5 shilling 1958 — Nigeria ( Pick: 1 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 5 shilling issued in Nigeria in 1958. It is listed under Pick number 1. The note features a color scheme of red and dark brown on a multicolor underprint, printed on paper.
The dimensions of the banknote are 138 x 76 mm. It bears the signatures of the Governor and the Director. The printing was carried out by Waterlow & Sons Limited, located in the United Kingdom.
Nigeria was transitioning toward full independence, which was achieved on October 1, 1960.
The dimensions of the banknote are 138 x 76 mm. It bears the signatures of the Governor and the Director. The printing was carried out by Waterlow & Sons Limited, located in the United Kingdom.
Nigeria was transitioning toward full independence, which was achieved on October 1, 1960.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Governor and Director
- Date of issue
- 15th September 1958
- Printing office
- Waterlow & Sons Limited, United Kingdom
- Colour
- Red and dark brown on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 138 x 76 mm
- Pick catalog
- 1
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Nigeria issued the 5 shilling banknote in 1958, the same year it was established. This release marked Nigeria’s move to have its distinct currency, separate from the British West African pound, in preparation for its upcoming independence in 1960.
The front side of the banknote features a landscape with palm trees and lush vegetation, reflecting Nigeria's natural environment. The back side also displays a similar theme of palm trees. This note, designated as Pick 1, was printed by Waterlow & Sons Limited in the United Kingdom and measures 138 x 76 mm.
