 2019 catalogue value for UNC specimens is $0.75, confirming this as a commonly encountered note in the collector market.
Issued in 1975 during Brazil's military regime period, this 1 Cruzeiro note represents a transitional phase in Brazilian monetary policy following the 1970 currency reform. The depiction of the Banco Central do Brasil building on the reverse reflects the institution's growing prominence in managing Brazil's economic affairs during this era of rapid industrialization and inflation management. The classical Liberty head portrait on the obverse follows traditional iconographic conventions common in Central and South American banknote design of this period.
The obverse features a classical-style profile portrait of Liberty in right-facing orientation, rendered in intaglio within a circular frame and displaying fine curled hair detail characteristic of classical numismatic portraiture. The reverse showcases the Banco Central do Brasil building—a classical institutional architecture with multiple stories, columns, and arches—similarly presented in a circular frame on the left side. Both sides employ symmetrical decorative geometric diamond and cross patterns as framing elements, with fine-line guilloche security work distributed throughout the note's surface. The dominant color scheme utilizes green, gray, and light blue on the obverse, with green, gray, and cream tones on the reverse, creating visual distinction between the sides.
Front: 'BANCO CENTRAL DO BRASIL' (Central Bank of Brazil), 'UM CRUZEIRO' (One Cruzeiro), denomination '1', serial numbers 'B05453' and '084572'. Back: 'BANCO CENTRAL DO BRASIL' (Central Bank of Brazil), 'UM CRUZEIRO' (One Cruzeiro), denomination '1', 'CASA DA MOEDA DO BRASIL' (Brazilian Mint/House of Coinage of Brazil).
This note was produced using intaglio printing (line engraving) by Casa da Moeda do Brasil (Brazilian Mint), as indicated by the 'CdM-B' printer mark visible on the reverse. The fine-line guilloche patterns, sharp portrait rendering, and detailed architectural elements confirm the use of traditional intaglio methods. Multiple security features including fine line patterns, duplicate serial numbers, and complex geometric designs were integrated during the engraving process.
This note is identified as Pick P-191Ab based on the catalog data provided. The visual analysis confirms serial number prefix 'B' (B05453, 084572), consistent with the standard variety for this Pick number. The PMG population report indicates variant P-191Ac exists with the same printer (CdM-B), though distinguishing features between 191Ab and 191Ac would require examination of signature varieties or subtle design characteristics not definitively determinable from the images alone. The five-digit series number and signature varieties are noted as existing for this denomination, though specific signature identification requires closer analysis of the autograph elements.
