20 escudos 1956 — Angola ( Pick: 87 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 escudos issued in Angola in 1956. It is cataloged under Pick number 87, identifying it within the issue. The dimensions of the note are 129 x 62 mm, and it is printed on paper. The note features a lilac color on a multicolor background, while the reverse showcases a red-brown design.
This banknote is signed by Vasco Lopes Alves and was printed by TDLR. The characteristics of this note provide its classification within a defined group of banknotes from this time period.
The 20 escudos note reflects the design trends of mid-20th century Angola, indicative of the period's political and social shifts.
This banknote is signed by Vasco Lopes Alves and was printed by TDLR. The characteristics of this note provide its classification within a defined group of banknotes from this time period.
The 20 escudos note reflects the design trends of mid-20th century Angola, indicative of the period's political and social shifts.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Vasco Lopes Alves
- Date of issue
- 1956-08-15
- Printing office
- TDLR
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Lilac on multicolor; red-brown on reverse
- Dimensions
- 129 x 62 mm
- Pick catalog
- 87
About this banknote
The "Banco de Angola" issued the 20 escudos banknote in 1956. This note was part of a series introduced to update the currency designs and improve security features. The issuance was authorized by Decreto No. 12,131 dated August 14, 1926.
The front side of the banknote features a portrait and a view of the port of Lobito, prominently highlighting industrial and maritime elements. The reverse side shows a red-brown depiction of running antelopes in a savanna landscape. Printed by Thomas de la Rue & Company, the note measures 129 x 62 mm and is signed by Vasco Lopes Alves.
