20 shilling 1975 — Kenya ( Pick: 13b )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 20 shilling issued in Kenya in 1975. It is cataloged under Pick number 13b. This note features a design from the 1974 Issue, specifically from the years 1974 to 1977. The front side displays a dark blue portrait of Jomo Kenyatta on the left. The back showcases lions and includes latent value images.
The banknote measures 147 x 76 mm and is printed on paper. It has a colour scheme of blue and green. This variant is designated as Variant b and includes Signature 4, dated January 1, 1975. A total of 63,000,000 pieces were produced during its issuance.
In 1975, Kenya's monetary policy was focused on stabilizing the economy following post-independence challenges. The issuance of the 20 shilling note reflects the design elements common in that era.
The banknote measures 147 x 76 mm and is printed on paper. It has a colour scheme of blue and green. This variant is designated as Variant b and includes Signature 4, dated January 1, 1975. A total of 63,000,000 pieces were produced during its issuance.
In 1975, Kenya's monetary policy was focused on stabilizing the economy following post-independence challenges. The issuance of the 20 shilling note reflects the design elements common in that era.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1975-Jan-01
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Blue and green
- Dimensions
- 147 x 76 mm
- Amount produced
- 63,000,000
- Pick catalog
- 13b
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Kenya issued the 20 Shillings banknote (Pick 13b) on January 1, 1975, as part of the 1974-1977 series. This series was introduced to update the national currency, featuring the portrait of President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta, Kenya's first president, to reflect the country's leadership at the time.
The obverse of the banknote displays a front-right facing bust of President Mzee Jomo Kenyatta on the left, with the national coat of arms at the center. The reverse features a lion family at the center, with a mountain in the background. The banknote measures 147 x 76 mm and is printed on paper.
