200 ouguiya 1973 — Mauritania ( Pick: 2 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 200 ouguiya issued in Mauritania in 1973. It is cataloged under Pick number 2. This note features a brown color on a multicolored underprint, with dimensions measuring 160 x 80 mm. It is printed on paper at an Algerian printing office.
The unique color scheme and size contribute to its overall design profile. The banknote is specifically identified by its dimensions and catalog reference.
The production amount of this banknote is not specified. The State Bank of Mauritania issued various denominations, contributing to a diverse currency landscape as of the early 1970s.
The unique color scheme and size contribute to its overall design profile. The banknote is specifically identified by its dimensions and catalog reference.
The production amount of this banknote is not specified. The State Bank of Mauritania issued various denominations, contributing to a diverse currency landscape as of the early 1970s.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Not specified
- Date of issue
- June 20, 1973
- Printing office
- Algerian
- Colour
- Brown on multicolored underprint
- Dimensions
- 160 x 80 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 2
About this banknote
The Banque Centrale de Mauritanie issued this 200 ouguiya banknote in 1973. This series was introduced to replace the CFA franc with the new Mauritanian currency, ouguiya, aligning with the country's move towards monetary independence.
The front side design features a portrait of a man in traditional attire, with agricultural scenes depicting local life. The back side displays a camel and hut, symbolizing Mauritania's pastoral culture. Printed by the Algerian Printing Office, this note is identified by its Pick number 2 and measures 160 x 80 mm.
