20 franc 1964 — Burundi ( Pick: 10 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 franc issued in Burundi in 1964. It is cataloged under Pick number 10. This note features a color scheme of brown, pink, and black. It is printed on paper with dimensions of 100 x 56 mm. The signatures include Eric Manirakiza, the Vice President, and Gerard Cornu, the President. The printing office responsible for this banknote is De La Rue, located in London, United Kingdom.
Details regarding the design features on the front and back sides are not specified. The banknote's catalog reference is defined by its denomination and year.
Burundi issued its first banknotes shortly after gaining independence in 1962.
Details regarding the design features on the front and back sides are not specified. The banknote's catalog reference is defined by its denomination and year.
Burundi issued its first banknotes shortly after gaining independence in 1962.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Eric Manirakiza (Vice President), Gerard Cornu (President)
- Date of issue
- 1964
- Printing office
- De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
- Colour
- brown, pink, black
- Dimensions
- 100 x 56 mm
- Pick catalog
- 10
About this banknote
The Banque du Royaume du Burundi issued this 20 franc banknote in 1964. Following Burundi's independence in 1962, this series was introduced to establish a national currency reflecting the country's sovereignty. It aimed to replace the Belgian Congo franc that was previously in circulation.
The front of the note features an image of a traditional Burundian dancer, accompanied by signatures from Eric Manirakiza and Gerard Cornu. The back displays the coat of arms of Burundi. Produced by De La Rue in London, the banknote measures 100 x 56 mm and is printed in brown, pink, and black colors.
