Issued by the Banco de Moçambique in 1986, this 50 Meticais banknote is part of the post-independence series highlighting Mozambique’s national identity, culture, and economic development.
The obverse features a portrait of a prominent Mozambican figure or national emblem, accompanied by denomination numerals, intricate guilloche patterns, and inscriptions in Portuguese.
The reverse depicts Mozambican cultural motifs, traditional symbols, or architectural elements that reflect the country’s heritage and history. Decorative borders and repeating denomination elements complete the design.
Issuer: Banco de Moçambique
Denomination: 50 Meticais
Year: 1986
Dimensions: Approx. 140 × 65 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, security thread, guilloche patterns