Mozambique 50 Meticais Samora Moisés Machel 2024 Pick 156 Polymer UNC Banknote
The Mozambique 50 Meticais 2024 Pick 156 banknote was issued by the Banco de Moçambique on 16 June 2024 as part of the country’s redesigned 2024 Series. Printed on durable Guardian® polymer substrate, it combines advanced security technology with a tribute to Samora Moisés Machel, the first President of independent Mozambique.
Presented in UNC (Uncirculated) condition, this attractive polymer banknote is one of Mozambique’s newest circulating issues and an excellent addition to collections of modern African currency.
Historical Background
The 2024 Series was introduced to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Banco de Moçambique and the 45th anniversary of the Metical. The new banknotes preserve Samora Moisés Machel on the obverse of every denomination while assigning each value a different national theme. The 50 Meticais highlights Mozambique’s remarkable wildlife through the image of the greater kudu (Tragelaphus strepsiceros), one of Africa’s most elegant antelopes.
Technical Specifications
- Country: Mozambique
- Denomination: 50 Meticais
- Year: 2024
- Issue Date: 16 June 2024
- Pick Number: P-156
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Issuer: Banco de Moçambique
- Currency: Mozambican Metical (MZN)
- Material: Guardian® Polymer
- Dimensions: 144 × 65 mm
- Series: 2024 Series
Obverse
The obverse features:
- Portrait of Samora Moisés Machel
- Banco de Moçambique logo
- Tree motif
- Antelope registration device
- Transparent polymer security window
- Denomination numerals
- Serial numbers
Samora Moisés Machel (1933–1986) served as the first President of independent Mozambique from 1975 and is regarded as one of the nation’s founding figures. His portrait appears throughout the entire 2024 banknote series.
Reverse
The reverse depicts:
- Greater kudu antelope (Tragelaphus strepsiceros)
- Savanna landscape
- Cave paintings of hunters
- Outline map of Mozambique
- Stylised human figures
- Large denomination numerals
The greater kudu is one of Africa’s most iconic antelopes and is found in several Mozambican conservation areas. The inclusion of prehistoric rock art links the country’s wildlife with its rich cultural and archaeological heritage.
Security Features
- Transparent Guardian® polymer substrate
- Large transparent security window
- Shadow portrait of Samora Moisés Machel
- Microprinting
- Raised tactile printing
- Advanced UV security features
- Registration device
- Serial numbering
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Mozambique 50 Meticais 2024 Pick 156 Polymer UNC banknote combines cutting-edge polymer technology with one of Africa’s most beautiful wildlife designs. Featuring the elegant greater kudu and modern security elements, it is an outstanding addition to any collection of contemporary world banknotes.
Perfect for:
- Mozambique banknote collections
- African currency collections
- Polymer banknotes
- Wildlife-themed banknotes
- Antelope collections
- UNC world paper money collections
Collector’s Note
The Pick 156 is the first 50 Meticais issued in Mozambique’s 2024 Series, replacing the earlier 2011 polymer Pick 150. While retaining the portrait of Samora Moisés Machel, the new design introduces updated security features and a striking depiction of the greater kudu, making it one of the most attractive modern polymer banknotes issued in Southern Africa.
