Mauritania

Mauritanian ouguiya banknotes, including a 10-note uncirculated set of old ouguiya from 1974 to 2015.

A rare chance to own a full run of a currency that no longer exists in that form.

History and frequently asked questions below ↓

About Mauritania banknotes

Mauritania introduced the ouguiya in 1973, replacing the CFA franc at five francs to one ouguiya. In 2018 a new ouguiya replaced the old at ten to one, with new notes. The ouguiya is one of the world's two non-decimal currencies: one ouguiya equals five khoums.

See also: African banknotes, Morocco and bundles and starter packs.

Frequently asked questions

Is the ouguiya decimal?

No. One ouguiya equals five khoums, so it is one of only two non-decimal currencies today, together with Madagascar's ariary.

What is the "old ouguiya"?

The currency used from 1973 until 2018, when it was replaced by the new ouguiya at ten to one.

When was the ouguiya introduced?

In 1973, replacing the CFA franc.

Are your Mauritania banknotes genuine?

Yes. Every Mauritania note we sell is a genuine banknote, never a copy or replica. Each listing states the grade, gives the Pick catalogue number where one exists and shows the front and back, and every order ships tracked from Hungary.