1000 escudos 1956 — Angola ( Pick: 91 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1000 escudos issued in Angola in 1956. It is cataloged under Pick number 91, which identifies it within the issue. Its denomination and year place it among documented banknotes.
This note features a design primarily in brown on a multicolor underprint, with black detailing. The banknote has dimensions of 158 x 79 mm and is printed on paper by the TDLR printing office.
The paper used for this note is of standard quality. The currency system in Angola underwent notable changes throughout the mid-20th century, reflecting the country's economic evolution during its path to independence.
This note features a design primarily in brown on a multicolor underprint, with black detailing. The banknote has dimensions of 158 x 79 mm and is printed on paper by the TDLR printing office.
The paper used for this note is of standard quality. The currency system in Angola underwent notable changes throughout the mid-20th century, reflecting the country's economic evolution during its path to independence.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1956-08-15
- Printing office
- TDLR
- Paper
- paper
- Colour
- brown on multicolor underprint, black
- Dimensions
- 158 x 79 mm
- Pick catalog
- 91
About this banknote
The "Banco de Angola" issued this 1000 escudos banknote in 1956. This issue was part of efforts to modernize the colonial currency system in Angola and facilitate economic transactions in the region. It was printed by Thomas De La Rue & Company Limited, a prominent printing company.
The front side of the banknote features a portrait of a notable historical figure alongside a depiction of a dam, with intricate details surrounding the design. The back side displays a herd of sable antelopes in a natural setting. This note is catalogued as Pick number 91 and measures 158 x 79 mm.
