100 vatu 1982 — Vanuatu ( Pick: 1 )
Region:
Australia & Oceania
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 100 vatu issued in Vanuatu in 1982. It is cataloged under Pick number 1. The note features a design in black on light orange, green, and multicolour underprint.
It measures 150 x 75 mm and is made of paper. The signatures include Philip Shing as President and John A. Howard as General Manager. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, located in the United Kingdom.
A total of 2,000,000 copies of this banknote were produced. The State of Vanuatu established its currency system in 1981, coinciding with its independence from colonial rule.
It measures 150 x 75 mm and is made of paper. The signatures include Philip Shing as President and John A. Howard as General Manager. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, located in the United Kingdom.
A total of 2,000,000 copies of this banknote were produced. The State of Vanuatu established its currency system in 1981, coinciding with its independence from colonial rule.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Philip Shing (President), John A. Howard (General Manager)
- Date of issue
- 1982
- Printing office
- Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, United Kingdom (1856-1990)
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Black on light orange, green and multicolour underprint
- Dimensions
- 150 x 75 mm
- Amount produced
- 2,000,000
- Pick catalog
- 1
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Vanuatu issued the 100 vatu banknote in 1982. This series was introduced following Vanuatu's independence in 1980, signifying the establishment of a national currency. The banknote production was managed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom, ensuring high-quality currency for the new nation.
The front side features a depiction of a traditional warrior with the national motto, "Long God yumi stanap." The back side showcases cattle under palm trees, highlighting agricultural significance. This banknote, known for its black, light orange, green, and multicolor motifs, has dimensions of 150 x 75 mm. Only 2,000,000 pieces were produced in this series.
