500 franc 1997 — Burundi ( Pick: 38 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 500 franc issued in Burundi in 1997. It is cataloged under Pick number 38. The dimensions of the note are 160 x 73 mm.
The front side features a design with multicolour underprint and red serial numbers. It is signed by Emmanuel Ndayiragije and Mathias Sinamenye.
This banknote is printed on paper and exhibits a prominent green color. In 1997, Burundi faced significant economic challenges, which influenced its currency production.
The front side features a design with multicolour underprint and red serial numbers. It is signed by Emmanuel Ndayiragije and Mathias Sinamenye.
This banknote is printed on paper and exhibits a prominent green color. In 1997, Burundi faced significant economic challenges, which influenced its currency production.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Emmanuel Ndayiragije, Mathias Sinamenye
- Date of issue
- 1997-05-01
- Colour
- green, multicolour underprint, red serial numbers
- Dimensions
- 160 x 73 mm
- Pick catalog
- 38
About this banknote
The Banque de la République du Burundi issued the 500 franc banknote in 1997. This series was introduced during a period of efforts to stabilize the economy amid ongoing regional challenges. Signature on the note by Governor Emmanuel Ndayiragije and Vice-Governor Mathias Sinamenye reflects the leadership at the time.
The front of the banknote features an intricate design of Burundian daily life scenes with cultural motifs. The back depicts the building of the Central Bank of Burundi. The note, classified under Pick number 38, measures 160 x 73 mm and includes serial numbers in red, contributing to its security features.
