20 centavos 1914 — Angola ( Pick: 42 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 centavos issued in Angola in 1914. It is cataloged under Pick number 42 and features a front design that includes the Banco Nacional Ultramarino with a blue arms depiction on the right, along with a steamship seal Type II. The back side design depicts a seated allegorical woman looking out at ships.
The note has a red overprint indicating LOANDA and is produced on paper, measuring 120 x 71 mm. It is signed by Manuel Carlos de Freitas Alzina (Vice Governor) and Luís Diogo da Silva (Governor). The printing was carried out by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom.
The note's paper and dimensions contribute to its classification within documented banknotes. The Banco Nacional Ultramarino was prominent in Angola's monetary practices during the early 20th century, reflecting the governance of the Portuguese colonial administration at the time.
The note has a red overprint indicating LOANDA and is produced on paper, measuring 120 x 71 mm. It is signed by Manuel Carlos de Freitas Alzina (Vice Governor) and Luís Diogo da Silva (Governor). The printing was carried out by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom.
The note's paper and dimensions contribute to its classification within documented banknotes. The Banco Nacional Ultramarino was prominent in Angola's monetary practices during the early 20th century, reflecting the governance of the Portuguese colonial administration at the time.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Manuel Carlos de Freitas Alzina (Vice Governor), Luís Diogo da Silva (Governor)
- Date of issue
- 5 November 1914
- Printing office
- Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, United Kingdom
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Red overprint LOANDA; Seal Type II (Lisboa)
- Dimensions
- 120 x 71 mm
- Pick catalog
- 42
About this banknote
The Banco Nacional Ultramarino issued the 20 centavos banknote in 1914 as part of its monetary efforts in Angola. This series was introduced to address the financial needs of the colony during a period of economic expansion. The banknote was printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom.
The front side features the bank's name alongside the date of issue, November 5, 1914, and displays the country's arms on the right with a blue design. The back depicts a seated allegorical woman gazing at ships, symbolizing maritime activity, with dimensions of 123 x 71 mm. The note was signed by officials Manuel Carlos de Freitas Alzina and Luís Diogo da Silva.
