Aruban florin
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Coins
In 1986, coins were introduced in denominations of 5, 10, 25 and 50 cents and 1 and <templatestyles src="Fraction/styles.css" />2+1⁄2 florin. Later, the 5-florin banknote was replaced by a square coin and the <templatestyles src="Fraction/styles.css" />2+1⁄2-florin coin was removed from circulation. The 5-florin was replaced in 2005 with a round gold-coloured coin, because the old square 5-florin coin was too easy to counterfeit. All coins are struck in nickel-bonded steel with exception of the 5-florin, which is an alloy of copper and other metals. The 50 cent is the only square-shaped coin remaining, also commonly referred to as a "yotin" by the locals.Script error: No such module "Unsubst".
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| The Aruban florin coins, from left to right: 5, 10, 25, 50 cents and 1, <templatestyles src="Fraction/styles.css" />2+1⁄2 and 5 florin, before 2005. | 2004 5-florin coin, slightly smaller than the 1-florin coin. | 2012 (obverse)/2014 (reverse) 1-florin coin with Willem-Alexander on the reverse, as issued since 2013 |
Banknotes
The Central Bank of Aruba (Centrale Bank van Aruba) introduced banknotes in denominations of 5, 10, 25, 50 and 100 florin and dated 1 January 1986.[3] In 1990, the bank issued the same denominations in a colourful new family of notes designed by Aruban artist Evelino Fingal. As director of the Archaeological Museum, Fingal found inspiration in old Indian paintings and pot shards. Fingal combined decorative motifs found on pre-Columbian pottery with pictures of animals unique to the island. The 500-florin notes were introduced in 1993, with the 5-florin note replaced by a square coin in 1995.
As of 2003, a new print was started of the then already existing banknotes of 10, 25, 50, 100 and 500 florin. These new banknotes were made with new safety features to counteract counterfeiting, but retained their look.[4][5]
In 2019, the bank unveiled a new series of banknotes in denominations of 10, 25, 50, 100 and 200 florin, with the latter serving as a new denomination. The theme presented for this series is "Life in Aruba", as it contains elements of Aruban flora, fauna, cultural heritage, monuments and landmarks. They were issued on 4 June 2019, and is circulating alongside the 2003 series until 11 August, after which the 2003 series of banknotes were no longer legal tender. Commercial banks in Aruba accepted the 2003 series of banknotes until 4 December, afterward the notes will be redeemed at the Central Bank of Aruba for up to 30 years, until 11 August 2049. The 100 Florin note was awarded "2019 Banknote of the Year" by The International Banknote Society for its content, art, and security features.[6]
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| Image | Value | Main colour | Description | ||
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| Obverse | Reverse | Obverse | Reverse | ||
| File:2019 Obverse 10 Florin.jpg | File:2019 Reverse 10 Florin.jpg | Afl. 10 | Blue | Green sea turtle | Bushiribana gold mill ruins |
| File:2019 Obverse 25 Florin.jpg | File:2019 Reverse 25 Florin.jpg | Afl. 25 | Orange | Venezuelan troupial | Arawak pottery and cave paintings |
| File:2019 Obverse 50 Florin.jpg | File:2019 Reverse 50 Florin.jpg | Afl. 50 | Red/purple | Red land crab | Willem III Tower, Fort Zoutman (Oranjestad) |
| File:2019 Obverse 100 Florin.jpg | File:2019 Reverse 100 Florin.jpg | Afl. 100 | Green | Green iguana | Baile di Cinta dancers |
| File:2019 Obverse 200 Florin.jpg | File:2019 Reverse 200 Florin.jpg | Afl. 200 | Brown | Crested caracara | Caha di orgel, drum |
Current exchange rates
See also
Notes
External links
- Banknotes of Aruba
- Banknotes of Aruba
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