The 10,000 Kwanzas banknote issued in 1991 by the Banco Nacional de Angola captures a pivotal moment in Angola’s economic and cultural history, emerging from the aftermath of the civil war. This uncirculated note showcases prominent national figures and symbolic imagery that highlight the country’s resilience and identity during the early 1990s. Intricate engravings and protective design details make it a distinguished and meaningful addition to any collection of African currency.
Obverse
Portraits of José Eduardo dos Santos (1942), in background, is an Angolan politician who served as President of Angola from 1979 to 2017, and António Agostinho Neto (1922-1979) in front, was an Angolan politician and poet. He served as the 1st President of Angola (1975–1979), having led the Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA) in the war for independence (1961–1974) in circle at right, Denomination at left
Script: Latin
Lettering:
BANCO NACIONAL DE ANGOLA
10000
A VITÓRIA É CERTA
Translation: National Bank of Angola, Victory is Certain
Reverse
Sable antelope herd, Denomination above, National Coat of Arms lower left
Script: Latin
Lettering: DEZ MIL KWANZAS
Translation: Ten Thousand Kwanzas
Comments
Signature 18 =
Features
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | National Bank of Angola |
| Ruling authority | People’s Republic (1975-1992) |
| Type | Standard circulation banknotes |
| Year | 1991 |
| Value | 10 000 Kwanzas (10 000 AON) |
| Currency | Novo kwanza (1990-1995) |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 165 × 68 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Demonetized | Yes |
