Mozambique 20 Meticais 2017 Pick 149b UNC Polymer Banknote
The Mozambique 20 Meticais 2017 banknote (Pick 149b) was issued by the Banco de Moçambique on 16 June 2017 as part of the country’s modern polymer banknote series. Produced using durable polymer substrate, the note combines advanced security technology with designs celebrating Mozambique’s national history and wildlife.
Presented in UNC (Uncirculated) condition, this attractive polymer banknote is an excellent addition to collections of African and modern world currency.
Historical Background
The 2017 issue retained the successful designs introduced in 2011 but incorporated the signature of the new Governor Rogério Zandamela and an updated issue date. The series reflects Mozambique’s commitment to durable polymer banknotes with enhanced anti-counterfeiting features.
Technical Specifications
- Country: Mozambique
- Denomination: 20 Meticais
- Year: 2017
- Issue Date: 16 June 2017
- Pick Number: P-149b
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Issuer: Banco de Moçambique
- Currency: Mozambican Metical (MZN)
- Material: Polymer
- Dimensions: 141 × 65 mm
Obverse
The obverse features:
- Portrait of Samora Moisés Machel
- Banco de Moçambique logo
- Transparent polymer window
- Denomination numerals
- Governor’s signature
- Serial numbers
Samora Machel was Mozambique’s first President following independence in 1975 and remains one of the country’s most important historical figures.
Reverse
The reverse depicts:
- Black rhinoceros
- African savanna landscape
- Denomination numerals
- Decorative security elements
The black rhinoceros symbolizes Mozambique’s rich biodiversity and the importance of wildlife conservation across southern Africa.
Security Features
- Transparent polymer window
- Colour-shifting security element
- Watermark-like portrait of Samora Machel
- Raised tactile printing
- Iridescent security band
- Microprinting
- Serial numbering
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Mozambique 20 Meticais 2017 Pick 149b UNC polymer banknote combines cutting-edge polymer technology with beautiful African wildlife and national history. It is one of the most attractive modern banknotes issued in southern Africa.
Perfect for:
- African banknote collections
- Mozambique currency collections
- Polymer banknote collections
- Wildlife-themed banknotes
- Modern world paper money
- UNC banknote collections
Collector’s Note
The Pick 149b represents the updated 2017 signature variety of Mozambique’s polymer 20 Meticais. Featuring Samora Machel on the obverse and a black rhinoceros on the reverse, it is one of the most popular modern African polymer banknotes and the scarcer of the two main 20 Meticais varieties.
