 Ruy Barbosa de Oliveira (1849 — 1923) was a Brazilian writer, jurist, and politician. He was a federal representative, senator, Minister of Finance and diplomat. For his distinguished participation in Hague Peace Conference 1907, he earned nickname "Eagle of the Hague". Wikipedia |
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Brazil #209b 10 Cruzados (1987) - $0.80
Republic Of Ireland #75b 5 Pounds (1997) - Not for sale - Information only
 Catherine McAuley who founded the Sisters of Mercy, the background features the Mater Misericordiae Hospital, Dublin which was founded by the Sisters of Mercy. Wikipedia |
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Antarctica - One Dollar (1999) Not for sale - Information only
An interesting issue from Bank Of Antarctica! They are "not a bank or financial institution.." but really a friend of the Antarctica.
 Penguins on Petermann Island Wikipedia |
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Indonesia #127b 100 Rupiah (1992) - $0.70
 Krakatoa (Indonesian: Krakatau), is a volcanic island in Indonesia. The island exploded in 1883, killing approximately 40,000 people, explosion considered to be the loudest sound ever heard. Wikipedia |
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Japan #105 5000 Yen (2004) Not for sale - Information only
 Ichiyō Higuchi (1872 – 1896) is pen name of Japanese author Natsu Higuchi, remembered for the quality of her works and is considered to be the first professional female writer in modern Japanese literature. Wikipedia |
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Japan #106 10000 Yen (2004) - Not for sale - Information only
 Fukuzawa Yukichi (1835 – 1901) was a Japanese author, writer, teacher, translator, entrepreneur and political theorist who founded Keio University. He is regarded as one of the founders of modern Japan. Wikipedia |
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Cuba #118 20 Pesos (1998) Not for sale - Information only
 Camilo Cienfuegos Gorriarán (1932 – 1959) was a Cuban revolutionary born in Lawton, Havana City. Raised in an anarchist family that had fled Spain during the Spanish Civil War, he became a key figure of the Cuban Revolution. Wikipedia |
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 Antonio Maceo Grajales (1845 – 1896) was second-in-command of the Cuban Army of Independence, one of most noteworthy guerrilla leaders in 19th century Latin America.Wikipedia |
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Colombia #406 5 Pesos (1978) - $2.20
 José María Córdova (1799 - 1829) also known as the "Hero of Ayacucho", was a General of the Colombian army during the Latin American War of independence from Spain. Wikipedia |
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Banknote Lifecycle By De La Rue
A good broad view, credle-to-grave approach:-
Banknote Lifecyle by De La Rue