Reproduction Rules of Pesetas Banknotes and Coins
Prior authorisation from the Banco de España is required to use
peseta banknotes or coins, or their images, for advertising purposes. The
rules to which these reproductions are subject are contained in Monetary
Circular 1/1995 
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of 28 February 1995 (BOE 10/3/1995) and apply to all the peseta banknotes
and coins that were legal tender in Spain. This Circular describes how authorisation
can be requested from:
Banco de España
Departamento de Emisión y Caja
Alcalá 48
28014 Madrid
Teléfono 91 338 63 00
Fax (34) 91 338 68 87
Authorisation applications must enclose a memory describing in detail the pretended reproductions. The content of that memory should, at least, inform about the material, colour, size, printing works, estimated issue, media and distribution scope. Besides, any further relevant data about the application should be included in the memory.
As a general rule the Banco de España will take a decision in a month time, since the application is received in the Banco de España, either in the Registro General or in any of its branches. Should that time pass without any express decision, the application may be taken as granted
The Banco de España grants authorisation if the following two conditions are met:
- The reproduction consists of either the front or the reverse side of the banknote or coin, but not both
- The length and width of the reproduction are more than twice or less than half those of the original
Reproductions in books or teaching materials do not require authorisation.