20 dollars 1994 — Australia ( Pick: 53a )
Region:
Australia & Oceania
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 dollars issued in Australia in 1994. It is cataloged under Pick number 53a. Its characteristics place it within documented banknotes of this classification.
The front side features design elements including the Commonwealth of Australia and the Reserve Bank, identifying it as a modern issue from the period of 1994-1998. The denomination of 20 dollars is prominently displayed, indicating it as variant a. The note is printed on polymer, contributing to its distinctive feel and durability.
This banknote displays a color scheme of black and red on an orange and pale green underprint. It is signed by B.W. Fraser and E.A. Evans. The dimensions of the note are 144 x 65 mm.
The front side features design elements including the Commonwealth of Australia and the Reserve Bank, identifying it as a modern issue from the period of 1994-1998. The denomination of 20 dollars is prominently displayed, indicating it as variant a. The note is printed on polymer, contributing to its distinctive feel and durability.
This banknote displays a color scheme of black and red on an orange and pale green underprint. It is signed by B.W. Fraser and E.A. Evans. The dimensions of the note are 144 x 65 mm.
Specifications
- Signed by
- B.W. Fraser and E.A. Evans
- Date of issue
- 1994
- Printing office
- Note Printing Australia (NPA)
- Paper
- Polymer
- Colour
- Black and red on orange and pale green underprint
- Dimensions
- 144 x 65 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 53a
About this banknote
The Reserve Bank of Australia issued the 20-dollar polymer banknote on 31 October 1994, marking the transition from paper to polymer currency for this denomination. This series, cataloged as Pick 53a, features the signatures of B.W. Fraser and E.A. Evans.
The obverse displays a portrait of Mary Reibey, an influential businesswoman, alongside the schooner "Mercury" and her George Street property in Sydney. The reverse features Reverend John Flynn, founder of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, with the DeHavilland 50 aircraft "Victory" and a camel representing his inland missions. This banknote measures 144 x 65 mm and was printed by Note Printing Australia.
