The 500,000 Kwanzas banknote issued in 1991 by the Banco Nacional de Angola represents a rare and remarkable piece from a time of severe economic instability, following the end of the civil war. This uncirculated note features intricate artwork showcasing national emblems and design patterns illustrative of Angola’s heritage during that turbulent era. As one of the highest denominations ever printed, it stands out as a unique and prestigious addition to advanced collections 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
50000
A VITÓRIA É CERTA
Translation: National Bank of Angola, Victory is Certain
Reverse
Telecommunication station in Luanda, Denomination above, National Coat of Arms lower left, Mask upper right
Script: Latin
Lettering:
CINQUENTA MIL KWANZAZ
REAJUSTADOS
Translation: Fifty Thousand Kwanzas Reajustados
Features
| Issuer | Angola |
|---|---|
| Issuing bank | National Bank of Angola |
| Ruling authority | Republic (1992-date) |
| Type | Standard circulation banknotes |
| Year | 1995 |
| Value | 50 000 Kwanzas Reajustados (50 000 AOR) |
| Currency | Kwanza Reajustado (1995-1999) |
| Composition | Paper |
| Size | 163 × 70 mm |
| Shape | Rectangular |
| Demonetized | 30 November 1999 |
