100 escudos 1972 — Mozambique ( Pick: 113 )

Region: Africa

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Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 100 escudos issued in Mozambique in 1972. It is listed under Pick number 113. The note has a color scheme of purple on a multicolor underprint, with dimensions of 150 x 80 mm. It is printed on paper and carries the signatures of Luís Pereira Coutinho and Camilo Afonso Máximo Cimourdain Ferreira de Oliveira.

Front and back side design details are not specified. The printing office for this banknote is De La Rue, located in London, United Kingdom.

The year of issue, 1972, was a pivotal time within Mozambique's monetary history.

Specifications

Signed by: Luís Pereira Coutinho & Camilo Afonso Máximo Cimourdain Ferreira de Oliveira
Date of issue: 1972
Printing office: De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
Colour: Purple on multicolor underprint
Dimensions: 150 x 80 mm
Pick catalog: 113

About this banknote

The Banco Nacional Ultramarino issued this 100 escudos note in Mozambique in 1972. This series was introduced to continue the economic operations in Mozambique during Portuguese colonial rule, offering a standardized currency format. Printed by De La Rue in London, the banknotes reflected the needs of the colonial administration at the time.

The front of the note features portraits of Gago Coutinho and Sacadura Cabral, notable figures in Portuguese aviation history. The back depicts Gago Coutinho using a sextant, emphasizing navigation achievements. This banknote is listed as Pick number 113 and measures 150 x 80 mm.