10 escudos 1921 — Mozambique ( Pick: 69 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10 escudos issued in Mozambique in 1921. It is cataloged under Pick number 69. The note features a brown-violet color on a multicolor underprint and is printed on paper with dimensions of 154 x 94 mm. It was produced by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company.
The design details of this banknote have not been specified. It is identified by its catalog reference and includes a production amount that is not specified.
In 1921, Mozambique was still under Portuguese colonial rule, impacting various aspects of its administrative structure.
The design details of this banknote have not been specified. It is identified by its catalog reference and includes a production amount that is not specified.
In 1921, Mozambique was still under Portuguese colonial rule, impacting various aspects of its administrative structure.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Not specified
- Date of issue
- 1921
- Printing office
- Bradbury Wilkinson and Company
- Colour
- brown-violet on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 154 x 94 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 69
About this banknote
The Banco Nacional Ultramarino issued this 10 escudos note in 1921 for Mozambique. This series was part of broader efforts to supply the overseas provinces of Portugal with updated currency during the early 20th century. The printing was conducted by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, a notable printer of banknotes during this period.
The front side of the note features a portrait of C. de Oliveira Chamiço, alongside intricate patterns and the denomination in bold letters. The back showcases an allegorical figure in the center. The note measures 154 x 94 mm, printed in brown-violet with a multicolor underprint, reflecting the design aesthetics of its time.
