2 kina 1975 — Papua New Guinea ( Pick: 1 )
Region:
Australia & Oceania
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 2 issued in Papua New Guinea in 1975. It is cataloged under Pick number 1. The note has dimensions of 140 x 70 mm and is printed on paper.
The front side features dark blue-green and purple on a multicolor underprint. It is signed by Henry ToRobert and Mekerke Morauta.
The front side features dark blue-green and purple on a multicolor underprint. It is signed by Henry ToRobert and Mekerke Morauta.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Henry ToRobert, Mekerke Morauta
- Date of issue
- 1975
- Colour
- Dark blue-green and purple on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 140 x 70 mm
- Pick catalog
- 1
About this banknote
The Bank of Papua New Guinea issued the 2 Kina banknote in 1975, marking the country's transition to its own currency following independence. This introduction aimed to establish a distinct national identity and monetary system, following the use of the Australian dollar prior to 1975.
The front side of the note features a bird of paradise perched on a traditional ceremonial Kundu drum. The back depicts various indigenous artifacts, including a carved mask and a shell ornament. This note, identified as Pick 1, has signatures from Henry ToRobert and Mekere Morauta, and measures 140 x 70 mm.
