Banknote Sweden 5 Kronor - King Gustave III - 1979 - Serial A 312

This banknote is a 50 kronor note issued by Sveriges Riksbank, the central bank of Sweden, in 1979. It is part of a specific series identified by the code "C 535".

The obverse of the note features a portrait of King Gustav III (1746-1792). The legend "SVERIGES RIKSBANK" is printed in the upper left, while the face value "FEMTIO KRONOR" (fifty kronor) is indicated below.

The reverse of the note depicts Carolus Linnaeus, also known as Carl von Linné (1707-1778), a Swedish scientist renowned for his major contributions to botany, medicine, and zoology. Linné is depicted holding a twinflower, identified as Campanula serpyllifolia. Stylized graphic elements, such as a sun and birds, accompany Linné's portrait.

Carolus Linnaeus is best known for formalizing binomial nomenclature, a standardized system for naming living organisms. His work laid the foundation for modern taxonomy, earning him the title of "father of modern taxonomy".

The banknote measures 130 mm in length and 82 mm in width.