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Mozambique 5 Libras 1934 P-R32 F CANCELLED
Mozambique 5 Libras 1934 P-R32 F CANCELLED
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Own a rare and historic piece of Portuguese colonial African currency with this Mozambique 5 Libras banknote dated 1934 (Pick P-R32) in Fine (F) condition, featuring an official CANCELLED / perforated marking.
Issued by the Companhia de Moçambique (Mozambique Company) in Mozambique, this banknote was part of a unique private colonial currency system used during the early 20th century under the Portuguese Empire.
These notes are now demonetized and highly collectible, especially in cancelled form, which represents official withdrawal from circulation and adds historical authenticity.
Banknote Design
Obverse
The front of the banknote features the Portuguese coat of arms placed over an armillary sphere, surrounded by laurel leaves, symbolizing imperial authority and maritime heritage.
Other design elements include:
- Portuguese inscriptions: “Companhia de Moçambique”
- Promise to pay the bearer five pounds sterling
- Issue location: Beira, 15 January 1934
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Repeated denomination “CINCO 5” patterns
The design reflects the colonial administrative and financial system of Portuguese Africa.
Reverse
The reverse presents a clean and bold layout with:
- Large denomination text “CINCO LIBRAS ESTERLINAS”
- Repeated numeric values
- Symmetrical engraving and security patterns
This minimalist reverse design emphasizes the note’s monetary value and official authority.
Historical Background
This banknote was issued during the period when Mozambique was part of the Portuguese Empire (1910–1951) and controlled in part by chartered companies like the Mozambique Company.
Unlike standard government-issued currency, these notes were:
- Issued by a private concessionary company
- Used in specific regions such as Beira
- Backed by colonial economic activity
After the end of this system, the notes were withdrawn and often cancelled (perforated), making surviving examples important historical artifacts.
Interesting Facts About This Banknote
- Issued by a private colonial company, not a central bank – rare in world currency history.
- Denominated in pounds sterling, showing strong economic ties to British monetary systems.
- Printed by Bradbury Wilkinson, one of the most respected banknote printers in the world.
- The CANCELLED perforation indicates official demonetization and adds collectible appeal.
Condition – F (Fine, Cancelled)
This banknote is in Fine condition, meaning:
- Visible circulation wear
- Folds, creases, and handling marks
- Perforated CANCELLED marking present
- Fully intact with clear historical design
A great collectible example of a large-format colonial banknote.
Why Collect This Banknote?
- Rare Portuguese colonial Africa banknote
- Issued by the Mozambique Company (private issuer)
- Large, impressive pre-WWII banknote format
- Officially CANCELLED – unique collectible type
- Ideal for world paper money and colonial currency collectors
📦 Packaging: Securely placed in a protective sleeve for safe shipping.
📜 Authenticity: Genuine 1934 banknote issued in colonial Mozambique.
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CONDITION GUIDE
Gem Uncirculated
A note that is flawless, with the same freshness, crispness and bright color as when first printed. It
must be perfectly centered, with full margins, and free of any marks, blemishes or traces of handling.
About Uncirculated
A bright, crisp note that appears new but upon close examination shows a trace of very light use, such as a corner fold or faint crease. 'About Uncirculated' is a borderline condition, applied to a note which may not be quite uncirculated, but yet is obviously better than an average Extra Fine note. Such notes command a price only slightly below a new note and are highly desirable.
Extra Fine
A note that shows some faint evidence of circulation, although it will still be bright and retain nearly full crispness. It may have two or three minor folds or creases but no tears or stains and no discolorations.
Very Fine
A note that has been in circulation, but not actively or for long. It still retains some crispness and is still choice enough in its condition to be altogether desirable. It may show folds or creases, or some light smudges from the hands of a past generation. Sometimes, Very Fine notes are the best available in certain rare issues, and they should accordingly be cherished just as much as uncirculated notes.
Fine
A fine note shows evidence of much more circulation, has lost its crispness and very fine detail, and creases are more pronounced, although the note is still not seriously soiled or stained.
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