Spain 500 Replica Very Used Banknote.

Details:

• Denomination: 500 Pesetas

• Original Year of Issue: 1928

• Replica Year: 2002

• Country: Spain

• Type: Replica Banknote

• Composition: Paper

• Dimensions: 177 × 112 mm

• Shape: Rectangular

Obverse:
Features a portrait of Francisco Jiménez de Cisneros, also known as Cardinal Cisneros, at the top left. Below it is a detailed depiction of the Cathedral of Toledo.
Text includes:

• "EL BANCO DE ESPAÑA PAGARÁ AL PORTADOR QUINIENTAS PESETAS"

• Date: Madrid, 15 de Agosto de 1928

• Signatures of El Gobernador, El Interventor, and El Cajero

• Printed by Real Casa de la Moneda – Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre

Reverse:
Displays the artwork "Cardinal Cisneros, Liberating the Captives in Oran", a painting by Francisco Jover y Casanova.
Text includes:

• BANCO DE ESPAÑA

• Denomination: 500

• Printer: Real Casa de la Moneda – Fábrica Nacional de Moneda y Timbre

Security & Differentiation Features (Replica-specific):

1. Watermark: Marked “RCM-FNMT” and year "M 2002"

2. Printer Brand & Year: “AÑO 2002” visible

3. Unique Serial Number: Distinct for each replica

4. Different Dimensions: Slightly varied from original note

5. Modified Lateral Matrix: To distinguish from genuine notes

6. Micro Watermarks: Small crowned “M” watermarks across the surface

7. UV Elements: Luminescent fibrils visible under ultraviolet light

8. Microprint Text: "ESPÉCIMEN REALIZADO POR LA REAL CASA DE LA MONEDA – FÁBRICA NACIONAL DE MONEDA Y TIMBRE"

Additional Info:
This replica was distributed in 2002 through newspaper promotions like El País and collectible series. It was officially produced by the Real Casa de la Moneda as a commemorative educational item—not legal tender.