50 Dollars
Solomon Islands · Central Bank of Solomon Islands
The upgraded $50 note was introduced into circulation on 28 December 2023 by the Central Bank of Solomon Islands, replacing the previous issue's Optiks security thread with a new Nexus 18mm wide micro-optic stripe. The obverse design conveys dynamic movement with sloping numerals, an eagle watermark, billowing abstract patterns inspired by shoaling fish, the Solomon Islands flag, and basket-weave designs evoking traditional craft. The reverse features montages of the islands' native biodiversity, including shells, lizards, snakes, iguanas, and fungi, celebrating the rich natural environment of the Solomon Islands.
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ReasonSecurity upgrade of the existing $50 denomination, replacing the previous Optiks thread with advanced Nexus micro-optic stripe technology.
DesignNexus 18mm micro-optic stripe on the obverse containing the denomination numeral, 'CBSI', and images of a shark and crocodile from the Solomon Islands Coat of Arms.
Security featuresNexus 18mm wide micro-optic stripe, watermark with falcon head, electrotype CBSI and cornerstones visible under light, and tactile raised print.
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