This 20 bolívares banknote was issued by the Central Bank of Venezuela in 2013 as part of the Strong Bolívar (Bolívar Fuerte) series. The obverse features a portrait of Simón Rodríguez, an influential Venezuelan philosopher and educator, best known as the mentor of Simón Bolívar. The reverse showcases the Spectacled Bear (Tremarctos ornatus), the only bear species native to South America, set against the stunning backdrop of Sierra Nevada National Park, emphasizing Venezuela’s rich biodiversity.
Designed in shades of green, this banknote includes modern security features, such as watermarks, microtext, and UV elements, ensuring authenticity. Due to Venezuela’s economic challenges, banknotes from this period have become highly sought after by collectors, serving as a representation of the nation's financial history.
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