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Mauritania - 500 Ouguiya 1979 - Pick # 4as - Specimen - UNC

Description

This banknote features intricate designs and vibrant colors, showcasing cultural motifs and security elements. It is a notable example of currency art, blending functionality with aesthetic appeal. The colors range from green to orange, enhancing the visual richness. Security features, including watermarks and specific patterns, exemplify modern banknote production aimed at preventing counterfeiting.


Obverse (front)
The front of the banknote displays a prominent use of geometric patterns and calligraphic elements. The dominant colors are green and orange, creating a striking contrast. There is a serial number that is crucial for currency tracking. The intricate designs exhibit a traditional artistic style, while modern security features like the watermark and microprinting ensure authenticity.

Reverse (back)
On the back, the banknote continues the theme of intricate designs, with repeating geometric patterns and color gradations in orange and green. The notable crescent motif represents cultural significance. The back also shows spaces for serial numbers and may include additional security features, though specific imagery is less defined compared to the front.

SPECIMEN: Demonstration banknote used by banks and printers, marked with "SPECIMEN." Never circulated, often in pristine condition, making it highly collectible.

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Auction
E - Auction # 21 / World Banknotes / March
Main categorie
Banknotes
Country
Mauritania
Year
1979

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Our auction presents an extensive and highly diverse offering that will certainly appeal to collectors and enthusiasts alike.

You will find a range of interesting propaganda banknotes, each with its own historical background and character. In addition, we offer a broad and varied selection from the former Yugoslavia, including many attractive and hard-to-find issues.

For the specialized collector, there is also a large number of replacement banknotes, as well as a fine selection of color trials from Iceland — pieces that rarely appear on the market and can be a valuable addition to an advanced collection.

In short, something for everyone: from historical issues to rare trial prints and specialized collector’s items.

We wish you great pleasure in exploring this auction and hope you will discover exceptional pieces to enrich your collection!

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