100 escudos 1956 — Angola ( Pick: 89 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 100 escudos issued in Angola in 1956. It falls under Pick number 89, which identifies it within the specific issue. Its denomination and year place it among documented banknotes from this category.
This note features a blue color scheme on a multicolor underprint. It measures 142 x 70 mm and is signed by Vasco Lopes Alves, providing further identification within the catalog.
The banknote was produced on paper. At the time of issue, Angola was still a Portuguese colony, experiencing significant political changes leading up to its independence.
This note features a blue color scheme on a multicolor underprint. It measures 142 x 70 mm and is signed by Vasco Lopes Alves, providing further identification within the catalog.
The banknote was produced on paper. At the time of issue, Angola was still a Portuguese colony, experiencing significant political changes leading up to its independence.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Vasco Lopes Alves
- Date of issue
- 15/08/1956
- Paper
- paper
- Colour
- blue on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 142 x 70 mm
- Pick catalog
- 89
About this banknote
The Banco de Angola issued this 100 escudos banknote in 1956. This series was introduced as part of Angola's monetary system under Portuguese administration, reflecting economic developments in the region during this period. The note is part of the broader efforts to standardize currency across Portuguese territories.
The front side features an image of Serpa Pinto alongside the Ponte Salazar over the Kwanza River. The reverse side showcases a group of elephants at a watering hole. This banknote, registered as Pick number 89, was produced by Thomas De La Rue & Company, a renowned security printer.
