Taiwan 1,000 New Dollar Banknote, P-1997, 2004, UNC

The 2004 issue of the Taiwan 1,000 New Dollar banknote serves as a vibrant tribute to the nation's cultural values and natural landscape. The obverse prominently features a group of young students engaged in baseball, a scene that underscores the importance of education and celebrates the national sport of Taiwan. As part of the fifth series of the New Taiwan Dollar, this note is recognized for its striking blue color palette and thoughtful integration of modern themes with traditional identity. On the reverse, the design showcases the island's unique biodiversity with a depiction of the Mikado Pheasant and the majestic Mount Jade, the highest peak in Taiwan. This uncirculated specimen highlights sophisticated security features characteristic of the era, including a holographic windowed thread and color-shifting ink. For collectors, this note offers a blend of artistic detail and historical context, representing a pivotal period in Taiwan's contemporary numismatic history.