On February 7, 1974, Grenada officially gained independence from British colonial rule, marking a pivotal moment in the nation’s history and heralding a new era of self-governance and sovereignty. The attainment of independence symbolized the culmination of years of struggle, resilience, and perseverance by the people of Grenada who yearned for autonomy and self-determination. Read along to learn about the latest Eastern Caribbean States 50 Dollars banknote.
Grenada’s independence empowered its citizens to chart their own path, shape their own destiny, and govern themselves in accordance with their aspirations and values. The newfound sovereignty allowed Grenada to assert its cultural identity, uphold its traditions, and forge a distinct national identity rooted in unity, diversity, and pride.
In August 2024 the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank (ECCB) in collaboration with the Government of Grenada released a brand new East Caribbean States 50 Dollars, 2024 ND banknote to commemorate Granada’s Golden Jubilee (50 Years) of Independence. This banknote is legal tender and is printed on polymer. It’s printed in shades of red, green and orange. Both sides of the note are vertically oriented. Its obverse side features Eric Gairy (first prime minister of Grenada), Kirani James (Olympic sprinter), a silhouette of a family, the map of Grenada, a nutmeg branch, and a jet airliner at the Maurice Bishop International Airport in Grenada. Its reverse side shows Maurice Bishop (second prime minister of Grenada), St. Georges, a nutmeg branch with leaves, and a woman singing with three men drumming.
If you have been following the ECCB you will know that they have been quite active in releasing commemorative banknote. Last year (2023) they also released the East Caribbean States 2 Dollars, 2023. It celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank. It is an orange, blue, and black colored polymer banknote. Both sides of the note are vertically oriented. Its obverse side features the portrait of Isaac Vivian Alexander with a cricket bat, the Eastern Caribbean Central Bank building, and a conch shell. Its reverse side shows the map of Lesser Antilles, fish, coral, and turtles. Because it is made of polymer, the note does not have a security thread or a watermark.
Sources:
https://www.eccb-centralbank.org/news/ec-50-banknote-to-commemorate-grenada-s-50th-independence-anniversary-to-begin-circulation
