The Bank of Jamaica introduced a $5000 bill into Jamaica 's monetary system on 24 September 2009. It bears the portrait of former Prime Minister of Jamaica, The Honourable Hugh Lawson Shearer. On May 18, 2009, a specimen note was presented to the former Prime Minister 's widow, Dr. Denise Eldemire - Shearer. Some have criticized the Bank of Jamaica 's measure to introduce this banknote. Among the critics are Finance Minister Audley Shaw, who says that the introduction of such a banknote is a sign that the Jamaican Dollar is losing value.
who is on the jamaican 5000 dollar bill
former Prime Minister of Jamaica, The Honourable Hugh Lawson Shearer