KOGUJA Banknotes Catalog

500 thaler 1932 — Ethiopia ( Pick: 7 )

Region: Africa
Front side
500 thaler Ethiopia 1932 — Front side
Back side
500 thaler Ethiopia 1932 — Back side

Banknote description

The banknote is a 500 thaler issued in Ethiopia in 1932. It is cataloged under Pick number 7.

This note features a design that includes brown-violet and blue on a multicolor underprint, with green on the reverse. The dimensions of the banknote are 208 x 121 mm. It is signed by Charles S. Collier, who served as Governor from 1931 to 1936. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, located in the United Kingdom.

This banknote was part of Ethiopian currency during the early 20th century. The total amount produced for this denomination is not specified.

Specifications

Signed by
Charles S. Collier, Governor (1931-1936)
Date of issue
1932
Printing office
Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, United Kingdom
Paper
paper
Colour
brown-violet and blue on multicolor underprint; green on reverse
Dimensions
208 x 121 mm
Pick catalog
7

About this banknote

The Bank of Ethiopia issued this 500 thaler note in 1932. This banknote series was introduced during the governance of Charles S. Collier, serving as a part of efforts to modernize Ethiopia's currency system under Emperor Haile Selassie's rule.

The front side features a traditional Ethiopian warrior and ornate designs with inscriptions in Amharic. The banknote was printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom. It measures 208 x 121 mm and is made of paper, showcasing intricate brown-violet and blue compositions on a multicolor underprint.

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