A Complete Colorful Piece of Bajan History

This is a rare opportunity to own a beautiful three-note set from the 1973 Central Bank of Barbados inaugural series. These notes are beloved by Caribbean collectors for their vivid colors and detailed engravings of the figures who shaped the nation.

The Collection Includes:

1. $1 Dollar (Red): Features Samuel Jackman Prescod, the first person of African descent elected to the Barbados Parliament. This denomination was officially withdrawn in 1988, making it a highly sought-after "defunct" note.

2. $2 Dollars (Blue): Features John Redman Bovell, the scientist and agronomist credited with saving the Barbadian sugar industry.

3. $5 Dollars (Green): Features Sir Frank Worrell, the legendary West Indies cricket captain and the first Black man to lead the team for a full series.

Common Design Features:

• Reverse: All three notes feature a nostalgic engraving of Trafalgar Square (now National Heroes Square) in Bridgetown, showcasing the Parliament Buildings and the Careenage.

• Watermark: Map of Barbados.

• Signature: Signed by Sir Courtney Blackman, the first Governor of the Central Bank of Barbados.

Item Details:

• Issuer: Central Bank of Barbados

• Year of Issue: 1973 (Inaugural Series)

• Condition: Choice About Uncirculated (Notes are exceptionally crisp with sharp corners and vibrant original ink).

• Printer: Thomas De La Rue & Company Limited.

Why this set? Buying the $1, $2, and $5 together is the perfect way to display the color transitions of the early 1970s Bajan currency. The $1 note alone is a "key" note for Caribbean collectors due to its discontinued status.