HAVANA, Cuba – The Central Bank of Cuba is set to introduce two new banknotes featuring women for the first time in the country’s history.
They are 2000 and 5000 Cuban peso notes, the equivalent to US $4 and US $10.
Until now, the highest denomination until now has been the 1000 peso note.
The 2000 Cuban peso note in violet and pink tones will feature a portrait of Mariana Grajales, a patriot of Cuban independence and mother of several of the country’s heroes.
The 5000 peso note in blue will depict Celia Sánchez, a guerrilla fighter who became a close collaborator of former President Fidel Castro.
