50 rand 2015 — South Africa ( Pick: 140b )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 50 rand issued in South Africa in 2015. It features a design from the ND period of 2013-2016, predominantly in red and purple. The front side displays an image of Nelson Mandela at the right, accompanied by the text "2PURQ ULQJV."
This note is cataloged under Pick number 140b. The back side design includes the inscription "/LRQ KHDG DW FHQWHU" and the identifier "140[70PP." This variant also features the signature of E.L. Kganyago.
This note is cataloged under Pick number 140b. The back side design includes the inscription "/LRQ KHDG DW FHQWHU" and the identifier "140[70PP." This variant also features the signature of E.L. Kganyago.
Specifications
- Colour
- Red and purple
- Pick catalog
- 140b
About this banknote
The South African Reserve Bank issued the 50 rand banknote (Pick 140b) in 2015 as part of the series introduced in 2012. This series marked the first time Nelson Mandela's portrait appeared on South African banknotes, with the initial release on November 6, 2012.
The front of the 50 rand note features a portrait of Nelson Mandela on the right side, with traditional patterns behind him. The back displays a lion's head at the center and a standing lion to the right, accompanied by traditional patterns. The note measures 140 x 70 mm and was printed by the South African Bank Note Company.
