Definition of Currency.
Section 49
SEC. 49. Definition of Currency. — The word "currency" is hereby defined, for purposes of this Act, as meaning all Philippine notes and coins issued or circulating in accordance with the provisions of this Act.
RA 7653 Section 49
Other provisions in CHAPTER II
- Section 48: The Peso.
- Section 50: Exclusive Issue Power.
- Section 51: Liability for Notes and Coins.
- Section 52: Legal Tender Power.
- Section 53: Characteristics of the Currency.
- Section 54: Printing of Notes and Minting of Coins.
- Section 55: Interconvertibility of Currency.
- Section 56: Replacement of Currency Unfit for Circulation.
- Section 57: Retirement of Old Notes and Coins.
- Section 58: Definition.
CitationRA 7653 Section 49 (LawPlayer, data as of July 4, 2026)
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