1962 Bolivia 10 Pesos Bolivianos – Germán Busch & Potosí Legacy

Pick# 154a | Numista# 205343 | Printed by Thomas De La Rue

Step into Bolivia’s post-war era with the 1962 10 Pesos Bolivianos banknote, a striking example of Latin American design and patriotic symbolism. Issued by the Banco Central de Bolivia and printed by Thomas De La Rue, this note features a bold portrait of Germán Busch Becerra, the revered military leader and former president who championed national reform and sovereignty.



Design Highlights

Obverse:

Portrait of Germán Busch at right
Bolivian coat of arms at left
Multicolor underprint with green and dark-green tones
Text: BANCO CENTRAL DE BOLIVIA – DIEZ PESOS BOLIVIANOS
Law date: 13 de Julio de 1962

Reverse:

Engraved scene of the Mountain of Potosí, symbolizing Bolivia’s mining heritage
Denomination in Spanish: DIEZ PESOS BOLIVIANOS
Olive and dark-green print with minimalist layout

Watermark:
None specified, but note features intaglio printing and guilloche patterns


Specifications
Attribute Details
Country Bolivia
Year 1962
Denomination 10 Pesos Bolivianos
Issuer Banco Central de Bolivia
Printer Thomas De La Rue, London
Size 155 × 65 mm
Material Paper
Pick Number P# 154a
Status Demonetized


Why Add This Note to Your Collection?

This 1962 Bolivian note is ideal for:
Collectors of Latin American historical currency
Fans of military and political figures in numismatics
Curators of demonetized Bolivian banknotes
Enthusiasts of mining and economic symbolism

Whether you're building a South American portfolio or exploring Bolivia’s rich cultural legacy, this note offers historical depth, artistic engraving, and national pride.