20 pounds 1988 — United Kingdom ( Pick: 380e )

Region: Europe

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 20 pounds issued in the United Kingdom in 1988. It is cataloged under Pick number 380e.

This banknote features a purple color on a multicolor underprint. It has dimensions of 160 x 90 mm and is made of paper. The note is signed by G. M. Gill and was printed by the Bank of England Works.

The total amount produced remains undisclosed. The Bank of England has issued various denominations of banknotes, with 20 pounds being one of the standard denominations in circulation at that time.

Specifications

Signed by: G. M. Gill
Date of issue: 1988
Printing office: Bank of England Works
Paper: paper
Colour: purple on multicolor underprint
Dimensions: 160 x 90 mm
Amount produced: undisclosed
Pick catalog: 380e

About this banknote

The Bank of England issued this £20 banknote in 1988, identified as Pick 380e. This series was introduced to update security features and design elements. Notably, it included enhanced watermark and security thread technologies to deter counterfeiting.

The front side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II alongside an intricate depiction of St. George and the Dragon. The back side highlights a statue of William Shakespeare, accompanied by a scene from one of his plays. Signed by G. M. Gill, this note was printed at the Bank of England Works.