50 makuta 1979 — Congo ( Pick: 21 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 50 makuta issued in Congo in 1979. It is cataloged under Pick number 21. Its denomination and year place it among documented banknotes.
This banknote features a red and brown color scheme. It measures 170 x 85 mm.
At the time of this issue, Congo was transitioning politically after gaining independence in 1960.
This banknote features a red and brown color scheme. It measures 170 x 85 mm.
At the time of this issue, Congo was transitioning politically after gaining independence in 1960.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Jules Fontaine Sambwa, Charles Bofossa Wambea Nkosso
- Date of issue
- 1974-1977
- Printing office
- Giesecke+Devrient, Leipzig, Germany
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Red and brown
- Dimensions
- 170 x 85 mm
- Pick catalog
- 21
About this banknote
The Banque du Zaire issued the 50 makuta banknote in 1979. This series was introduced as part of an effort to stabilize the currency during a period of economic reform in Zaire, following the nation's rebranding from the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
The front of the 50 makuta note features a portrait of a significant national figure, alongside intricate patterns in red and brown. The back showcases traditional Congolese motifs and a depiction of local heritage scenes. This banknote, cataloged as Pick 21, measures 170 x 85 mm.
