50 escudos 1970 — Mozambique ( Pick: 111 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 50 escudos issued in Mozambique in 1970. It is cataloged under Pick number 111. The note features black printing on multicolour paper and measures 160 x 80 mm. It is signed by João de Azevedo Coutinho and was printed by De La Rue in London, United Kingdom.
No specific series or period is identified for this note. The attributes noted contribute to its documentation as part of Mozambique's banknotes.
The amount produced for this issue remains unspecified. Mozambique gained independence from Portugal on June 25, 1975.
No specific series or period is identified for this note. The attributes noted contribute to its documentation as part of Mozambique's banknotes.
The amount produced for this issue remains unspecified. Mozambique gained independence from Portugal on June 25, 1975.
Specifications
- Signed by
- João de Azevedo Coutinho
- Date of issue
- 27 October 1970
- Printing office
- De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
- Colour
- Black on multicolour
- Dimensions
- 160 x 80 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 111
About this banknote
The Banco Nacional Ultramarino issued the 50 escudos banknote for Mozambique in 1970. This series was introduced following a decree to accommodate economic adjustments during the Portuguese administration in Mozambique. It was part of a monetary reform effort to modernize the currency in the colonies.
The front side of the note features a portrait of João de Azevedo Coutinho, who is also the signatory. The back side displays an image of a ship, symbolizing the Banco Nacional Ultramarino's maritime connections since its establishment in 1864. This banknote, printed by De La Rue in London, measures 160 x 80 mm.
