Namibia 200 Dollars Hendrik Witbooi 2026 Pick 24b UNC Banknote
The Namibia 200 Dollars 2026 Pick 24b is the 2026 variety of the redesigned N$200 issued by the Bank of Namibia. It belongs to the country’s newest generation of circulating banknotes and retains the traditional combination of Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi and Namibian wildlife while introducing updated security technology.
The N$200 is the highest regular denomination of the Namibian Dollar and retains its distinctive purple colour scheme. The current design measures 152 × 70 mm.
Presented in UNC (Uncirculated) condition, this very recent 2026 variety is an excellent addition for collectors of new African banknote issues.
Historical Background
The Namibian Dollar was introduced in 1993, and Hendrik Witbooi has appeared on the country’s banknotes since the earliest national issues. In Namibia’s modern series, Witbooi remains on the higher N$50, N$100 and N$200 denominations.
The redesigned 200 Dollars was introduced in 2025 and is catalogued as Pick 24, with the series covering 2025–2026. The 2026 issue represents the later P-24b variety.
Technical Specifications
- Country: Namibia
- Denomination: 200 Dollars
- Year: 2026
- Pick Number: P-24b
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Issuer: Bank of Namibia
- Currency: Namibian Dollar (NAD)
- Material: Paper
- Dimensions: 152 × 70 mm
- Dominant Colour: Purple
- Series: Third Generation / Upgraded Series
Obverse
The obverse features:
- Portrait of Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi
- Parliament Building in Windhoek
- Bank of Namibia logo
- Gold-to-green SPARK colour-changing security element
- Denomination numerals
- Serial numbers
Hendrik Witbooi (c. 1830–1905) was a prominent Nama leader and an important figure in resistance against German colonial rule. His portrait has become one of the most recognisable elements of Namibian currency.
Reverse
The reverse depicts:
- Three roan antelopes
- Coat of Arms of Namibia
- Namibian natural imagery
- Denomination numerals
- Bank of Namibia inscriptions
The roan antelope (Hippotragus equinus) is one of Africa’s largest antelope species and is identifiable by its powerful build, long curved horns and distinctive black-and-white facial markings. The Bank of Namibia officially identifies the roan antelope as the wildlife motif of the N$200 denomination.
Security Features
The modern N$200 incorporates advanced security technology including:
- Gold-to-green SPARK OVI Bank of Namibia logo
- PUREIMAGE windowed security thread
- Watermark security feature
- Raised engraved portrait
- See-through BON registration device
- Tactile relief marks for visually impaired users
- Microprinting
- Fine-line security patterns
- Serial numbering
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Namibia 200 Dollars 2026 Pick 24b UNC banknote represents the highest denomination of Namibia’s newest currency generation. Its large format, distinctive purple design and combination of Hendrik Witbooi with roan antelopes make it one of the standout contemporary banknotes of Southern Africa.
Perfect for:
- Namibia banknote collections
- African currency collections
- 2026 new banknote issues
- Hendrik Witbooi banknotes
- Wildlife-themed banknotes
- Antelope collections
- High-denomination banknotes
- UNC world paper money collections
Collector’s Note
The Pick 24b is the 2026 variety of Namibia’s redesigned N$200. The Pick 24 design is catalogued for 2025–2026 and retains the classic N$200 themes of Hendrik Witbooi and roan antelopes, but with the refreshed design and modern security features of Namibia’s newest currency family.
For a complete new-series Namibia collection, it pairs naturally with P-20 N$10, P-21 N$20, P-22 N$50, P-23 N$100 and P-24 N$200.
