1 angolar 1926 — Angola ( Pick: 64 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 angolar issued in Angola in 1926. It is cataloged under Pick number 64. The dimensions of the note are 142 x 89 mm, and it is printed on paper by Thomas De La Rue in England.
The front side design features the text "Provincia de Angola - Junta da Moeda," referencing the 1923 issue. It showcases a portrait of Diogo Cao at the lower left, with plants depicted on the right side. The note also includes signature varieties. The back design presents the head of a waterbuck at the center, with a printer mark indicating TDLR.
The color of the banknote is red-brown. The Angolan monetary system underwent significant changes during the early 20th century, reflecting the impact of colonial governance on currency design and issuance.
The front side design features the text "Provincia de Angola - Junta da Moeda," referencing the 1923 issue. It showcases a portrait of Diogo Cao at the lower left, with plants depicted on the right side. The note also includes signature varieties. The back design presents the head of a waterbuck at the center, with a printer mark indicating TDLR.
The color of the banknote is red-brown. The Angolan monetary system underwent significant changes during the early 20th century, reflecting the impact of colonial governance on currency design and issuance.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 14 August 1926
- Printing office
- Thomas De La Rue (England)
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Red-brown
- Dimensions
- 142 x 89 mm
- Pick catalog
- 64
About this banknote
The Junta da Moeda of the Province of Angola issued the 1 angolar banknote in 1926. This banknote belongs to a series introduced to standardize currency in the region, facilitated by the printing expertise of Thomas De La Rue, a renowned printing company based in England.
The front side of this red-brown paper banknote features a portrait of Diogo Cão at the lower left, with a depiction of plants on the right. The back showcases a central image of a waterbuck head. The banknote measures 142 x 89 mm, with the printer's mark "TDLR" visible on the reverse.
