Ghana 5 Cedis Commemorative 2017 UNC Banknote (Pick 43)
The Ghana 5 Cedis Commemorative 2017 banknote (Pick 43) is a special circulating commemorative issue released by the Bank of Ghana to celebrate 60 years of central banking in Ghana (1957–2017). This attractive note combines modern security technology with imagery representing Ghana’s history, economy, and national identity.
In uncirculated (UNC) condition, it is a highly desirable addition to any African or commemorative banknote collection.
Historical Significance
Issued on 4 March 2017, this commemorative note marks the 60th Anniversary of the Bank of Ghana, one of the country’s most important financial institutions. Commemorative banknotes celebrating central banking anniversaries are popular among collectors because they combine historical significance with limited special-issue appeal.
For collectors, this banknote represents:
- A commemorative Bank of Ghana issue
- A celebration of 60 years of central banking
- A modern African collectible
- A popular Pick 43 banknote
Technical Specifications
- Country: Ghana
- Denomination: 5 Cedis
- Year: 2017
- Pick Number: P-43
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Material: Paper
- Size: 131 × 68 mm
- Issuer: Bank of Ghana
Obverse
Features Dr. James Emman Kwegyir Aggrey, together with the Flagstaff House (Presidential Palace in Accra), the national coat of arms, and the inscription:
“Celebrating 60 Years of Central Banking in Ghana 1957–2017”.
Reverse
Depicts key elements of Ghana’s economy including:
- FPSO Kwame Nkrumah offshore oil vessel
- Cacao pod
- Gold bars
- Cowrie shells
- Coconut imagery
- QR code and national symbols
Security Features
- Windowed security thread
- Solid security thread
- Watermark of Dr. J.K. Aggrey
- Electrotype “5”
- Advanced anti-counterfeiting elements
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Ghana 5 Cedis Commemorative 2017 Pick 43 UNC banknote is one of the most attractive modern commemorative issues from Africa. Its historical significance, detailed design, and anniversary theme make it highly collectible.
Perfect for:
- World banknote collections
- African currency collections
- Commemorative banknote collectors
- Central banking themed collections
- Modern UNC banknote collections
