20 cent 1969 — Poland ( Pick: 191b )
Region:
Europe
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Poland, dated 1969, carries a denomination of 20 cent. It features a front side design from the 2017 Commemorative Issue, displaying arms on the left and engraved crowns held by angels at the center. The color scheme includes green and brown, with additional blue and multicolor elements.
The reverse showcases artwork related to a monastery and a coronation celebration. This banknote measures 150x77mm and includes a watermark of the coat of arms. It is cataloged under Pick number 191b, identified as variant b, and is noted for being in a folder related to the 2018 Commemorative Issue commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Restoration of Polish Independence.
The reverse showcases artwork related to a monastery and a coronation celebration. This banknote measures 150x77mm and includes a watermark of the coat of arms. It is cataloged under Pick number 191b, identified as variant b, and is noted for being in a folder related to the 2018 Commemorative Issue commemorating the 100th Anniversary of the Restoration of Polish Independence.
Specifications
- Colour
- Green and brown
- Pick catalog
- 191b
About this banknote
The Bank Polska Kasa Opieki S.A. issued the 20-cent foreign exchange certificate on July 1, 1969. These certificates, denominated in U.S. dollars, were introduced to facilitate transactions in foreign currency within Poland, particularly in state-operated stores like Pewex, which sold imported goods.
The obverse of the note features the denomination "$0.20" along with the inscription "BON TOWAROWY" and "DWADZIEŚCIA CENTÓW." The reverse includes a redemption clause stating that the certificates are not subject to redemption and that no replacement documents are issued for lost certificates. The note measures 110 x 55 mm and has a watermark with a diamond pattern.
