20 shilling 1973 — Uganda ( Pick: 7 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 shilling issued in Uganda in 1973. It is cataloged under Pick number 7. This note has a color scheme of purple and green and is printed on paper, measuring 140 x 73 mm.
The note features signatures from Simeon Kiingi, the Governor, and John Cryzostom B. Bigala, the Director. It was printed by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom.
The 20 shilling note was part of Uganda's currency during the early 1970s, a period marked by economic challenges and changes in governance.
The note features signatures from Simeon Kiingi, the Governor, and John Cryzostom B. Bigala, the Director. It was printed by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom.
The 20 shilling note was part of Uganda's currency during the early 1970s, a period marked by economic challenges and changes in governance.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Simeon Kiingi (Governor), John Cryzostom B. Bigala (Director)
- Date of issue
- 1973
- Printing office
- De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
- Colour
- Purple and green
- Dimensions
- 140 x 73 mm
- Pick catalog
- 7
About this banknote
The Bank of Uganda issued the 20 shilling banknote in 1973. This series was released during a period of significant change in Uganda, reflecting shifts in the country's monetary policy. The note is part of the Pick 7 series, printed by De La Rue in London, a prominent printing company for banknotes.
The front side design features a military leader in uniform alongside the coat of arms of Uganda. The reverse side showcases an image of a modern building, likely a government structure, framed by intricate patterns and the denomination in words and numerals. The banknote measures 140 x 73 mm and is signed by Simeon Kiingi and John Cryzostom B. Bigala.
