{"product_id":"angola-500-escudos-1972-p-102-vf","title":"Angola 500 Escudos 1972 P-102 VF","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStep into a powerful chapter of African and Portuguese history with this authentic 1972 Angola 500 Escudos banknote, issued during the final years of Portuguese administration. A striking piece for collectors, this note captures both political legacy and cultural heritage in exquisite engraved detail.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🌍 Historical Significance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIssued by the Bank of Angola during the period of Portuguese overseas rule, this banknote reflects a pivotal era leading up to Angola’s independence. It’s more than currency, it’s a preserved moment in time.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e👤 Obverse Details\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFeatures a finely engraved portrait of António Óscar de Fragoso Carmona, former President of Portugal, centered prominently. To the left, the Portuguese Angolan coat of arms reinforces its colonial identity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e🏞 Reverse Design\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShowcases the breathtaking landscape of Pedras de Pungo Andongo, one of Angola’s most iconic natural landmarks, adding scenic beauty and geographical importance to the note.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💧 Watermark\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAuthentic watermark depicting Marshal Carmona, visible when held to light, a classic security feature and collector favorite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e📊 Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCountry: Angola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIssuing Bank: Bank of Angola\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePeriod: Overseas province of Portugal (1951–1975)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrency: Escudo (1958–1977)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCondition: VF (Very Fine – visible circulation with strong details)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition: Paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 150 × 75 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDemonetized: Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan\u003e💡 Why Collect This Note?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis piece blends colonial history, African heritage, and classic banknote artistry, making it ideal for world currency collectors, history enthusiasts, or anyone building a unique vintage collection.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1715\" data-end=\"1718\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1831\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"1870\" data-start=\"1834\"\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Guarantee\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1834\" data-end=\"1870\"\u003eDisclaimer\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll sales, returns, and guarantees for this item are governed strictly by our Terms of Service. 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