Issued by the Central Bank of Nigeria in 1967, this 1 Pound banknote belongs to the pre-decimal currency period, reflecting Nigeria’s early post-independence monetary system.
The obverse features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, accompanied by denomination numerals, English inscriptions, and fine guilloche patterns typical of Commonwealth issues.
The reverse depicts traditional Nigerian motifs and agricultural imagery, symbolizing the country’s economy and cultural heritage. Ornamental borders and repeating denomination elements complete the design.
Issuer: Central Bank of Nigeria
Denomination: 1 Pound
Year: 1967
Dimensions: Approx. 152 × 85 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark (Queen Elizabeth II), guilloche patterns
