1961 RHODESIA AND NYASALAND 10 SHILLING BANKNOTE

Rhodesia & Nyasaland 10 Shilling Banknote – 1961 Issue

Pick 20 · Dated 13 January 1961 · Extremely Rare · £1,500

An exceptionally rare 10 Shilling banknote from the short‑lived Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland, dated 13 January 1961. Catalogued as Pick 20 in the Standard Catalogue of World Paper Money, this note is presented in lovely condition, making it a highly desirable piece for advanced collectors.

Features

• Issuer: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland
• Denomination: 10 Shillings
• Catalogue Reference: Pick 20
• Date: 13 January 1961
• Condition:lovely condition, extremely rare
• Price: £1,500

Obverse

• Portrait of Queen Elizabeth II at left.
• Denomination and issue details prominently displayed.
• Ornate design reflecting British colonial influence.

Reverse

• Lake and fauna scene, depicting African wildlife in a natural setting.
• Scenic vignette symbolising the Federation’s rich natural resources and landscapes.
• Denomination repeated with decorative border.

Historical Note

The Federation of Rhodesia and Nyasaland (1953–1963) was a short‑lived political union of Southern Rhodesia, Northern Rhodesia, and Nyasaland. Currency from this federation is scarce, and the 1961 10 Shilling note is particularly rare in uncirculated condition, as most were heavily used in circulation. The reverse’s lake and fauna scene adds strong visual appeal, making this note a centrepiece for collectors of African and Commonwealth banknotes.

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