1 escudos 1921 — Mozambique ( Pick: 66 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 escudo issued in Mozambique in 1921. It is cataloged under Pick number 66.
This note features a combination of green and red colors and measures 130 x 82 mm. Printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, the note is made of paper.
The early 1920s were formative years for Mozambique, which was a Portuguese colony during this period.
This note features a combination of green and red colors and measures 130 x 82 mm. Printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, the note is made of paper.
The early 1920s were formative years for Mozambique, which was a Portuguese colony during this period.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- January 1, 1921
- Printing office
- Bradbury Wilkinson and Company
- Colour
- Green and red
- Dimensions
- 130 x 82 mm
- Pick catalog
- 66
About this banknote
The Banco Nacional Ultramarino issued the 1 escudo banknote for Mozambique in 1921. This series was introduced to provide a reliable currency within the province, authorized by Decreto No. 17154. The notes were printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, a well-known printing office for banknotes.
The front side design features a portrait of a notable figure within an elaborate frame, alongside maritime and agricultural emblems. The back side includes a central motif of a female figure surrounded by intricate patterns. This note, identified by Pick number 66, measures 130 x 82 mm and contains green and red colors.
