1 pounds 1956 — Egypt ( Pick: 30 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Egypt, dated 1956, carries a denomination of 1 pound. The front features multicolour designs, including an image of Tutankhamen at the right and a circle over the watermark at the left with an underprint. The back is primarily blue and depicts ruins. The watermark of the Sphinx is also present.
It is cataloged under Pick number 30. The banknote's design elements and details categorize it accurately within the documented group of banknotes from this timeframe. The features contribute to its distinct appearance in the catalog.
It is cataloged under Pick number 30. The banknote's design elements and details categorize it accurately within the documented group of banknotes from this timeframe. The features contribute to its distinct appearance in the catalog.
Specifications
- Colour
- Front multicolour Back blue
- Pick catalog
- 30
About this banknote
The National Bank of Egypt issued the 1-pound banknote (Pick 30) in 1956, as part of a series circulating from 1952 to 1960. This series was introduced following the Egyptian Revolution of 1952, during which the monarchy was overthrown and Egypt was declared a republic.
The front of the banknote features a depiction of Tutankhamun's mask on the right side, with a circular design over the watermark area on the left. The back showcases the ruins of the Philae Temple. The watermark is an image of the Sphinx. The note measures approximately 160 x 86 mm and lacks a security thread. It was signed by Ahmed Zaki Saad, the governor of the National Bank of Egypt at the time.
