World Currency
East Africa East African Currency Board 20 Shillings = 1 Pound 1.1.1952 Pick 30b PMG Choice About Unc 58 EPQ. Just a light centerfold is seen on this desirable, larger sized banknote. Often encountered in Very Fine grade, this type is heightened in the better grades, as all design elements become more clearly visible and therefore enjoyable. The lion and Mount Kilimanjaro design at back is on full display. 1st January 1952 is seen on this example, which is the final date for the series. In fact, King George VI passed away the following month, while the then-Princess Elizabeth was in Kenya during a Commonwealth tour. It was in East Africa than Elizabeth II became Queen. https://currency.ha.com/itm/world-currency/east-africa-east-african-currency-board-20-shillings-1-pound-111952-pick-30b-pmg-choice-about-unc-58-epq/a/4025-28221.s?type=CoinArchivesCurrency4025 HID08706262019 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 400-600 USD