500 afghanis 1967 — Afghanistan ( Pick: 45 )

Region: Middle East & Asia

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 500 afghanis issued in Afghanistan in 1967. It is cataloged under Pick number 45. The note features a front side design that depicts Qandahar Airport with dark blue on a multicolor underprint.

This banknote is printed on paper and measures 170 x 80 mm. It is signed by Governor Habibullah Mali Achekzai and Minister of Finance Abdul Karim Hakimi. The predominant color of the banknote is black, and it was printed by De La Rue, located in London, United Kingdom.

The issuance of this note is part of the State Bank of Afghanistan's operations, which was established in 1939.

Specifications

Signed by: Governor Habibullah Mali Achekzai and Minister of Finance Abdul Karim Hakimi
Date of issue: 31 May 1969
Printing office: De La Rue, London, United Kingdom
Paper: Paper
Colour: Black
Dimensions: 170 x 80 mm
Pick catalog: 45

About this banknote

The Da Afghanistan Bank issued this 500 afghanis banknote in 1967. This series was introduced during a period of modernization in Afghanistan's economy, with an emphasis on integrating more secure and durable banknote technology.

On the front side of the note, there is an image of a distinguished figure alongside intricate multicolor underprint patterns. The depiction of Kandahar Airport is a noteworthy design element. This banknote, identified by Pick number 45, was printed by the renowned De La Rue company in London.