Category: Africa
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Specimen Banknotes : To Be or Not to Be (Real).. That is the Question
The world of banknotes is rich in its offerings for collectors and poses a plethora of choices when it comes to building a collection. Legal tender notes are most commonly sought after however other types can also factor in, such as play or funny money, movie set notes, replica notes and specimen notes, to name…
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The Pride of Banknotes: Lions Featured on Money
There are many cool themes, icons and depictions on banknotes that can grab a collector’s attention. Some of these subjects feature various persons, such as presidents or heads of state. Subjects also include flora and fauna, geographic locations, landscapes, and many others. Among the more prominent categories are flora and fauna, particularly in countries where…
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Here’s Looking at You, Dirham: Morocco’s 200 Banknote
The Dirham (MAD) is the national currency of Morocco. Its first appearance was in form of coins between the 8th – 10th centuries, followed by its second coming as coins and also banknotes as of the 20th century, more specifically 1960. That year marked Morocco’s independence following a period of nearly 50 years during which…
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