500 shilling 1993 — Kenya ( Pick: 30f )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 500 shilling issued in Kenya in 1993. It is cataloged under Pick number 30f. The front side features President Moi at the center, with a vertical serial number on the left and roses also placed to the left. The back depicts the Parliament building alongside Mt. Kenya.
This note is characterized by its colours of black, deep green, and red on a multicolor underprint. The dimensions measure 165 x 76 mm. It is signed by Cheserem and Koinange. This variant, identified as f, includes signatures dated September 14, 1993.
The 1986-1990 issue represents a key period in Kenyan currency design. The Parliament building and Mt. Kenya, depicted on the reverse, reflect notable national symbols used during this time.
This note is characterized by its colours of black, deep green, and red on a multicolor underprint. The dimensions measure 165 x 76 mm. It is signed by Cheserem and Koinange. This variant, identified as f, includes signatures dated September 14, 1993.
The 1986-1990 issue represents a key period in Kenyan currency design. The Parliament building and Mt. Kenya, depicted on the reverse, reflect notable national symbols used during this time.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Cheserem/Koinange
- Date of issue
- September 14, 1993
- Printing office
- Not specified
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Black, deep green, and red on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 165 x 76 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 30f
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Kenya issued the 500 Shilling banknote in 1993. This series was introduced during the presidency of Daniel arap Moi, who sought to update the national currency to reflect contemporary leadership and infrastructure. The series commenced circulation on September 14, 1993.
The front side of the banknote features an image of President Moi at the center, with roses to the left and a vertical serial number. The back depicts the Parliament building and Mount Kenya. This variant is signed by Cheserem and Koinange. The note measures 165 x 76 mm and includes black, deep green, and red on a multicolor underprint.
