Catalog
5 Kina large white background
| Issuer | Bank of Papua New Guinea |
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| Year | 1975 |
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| Size | 145 x 73 mm |
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| Obverse description | Red and maroon on multicoloured underprint. Central vignette at left-centre presents the national coat of arms, with the Bird of Paradise perched atop a spear and a Kundu drum, rendered as the principal device of the design. The note carries inscriptions identifying the issuing authority and denomination in both English words and numerals. |
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| Reverse description | Red and maroon on multicoloured underprint. The reverse carries two principal cultural motifs: a Sepik Hombuli mask rendered as a central vignette, accompanied by a composition of traditional necklaces fashioned from Kina shells. The design reflects the indigenous artistic heritage of Papua New Guinea and incorporates the issuer's name as a legend. |
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| Protection type | Watermark |
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