Angola 20 Escudos 1972 Banknote – UNC | Marechal Carmona |

Angola 20 Escudos 1972 Banknote – UNC | Marechal Carmona |
CA$21.00

Issued by the Banco de Angola and dated 24 de Novembro de 1972, this 20 Escudos banknote features a detailed portrait of Marechal Óscar Carmona, former President of Portugal, reflecting Angola’s colonial-era currency history. The reverse showcases cotton plant imagery (Gossypium hirsutum), symbolizing the importance of agriculture to Angola’s economy. Printed by Thomas De La Rue with fine intaglio engraving, multicolor guilloché patterns, and bold red design elements, this note is a collectible example of late Portuguese colonial banknote production.

Banknote Details

  • Country: Angola

  • Issuer: Banco de Angola

  • Denomination: 20 Escudos

  • Year: 1972

  • Series: Lettered serial prefix (OA)

  • Front Design: Portrait of Marechal Carmona with national crest

  • Reverse Design: Cotton plant (Gossypium hirsutum) and floral motifs

  • Printer: Thomas De La Rue (England)

  • Security Features: Intaglio engraving, multicolor guilloché, detailed line work

** Please note that the Serial Number may not be the same as in the photo. **