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Friday, 22 August 2025

4084) Namibia has introduced upgraded Banknotes and Brand new Coinage with the theme of “Our Currency, Our Heritage, Our Pride – Meet the Next Generation of the Namibia Dollar”: New Look, Same Value: 2025:

4084) Namibia has introduced upgraded Banknotes and Brand new Coinage with the theme of “Our Currency, Our Heritage, Our Pride – Meet the Next Generation of the Namibia Dollar”: New Look, Same Value: 2025:

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1) Namibia has introduced upgraded Banknotes and Brand new Coinage with the theme of "Our Currency, Our Heritage, Our Pride - Meet the Next Generation of the Namibian Dollar": New Look, Same value: 2025

Namibia, (officially the Republic of Namibia) is a country in Southern Africa.

Its borders include the Atlantic Ocean to the west, Angola and Zambia to the north, Botswana to the east and South Africa to the south; in the northeast, approximating a quadripoint, Zimbabwe lies less than 200 metres (660 feet) away along the Zambezi River near Kazungula, Zambia. Namibia's capital and largest city is Windhoek.

Namibia is the driest country in sub-Saharan Africa, and has been inhabited since prehistoric times by the Khoi, San, Damara and Nama people.

Around the 14th centuryimmigrating Bantu peoples arrived as part of the Bantu expansion.

From 1600 the Ovambo formed kingdoms, such as Ondonga and Oukwanyama.

In 1884, the German Empire established rule over most of the territory, forming a colony known as German South West Africa.

Between 1904 and 1908, German troops waged a punitive campaign against the Herero and Nama which escalated into the first genocide of the 20th century.

German rule ended during the First World War with a 1915 defeat by South African forces.

In 2021, German and Namibian diplomats created a "reconciliation agreement" acknowledging atrocities from the German colonial period.

In 1920, after the end of the war, the League of Nations mandated administration of the colony to South Africa. From 1948, with the National Party elected to power, this included South Africa applying apartheid to what was then known as South West Africa.

In the later 20th century, uprisings and demands for political representation resulted in the United Nations assuming direct responsibility over the territory in 1966, but South Africa maintained de facto rule until 1973.

That year the UN recognised the South West Africa People's Organisation (SWAPO) as the official representative of the Namibian people.

Namibia gained independence from South Africa on 21 March 1990, following the South African Border War. However, Walvis Bay and the Penguin Islands remained under South African control until 1994.

Namibia is a stable parliamentary democracy.

Agriculture, tourism and the mining industry – including mining for gem diamonds, uranium, gold, silver and base metals – form the basis of its economy, while the manufacturing sector is comparatively small.

Despite significant GDP growth since its independence, poverty and inequality remain significant in the country. 40.9% of the population is affected by multidimensional poverty, and more than 400,000 people continue to live in informal housing.

With a population of 3.1 million people, Namibia is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world. Since the end of the Cold War, it has attracted notable immigration from Germany, Angola, and Zimbabwe. 

Namibia is a member state of the United Nations, the Southern African Development Community, the African Union and the Commonwealth of Nations.

The New Banknotes and Coins:

The Bank of Namibia has officially released the next generation of the Namibia dollar, designed and printed in collaboration with the security and Banknote printing major - "De La Rue". 

- De La Rue has once again partnered with the Bank’s currency team and witnessed their clear vision and unwavering commitment to excellence in banknote design and production. 

- Following the successful release of the "N$60 commemorative polymer banknote" on SAFEGUARD® earlier this year, De La Rue has been entrusted with a second major initiative.

The new banknote series features a range of cutting-edge security enhancements:

- These include De La Rue’s IGNITE® and PUREIMAGE™ security threads, as well as the Enhanced GEMINI™ UV print feature.

Both IGNITE® and PUREIMAGE™ are seamlessly integrated into the design, leveraging the threads’ customisation capabilities. 

- Each denomination showcases a unique antelope species, reflected through the security thread, watermark, and print elements.

The new banknotes are set to enter circulation later this year from March 2025 onwards.

- The newly introduced second-generation coinage series, the first complete redesign since the Namibia Dollar's introduction in 1993, will enter circulation in August 2025

The coins are lighter, smaller, and more durable, making everyday transactions easier and more efficient.

The Bank of Namibia introduced its upgraded Banknote Series alongside a fully redesigned new Namibian Coinage Series, marking a historic milestone in the Bank’s 35th year journey of promoting price and financial stability.

Launched under the fitting theme, “Our Currency, Our Heritage, Our Pride – Meet the Next Generation of the Namibia Dollar”, the new series celebrates both continuity and innovation in the evolution of Namibian currency. 

- The unveiling marks a significant chapter in Namibia’s economic story, one that embodies continuity, national identity, and the spirit of innovation that is central to the Bank’s mission.

The introduction of the new currency series is driven by a bold objective

To modernise Namibia’s currency in line with international standards, while reinforcing its national identity and purpose. 

This upgrade is not merely aesthetic; it reinforces the security, functionality and integrity of our currency, ensuring it remains a trusted means of exchange while embodying the nation’s ambitions, values, resilience and aspirations in a rapidly changing, technologically driven world. 

This means the currency must evolve with cutting-edge security features to stay ahead of counterfeiters and safeguard public trust.

- The newly introduced second-generation Coinage Series, the first complete redesign since the Namibia Dollar’s introduction in 1993, will enter circulation in August 2025.

- The coins are lighter, smaller, and more durable, making everyday transactions easier and more efficient. 

- Instead of depicting Namibia’s fauna and flora, the new coins now symbolically represent the five key sectors that anchor Namibia’s economy.

These sectors were selected for their substantial contributions to national GDP and their pivotal roles in driving economic growth and development:

• The N$0.10 cent coin features the pearl millet or mahangu, symbolising Namibia’s agricultural backbone and its vital contribution to food security.

• The N$0.20 cent coin is a new coin introduced to bridge the gap between the N$0.10c and N$0.50c coin denominations. It celebrates the manufacturing sector through the lens of renewable energy, reflecting Namibia’s commitment to sustainable development and environmental stewardship.

• The N$0.50 cent coin depicts the breathtaking landscapes of Sossusvlei and Deadvlei, a proud tribute to Namibia’s tourism sector and its role in shaping the nation’s natural heritage and sharing it with the world.

• The N$1.00 coin honours the vibrancy of the retail sector, symbolised by the human connection in everyday trade through hands exchanging coins.

• Lastly, the N$5.00-coin features both polished and rough diamonds, representing the mining sector’s enduring contribution to the national economy and its global stature in the diamond industry.

-  In reimagining the third-generation banknotes, the Bank of Namibia has harmonised innovation with continuity. 

- The upgraded banknotes feature a refined, modern aesthetic with richer colours, cleaner lines, and enhanced security features that provide robust protection against counterfeiting

A notable advancement is the introduction of a hightech composite substrate, the material on which the banknotes are printed for the N$10.00 and N$20.00 denominations, combining the durability of polymer with the familiar feel of paper that Namibians are used to, ensuring greater longevity and resilience.

The designs remain deeply rooted in national heritage, continue to honour the revered figures of the Founding Father, His Excellency Dr. Sam Shafiishuna Nujoma, and Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi

- The Reverse side of the banknotes continues to celebrate Namibia’s iconic wildlife, reflecting the country’s natural wealth and enduring beauty.

- Inclusivity was a key consideration in the redesign. The upgraded banknotes incorporate tactile features to better support the visually impaired and partially sighted, ensuring that all Namibians can confidently interact with their currency. 

The edges of each coin have been customised to enable easy identification.

- The Bank of Namibia has confirmed that the new currency series will officially enter circulation in August 2025, alongside the current series to ensure a smooth and seamless transition

- To support the public in recognising and adapting to the new features, the Bank will be conducting a comprehensive, countrywide awareness campaign.

- This campaign will educate citizens on the security features, proper handling, and authenticity checks of the upgraded banknotes and new coins, ensuring that all Namibians, across all regions, are well-informed and confident in the use of their money.

Some of the images of Banknotes which will enter into circulation:

Namibia - new 60-dollar Polymer Banknote commemorative Banknote   introduced 17.03.2025:


According to a press release, the bank introduced the new N$ 60 notes into circulation on 17 March 2025.

On 5 March 2025, the Bank of Namibia unveiled new 60-dollar polymer notes to commemorate Dr. Hage Gottfried Geingob, who devoted 60 years of his life to “service and steadfast dedication to Namibia’s democracy, economic progress, and social inclusion,” culminating in his serving as the 3rd president of Nambia (21 March 2015 – 4 February 2024). 

2,000,000 notes were printed by Oumolat Security Printing in Abu Dhabi under subcontract by De la Rue.

The Specifications of this Banknote are:

Colour: Brown, orange, green, blue, and purple. 

Front: English text; facade of Independence Memorial Museum in Windhoek; 3rd president H.E. Dr. Hage Gottfried Geingob; Constituent Assembly of 1990; bank logo in purple-to-bronze SPARK Live; head of Hage Geingob in profile facing right on CCL Secure G-Switch window. Back: English text; wind turbines, hydrogen tank, biomass, solar panels; Hage Geingob holding football cup at his inauguration on 21 March 2015 at Independence Stadium in Windhoek; coat of arms; facade of Independence Memorial Museum in Windhoek. No security thread. Watermark (shadow image): None. 

Printer: (Oumolat Security Printing). 

Size: 140.00 mm x 70.00 mm. Polymer.

100 dollars:

The specifications of this Banknote are:

Colour: Pink, green, and yellow. 

Front: English text; Parliament building in Windhoek; Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi; bank logo in green-to-gold SPARK; BON as registration device. 

Back: English text; BON as registration device; Namibian coat of arms; three standing oryx antelope (Oryx gazella). Ignite windowed security thread. Watermark: Hendrik Witbooi and electrotype 100. 

Printer: (De La Rue). 

Size: 147.00 mm x 70.00 mm. Paper.

Namibia new 100-dollar note is reported for introduction August 2025.  

Namibia new 50-dollar note (B222a) reported for introduction August 2025:

These notes are like the preceding issues, but with a refined, modern aesthetic with richer colours, cleaner lines, and enhanced security features. 

The two lowest denominations are printed on a composite substrate which combines the durability of polymer with the familiar feel of paper, ensuring greater longevity and resilience. The upgraded banknotes incorporate tactile features to better support the visually impaired and partially sighted.

 The specifications of this Banknote are:

Colour: Green and orange. 

Front: English text; Parliament building in Windhoek; Kaptein Hendrik Witbooi; bank logo in green-to-gold SPARK; BON as registration device.

Back: English text; BON as registration device; Namibian coat of arms; five standing kudo antelope (Tragelaphus stepsiceros). Ignite windowed security thread. Watermark: Hendrik Witbooi and electrotype 50.

Printer: (De La Rue).

Size: 140 x 70 mm. Paper. 

Namibia new 20-dollar note (B221a) reported for introduction August 2025:

- These notes are like the preceding issues, but with a refined, modern aesthetic with richer colors, cleaner lines, and enhanced security features. 

- The two lowest denominations are printed on a composite substrate which combines the durability of polymer with the familiar feel of paper, ensuring greater longevity and resilience. - The upgraded banknotes incorporate tactile features to better support the visually impaired and partially sighted.

The specifications of this Banknote are:

Colour: Orange, purple, and green. 

Front: English text; Parliament building in Windhoek; H.E. Dr. Sam Nujoma; BON as registration device. Back: English text; BON as registration device; Namibian coat of arms; three standing red hartebeest. PureImage windowed security thread. Watermark: Sam Nujoma and electrotype 20. 

Printer: (De La Rue). 

Size: 134.00 mm x 70.00 mm. Composite (Durasafe).

Namibia new 10-dollar note (B220a) reported for introduction August 2025:

The specifications of this Banknote are:

Colour: Blue, green, and yellow. Front: English text; Parliament building in Windhoek; H.E. Dr. Sam Nujoma; BON as registration device. 

Back: English text; BON as registration device Namibian coat of arms; three standing springbok antelope (Antidorcas marsupialis). PureImage windowed security thread. Watermark: Sam Nujoma and electrotype 10. 

Printer: (De La Rue). 

Size: 129.00 mm x 70.00 mm. Composite (Durasafe).







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2) Experience Nature - "Butterflies" on Bonaire: "Experience Nature 2024-2026 Perennial Stamp Series": A set of Stamps issued by PostNL (Netherlands Post) featuring the Flora and Fauna found in this part of the Netherlands: Date of Stamp Set issue: 12.02.2024

3) Experience Nature - Stamp Series Sint Eustastius:: "Underwater Life": A set of ten Postage stamps brought out by PostNL (Netherlands Post): Date/Year of Stamp sheet issue: 09.06.2025

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10) Poptaslot Castle, The Netherlands: The Tenth and second last Coin to be released in the "Dutch Castles Coin Series": A Silver Ducat Trade Coin with a history spanning over 350 years, minted by the Royal Dutch Mint (RDM): Year of Coin issue: 2023 

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34) "UN Crypto Stamps", United Nations: "New Technologies for the United Nations Stamp Series": Series II of United Nations Crypto Stamps issued by the United Nations Postal Administration (UNPA) which run on Blockchain Technolgy: Date of Stamps issue:18.11.2022

35) 2022 NL Crypto Stamp - Duo Set Crypto The Netherlands (NL) + Oostenrijk (Austria) - Collectibles: Date of Joint Crypto Stamp issue: 22.09.2022

36) Tarzan of the Apes, Netherlands: A Medal/Coin issued by the Royal Dutch Mint (RDM) depicting the popular fictional legend of Tarzan of the Apes: Date/Year of Coin/Medal issued: 2022

37) "EpilepsieNL" (Epilepsy), Netherlands: 130th Annversary milestone (1893-2023): Two Coins/Medals in Coincard issued by the Royal Dutch Mint (RDM): Year of Coins issue: 2023

38) Sesame Street, Netherlands: 45 Years of Sesame Street Milestone (1968-2023): The Royal Dutch MInt has released the complete collection of Sesame Street Muppets: Date/Year of Coins issue: 2023

39) Holland America Lines, Netherlands: 150th Anniversary milestone (1873-2023): PostNL (Netherlands Post) has issued a 24-carat Gold Stamp with the denomination of "1" (for items weighing upto 20g for domestic/inland post): Date of Stamp issue: 18.04.2023

40) "The Compliment", Netherlands: "Dutch Design Stamp Series": PostNL (Netherlands Post) has issued the Fifth Stamp Sheet, all stamps marked "International 1": Date of Stamp Sheet issued: 23.10.2023

41) Molly the Cat, Netherlands: PostNL (Netherlands Post) has issued a stamp sheet of five personal stamps of "Nederland 1" value featuring Molly the Cat: Date of Stamp set issue: 12.02.2024

42) Keukenhof's Flower Show Exhibition, Netherlands:"75th Annioversary milestone (1949-2024):PostNL (Netherlands Post) has brought out a six Stamp Sheet which feature the following spring flowers 0 the Iris, Daffodil sand Tulip of "Internationaal 1" value each: Date of Sheet issue: 01.03.2024

43) "Shaping the Future Together", Netherlands: PostNL (Netherlands Post) held in Noordwijk from 30.09.2024 to 06.10.2024: PostNL has issued a Stamp sheet: Date of Stamp sheet issued: 30.09.2024

44) The first flight between Amsterdam and Batavia, Netherlands:100th Anniversary (1924-2924): A one Euro Coin in a CoinCard features the flight in a Fokker F.VII with three crew members on 01.10.1924: Date of CoinCard issue: 01.10.2024

45) 80 Years of Suske and Wiske Medal Collec tion, Netherlands: The Royal Dutch Mint (RDM) has issued a set of 12 Medals featuring populat characters from the Belgian Comic Magazine: Date/Year of Medals issue: 03/2025

46) Discovery Channel (now Discovery+ on HBO Max) is 40 Years old: A special Coin in a Coincard minted by the Royal Dutch Mint (RDM) celebrates the milestone: Date/Year of Coincard issue: 2025

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1) Intangible Cultural Heritage, Netherlands: PostNL (Netherlands Post) has issued a set of 15 postage stamps featuring different forms of Intangible Cultural Heritage in the country: Date/Year of Stamps issue: 16.09.2024

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11) Experience Nature - Oisterwijk Woods and Fens located in the province of Noord-Brabant: "Experience Nature 2021-2023 Perennial Series": A set of ten stamps issued by PostNL (Netherlands Post) featuring the Flora & Fauna of the Nature Reserves: Date of Stamp Set issue: 14.08.2023

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2) Experience Nature - "Butterflies" on Bonaire: "Experience Nature 2024-2026 Perennial Stamp Series": A set of Stamps issued by PostNL (Netherlands Post) featuring the Flora and Fauna found in this part of the Netherlands: Date of Stamp Set issue: 12.02.2024

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6) 100 Years of Nature & Environment Protection, Luxembourg: Commemorating the Centenary Anniversary of the "Letzebuerger Natur a Vulleschutsliga a.s.b.l. (Luxembourg Nature and Bird Protection Society):A 0.80 Euro Stamp issued by Luxembourg Postes (Post): Date of stamp issue: 10.03.2020

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23) Universal Declaration of Human Rights (United Nations), Belgium: Bpost (Belgian Post) has issued a Stamp Sheetlet which showcases a fingerprint in which a face is hidden as a symbolic representation of the theme - "identity": Date of Stamps issue: 20.03.2023

24) Asteroid Day (or "International Asteroid Day), Luxembourg: POST Luxembourg (formerly known as Entreprise des Postes et Telecommunications) has issued a postage stamp of L50g (the rate for a standard letter domestic postage): Date of Stamp issue: 16.05.2023

25) SABENA (National Airline Carries), Belgium: Centenary Celebrations - 1923-2023): The Royal Dutch Mint (RDM) in association with the Royal Belgian Mint (RBM) has minted a 20 Euro Silver Crown Coin which marks the centenary of the founding of the country's first airline carrier: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2023

26) 130th Anniversary of the Art Nouveau Movement, Belgium: 130th Anniversary Celebrations (1893-2023): Commemorative 2 Euro Coins minted by the Royal Dutch Mint (RDM) at their facilities in Houten, Netherlands, in association with the Royal Belgian Mint (RBM) celebrating the milestone: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2023

27) Hanseatic Cities in Belgium: The Royal Dutch Mint (Koninklijke Nederlandse Munt), Utrecht, Netherlands has issued a 10 Euro Silver Coin on behalf of Belgium depicting Hanseatic Cities and Trading activities in the country: Date/Year of Coi issue: 2023

28) Glass Art, Belgium: Bpost (Belgian Post) has issued a postage stamp featuring national and international artists working in a variety of styles: Date of Stamp issue: 22.01.2024

29) Keukenhof's Flower Exhibition, Netherlands: "75th Anniversary milestone (1949-2024)" PostNL (Netherlands Post) has brought out a six Stamp Sheet which feature the following spring flowers - the Iris, Daffodil and Tulip of "Internationaal 1" value each: Date of Stam p Shdeet issue: 01.03.2024

30) 100 Years of Surrealism in Belgium: Date of Stamp issue: 26.08.2024

31) 25th Wedding Anniversary of King Phillippe and Queen Matilda, Belgium: A 12-1/2 Euro Gold Coin issued by the Royal Dutch Mint (RDM) at their facilities in Houten, Netherlands under license from the Royal Belgian Mint: Date/Yea5r of Coin issue: 16.10.2024

32) Belgium 1 cent 1887-1907 in Coincard NL: Coin first issued under King Leopold II: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

33) "Street Art in Belgium", Belgium: A 2.5 Euro, Brilliant Uncirculated (BU) Coin in a Coincard Netherlands (NL) highlights Dtreet art: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

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9) Faroese Minerals, Faroe Islands: Posta (Faroe Islands Post) has issued a Miniature Sheet (MS) of stamps depicting Calcite and Copper: Date of Stamps issue: 24.10.2022

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12) "Treasures of the Sea", Faroe Islands: A set of Franking Labels - Four Franking Labels issued by Posta (Faroe Islands Post): Date/Year of Franking Labels issue: 03.02.2025

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9) Faroese Minerals, Faroe Islands: Posta (Faroe Islands Post) has issued a Miniature Sheet (MS) of stamps depicting Calcite and Copper: Date of Stamps issue: 24.10.2022

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For other interesting posts from the Faroe Islands:





8) "Organic Art", Faroe Islands: Posta/Postverk Foroya (Postal Works of the Faroes Islands) has issued a set of six stamps of 29.00 DKK (x 3 Stamps) and 19.00 DKK (x 3 Stamps) depicting Organic art by three artists in the Faroes: Date of Stamp set issue: 16.05.2022

9) Faroese Minerals, Faroe Islands: Posta (Faroe Islands Post) has issued a Miniature Sheet (MS) of stamps depicting Calcite and Copper: Date of Stamps issue: 24.10.2022

10) Faroe Islands Banknotes New Series - 2012: An updated version of Faroese Banknote Series with new security features was introduced into circulation: Banknotes were printed by Danmarks Nationalbank

11) Cairn, Faroe Islands: Posta (Faroese Post) has issued a postage stamp of 100.00 DKK (Danish Kroners) celebrating the significance of Cairns all over the Foroe Islands: Date of Stamp issue: 10.08.2023

Posts on Aruba on this blog:

 1) A New 2019 Fourth Series of Banknotes, Aruba, issued by the Central Bank of Aruba (Centrale Bank van Aruba) on 04.06.2019 comprising five denominations with the theme of "Endangered Flora and Fauna of Aruba" and historic monuments and landmarks










Links:

i) "The Rooswijk", an ill-fated Dutch East Indiaman, Netherlands which sank during her second trip on 09.01.1740: Mexican Silver Cobs, Silver reales, Klippes and Pillar Dollars etc were recovered from the ship-wreck

The undernoted two links will take you to our blog "Footloose" for two interesting posts written by me on the Dutch presence in Sadras in the 17th Century AD:

i) Reconnecting with India's historical heritage: A visit to Sadras Fort built by the Dutch in 1648: (Part 1): a) Commentary of the Dutch presence in India & b) The Dutch Cemetery

ii) Reconnecting with India's historical heritage: (Part ii): A visit to Sadras Fort built by the Dutch in 1648: The ruins tell the story of a flourishing Sea-trade

For other interesting posts on Belgium & Luxembourg Coins and Stamps:


5) City of Bruges (or Brugge), Belgium: 20 Years as UNENCO World Heritage Site: A 20 Euro Silver Proof Coin issued by the Royakl Dutch Mint under licencing of the Royal Belgian Mint, on behalf of the National Bank of Belgium: Coin issue date: 26.02.2020

6) 100 Years of Nature & Environment Protection, Luxembourg: Commemorating the Centenary Anniversary of the "Letzebuerger Natur a Vulleschutsliga a.s.b.l. (Luxembourg Nature and Bird Protection Society):A 0.80 Euro Stamp issued by Luxembourg Postes (Post): Date of stamp issue: 10.03.2020

7) Celebrating 25 Years of listing on UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Luxembourg: A Commemorative Stamp of 0.80 Euro issued by Luxembourg Postes (Post): Stamp issue date: 10.03.2020

















Posts on SEPAC issues on this blog:


Posts on SEPAC issues on this blog:




Links to Posts on Turks and Caicos Islands:

1) A Quarter Crown (1/4) Coin, Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI), A British Overseas Territory (BOT): The Coin was only issued in 1981 and was since demonetised in 1986

2) A Half Crown (1/2) Coin, Turks and Caicos Islands (TCI), A British Overseas Territory (BOT): The Coin was issued only in 1981 and was since demonetised in 1982

Links to Posts on Curacao on this Blog:

1) Festival di Tumba (Carnival of Curacao), Curacao: "50th Edition of the Curacao Carnival/Festival" held from 27-31.01.2020: A set of six Commemorative Postage Stamps brought out by Cpost (Curacao Post) on 20.02.2020

2) Trains of South America, Curacao: Cpost International (Curacao Post) has issued a set of stamps featuring Trains of South America: Date of Stamp set issue: 21.06.2021

3) Willemstad, Curacao: 25 Years of UNESCO World Heritage Site: Cpost International (Curacao Post) has issued a set of 16 postage stamps celebrating the milestone: Date of Stamps set issue: 18.08.2022

4) Willemstad, (Dutch, Caribbean Island, Curacao), Netherlands: "Dutch World Heritage Coin Series": Tenth Coin in the Series of 10 Euro (Gold) and 5 Euro (Silver) Collector Coins minted by the Royal Dutch Mint (RDM) feature this historic city: Date/Year of Coins issue: 02.02.2023

5) Trains of South America, Curacao: Cpost International (Curacao Post) has issued a set of stamps featuring Trains of South America: Date of Stamp set issue: 21.06.2021

Posts on Colombia:

1) 500th Anniversary of the founding of Santa Marta (1525-2025), Colombia: Commemorative Coins in the denomination of 20,000 Pesos Cupro-Nackel Coin issued by the royal dutch mint (RDM) at their facilities in houten, Netherlands on behalf of the Banco Central de la Republica (Central Ban k of Colombia): Date/Year of Coin issue: 11.07.2025

2) Did You Know Series (68): "The Treasure Ship - San Jose", Colombia: "The Holy Grail of Shipwrecks" which was sunk with an enormous treasure on board by the British Navy during the Spanish War of Succession fought during 09.07.1701-07.09.1714

3) Banknotes and Coinage of Colombia (Prat 1): The evolution of Coinage in Colombia

4) Banknotes and Coinage of Colombia (Part 2): History of evolution of Banknotes in Colombia

For some other interesting posts on Currencies of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, please visit the following links:








Links to some other interesting posts from South American countries & Mexico:

1) The Evolution of Mexican Coinage


24) Bolivar Soberano (or "Sovereign Bolivar"), Venezuela: (2018 Series of Banknotes) introduced by Banco de National, the Central Bank of Venezuela on 20.08.2018 


1) Trains of South America, Curacao: Cpost International (Curacao Post) has issued a set of stamps featuring Trains of South America: Date of Stamp set issue: 21.06.2021

Republic of Cameroon:











15) "Eric The Red", was a Viking hero and explorer who settled Greenland: "The Way to Valhalla Coin Collection Series: A 2000 Francs CFA 2 oz Pure silver Antique Finish Coin minted by - Mint XXI - Republic of Cameroon: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024 

16) "Leif Ericsson", the legendary Norse explorer who charted a course to the shores of North America long before Columbus and also discovered Vinland: "The Way to Valhalla Coin Collection Series": A 2000 Francs CFA 2 oz {ure silver Antique Finish Coin minted by - Mint XXI - Republic fo Cameroon: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2025

17) "Freydis Eiriksdottir" (born c.965), an Icelandic woman who was the daughter of Erik the Red, who figured prominently in the Norse exploration of North America as an early colonist of Vinland: "The way to Valhalla Coin Collection Series": A 2000 Francs CFA 2 oz Pure Silver Antique Finish Coin minted by - Mint XXI - Republic of Cameroon: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024

Republic of Peru:














17) "Paracas Textiles/Textile Art of Paracas", Peru Cpin: "Riqueza y Orgullo del Peru" ("Wealth and Pride of Peru Coin Series"): A 1 (One) Sol Coin showcases the unique fenerary Textile Work/Art: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2013

18) "Real Filipe Fortress of "King Philip's Fortress", Peru: "Riqueza y Orgullo del Peru" (Wealth and Pride of Puru Coin Series"): A 1 (One) Sol Coin showcases the ruins of the fortified fortress: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2013

19) "Tunanmarca" or "Tunan Marca" or "Siquillapucara", Peru: "Riqueza y Orgullo del Peru" ("Wealth and Pride of Peru Coin Series"): A 1 (One) Sol coin showcases the Tunanmarca Archeological Complex/Buildings: Date/Year of Coin issue: 26.11.2023

20) "Sacred City of Caral-Supe" (or "Caral"), Peru" Riqueza y Orgullo del Peru" ("Wealth and Pride of Peru Coin Series"): A 1 (One) Sol Coin showcases the Archeological buildings: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2014

21) "Huaca de la Luna" ("Temple or Shrine of the Moon"), Peru: Riqueza y Orgullo del Peru" ("Wealth and Pride of Peru Coin Series"): A 1 (One) Sol Coin showcases the Temple or Shrine dedicated to the Moon: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2014

22) The "Petroglyphs of Pusharo", Peru: "Riqueza y Orgullo del Peru" ("Wealth and Pride of Peru Coin eries"): A 1 (One) Sol Coin showcases the Petroglyphs: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2015

23) The "Warawtampu" (Quechu Waraw meaning "High and Deep"' , Peru: Riqueza y Orgullo del Peru" (Wealth and Pride of Peru Con Series"): A 1 (One) Sol Coin showcases the Archeological Site: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2015

24) The "Vicus Culture/Pottery", Peru: "Requeza y Orgullo del Peru" (Wealth and Pride of Peru Coin Series"): A 1 (One) Sol Coin showcases the Vicus Culture/Pottery: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2015

25) The "Shipibo-Konibo Pottery", Peru: "Riqueza y Orgullo del Peru" ("Wealth a nd Pride of Peru Coin Series"): A 1 (One) Sol Coin showcases the Pottery Artwork: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2016

26) "Machu Picchu", Peru: "Riqueza y Orgullo del Peru" (Wealth and Pride of Peru Coin Series"): A 1 (One Sol Coin showcases the Ruins of Machu Pichu: Date/Year of Coin issue: 07/2011

27) Numismatic Series "Natural Resources of Peru" (Recursos naturales del Peru" - in Spanish): Date/Year of Coins issue: 07/2013

Links to some other interesting posts from  Mexico:

Other interesting posts from Israel:





















Holy Land Sites Numismatic Bullion Coin Series:



Biblical Art Commemorative Coin Series:




"Jerusalem of Gold - Gold Bullion Coin Series:


Israel Independence Day - "Endangered Animals in Israel" Coin Series:





Birds of Israel Coin Series:


"Views of Jerusalem" Gold and Silver Bullion Coin Series:






Views of Israel Coin Series:


For some other interesting posts from Italy/The Vatican, please visit the following links:

Posts on Colombia:

1) 500th Anniversary of the founding of Santa Marta (1525-2025), Colombia: Commemorative Coins in the denomination of 20,000 Pesos Cupro-Nickel Coin issued by the royal dutch mint (RDM) at their facilities in houten, Netherlands on behalf of the Banco Central de la Republica (Central Ban k of Colombia): Date/Year of Coin issue: 11.07.2025

2) Did You Know Series (68): "The Treasure Ship - San Jose", Colombia: "The Holy Grail of Shipwrecks" which was sunk with an enormous treasure on board by the British Navy during the Spanish War of Succession fought during 09.07.1701-07.09.1714

3) Banknotes and Coinage of Colombia (Prat 1): The evolution of Coinage in Colombia

4) Banknotes and Coinage of Colombia (Part 2): History of evolution of Banknotes in Colombia

Links:

1) Namibia has introduced upgraded Banknotes and Brand new Coinage with the theme of "Our Currency, Our Heritage, Our Pride - Meet the Next Generation of the Namibian Dollar": New Look, Same value: 2025


Republic of Cameroon:








Posts from Ghana:

i) Unicorn, "A symbol of Magic and Dreams", Republic of Ghana: Scottsdale Mint has brought out 5 Cedi Silver Proof Colour Coins crafted in 3 exquisite colours and a plain Silver format: Date/Year of Coins issue: 2023

2) Currency & Coinage of Ghana: Cedis & Pesewas

3) "Sabre-Toothed Tiger", Ghana: Third Silver Bullion Coin released in "Giants of the Ice Age" Bullion Coin Series issued by Bank of Ghana: Coins minted by Leipziger Edelmetallverarbeitung GmbH (Precious Metals Factory: Year of issue: 2020

4) "Woolly Mammoth", Ghana: First Gold & Silver Bullion Coins releasedin "Giants of the Ice age" Bullion Coin Series issued by the Bank of Ghana: Coins minted by Leipziger Edelmetallverarbeitung GmbH (Precious Metals Factory): Year of Coin issue: 2019

5) "Great Horned Megaloceros", Ghana: Second Gold & Silver Bullion Coins released in "Giants of the Ice Age" Bullion Coin Series issued by the Bank of Ghana: Coins minted by Leipziger Edelmetallvararbeitung GmbH (Precious Metals Factory): Year of Coin issue: 2019

6) Two new Cedi Banknotes of GH200 & GH100 and a GH2 Cedi Coin introduced in 11/2019  

7) 2025 Mesa Grande Sovereign Native American Nation: $1 1-oz Silver Coin Built By aliens - Stonehenge Proof: Coin released by the republic of Ghana: Date/Year of Coin release: 2025

Links to other interesting posts on our Ghana visit in 2013:

1) Lake Bosumchwe or Bosumchwi, Ghana

2) El Mina Castle/Fort, Cape Coast, Ghana

3) History of Coinage and Banknotes of Ghana  

4) Mole National Park, Ghana

5) Funerals

6) Larabanga mosque and the Mystic Stone

7) Food, Culture and Music of Ghana

8) A visit to Ghana

9) Oware: The Ancient National Board Game of Ghana

10) Did You Know Series (36): Colours of Africa: A trip to Ghana: The ancient Adinkra Symbols of the Ashantis

Links:

1) Did You Know Series (102): Unearthing a 500 Year-Old Shipwreck in Namibia: Lost at Sea, Found in the Sand

Greek Mythology Coin Series:








Germania Mint issues:





 
Other interesting posts on Greek Coinage and Commemorative Coins:

 2) Some ancient coins depicting Greek mythology & history 



















Barbados:

1) "Rum Runner", Antigua & Barbados: First coin out of 8 to be issued in the Eastern Caribbean God & Silver Bullion and Commemorative Coin Programme" (EC8 Coin Programme") - all coins to be released during 2018: Gold Bullion Coins (10 Dollars) and Silver Bullion Coins (2 Dollars):

2) El Dorado, Barbados: A $5 (Five Dollars) Silver Coin with a Sliding motis presents the fabled city in the Amerocas: Date/Year of Coin issue: 2024


For some other interesting posts on Currencies of the Caribbean Sea and the Atlantic Ocean, please visit the following links:








Links to some other interesting posts from South American countries & Mexico:

1) The Evolution of Mexican Coinage


24) Bolivar Soberano (or "Sovereign Bolivar"), Venezuela: (2018 Series of Banknotes) introduced by Banco de National, the Central Bank of Venezuela on 20.08.2018 


1) Trains of South America, Curacao: Cpost International (Curacao Post) has issued a set of stamps featuring Trains of South America: Date of Stamp set issue: 21.06.2021

Interesting Posts from Algeria:

1) Algeria: i) Introduction of two new denominations of 500 and 1,000 Algerian Dinars (AD), which will kick-start the new "Fifth Series of Algerian Dinar Banknotes" ii) A 100 Algerian Dinar tri-metallic coin which wil replace the 100 Dinar circulating Banknote of the same denomination

2) Algeria: Introduction of a new denomination of 2,000 Algerian Dinars (AD), which is a part of the new "Fifth Deries of Algerian Dinar Banknotes", issued by the Banque d'Algerie (Bank of Algeria): Date of Banknote issue: 02.11.2022

Interesting posts from Sierra Leone:



Other interesting Posts from Zimbabwe:

Some other interesting links to posts on this blog on Currencies of the Middle East:








Some other interesting posts from the African Continent on this blog:

Posts from the Republic of South Africa:







Links (Contd):




















Posts from Republic of Chad:





Links (Contd)










Posts from the Republic of Djibouti:



Posts from Ghana:

i) Unicorn, "A symbol of Magic and Dreams", Republic of Ghana: Scottsdale Mint has brought out 5 Cedi Silver Proof Colour Coins crafted in 3 exquisite colours and a plain Silver format: Date/Year of Coins issue: 2023

2) Currency & Coinage of Ghana: Cedis & Pesewas

3) "Sabre-Toothed Tiger", Ghana: Third Silver Bullion Coin released in "Giants of the Ice Age" Bullion Coin Series issued by Bank of Ghana: Coins minted by Leipziger Edelmetallverarbeitung GmbH (Precious Metals Factory: Year of issue: 2020

4) "Woolly Mammoth", Ghana: First Gold & Silver Bullion Coins releasedin "Giants of the Ice age" Bullion Coin Series issued by the Bank of Ghana: Coins minted by Leipziger Edelmetallverarbeitung GmbH (Precious Metals Factory): Year of Coin issue: 2019

5) "Great Horned Megaloceros", Ghana: Second Gold & Silver Bullion Coins released in "Giants of the Ice Age" Bullion Coin Series issued by the Bank of Ghana: Coins minted by Leipziger Edelmetallvararbeitung GmbH (Precious Metals Factory): Year of Coin issue: 2019

6) Two new Cedi Banknotes of GH200 & GH100 and a GH2 Cedi Coin introduced in 11/2019  

Links to other interesting posts on our Ghana visit in 2013:

1) Lake Bosumchwe or Bosumchwi, Ghana

2) El Mina Castle/Fort, Cape Coast, Ghana

3) History of Coinage and Banknotes of Ghana  

4) Mole National Park, Ghana

5) Funerals

6) Larabanga mosque and the Mystic Stone

7) Food, Culture and Music of Ghana

8) A visit to Ghana

9) Oware: The Ancient National Board Game of Ghana

10) Did You Know Series (36): Colours of Africa: A trip to Ghana: The ancient Adinkra Symbols of the Ashantis

Posts from Republic of Chad:



Interesting posts from Sierra Leone:



Other interesting Posts from Zimbabwe:

Some other interesting links to posts on this blog on Currencies of the Middle East:









Some other interesting posts from the African Continent on this blog:

Posts from the Republic of South Africa:







Links (Contd):












Links to posts on Zaire/Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC):



















Divine Comedy Coin Series - Republic of Cameroon:



Posts from the Republic of Djibouti:

New Banknotes of Mozambique:

1) New Banknotes of Mozambique

ZiG: The new currency of Zimbabwe:

1) ZiG: The new Currency of Zimbabwe

Eswatini (Swaziland):

(i) "Eswatini" (or the "Kingdom of Eswatini") also known by its former official name "Swaziland": i) About Eswatini: ii) Coins of Eswatini: iii) Banknotes of Eswatini

3) Doha, Qatar Expo 2023 (02.10.2023-28.03.2024), Qatar: Qatar Post (formerly QPost) has issued a set of nine postage stamps of 2.00 Qatari Rial each showcasing the Exhibition: Date of Stamp Set issue: 15.05.2023

Interesting Posts from Algeria:

1) Algeria: i) Introduction of two new denominations of 500 and 1,000 Algerian Dinars (AD), which will kick-start the new "Fifth Series of Algerian Dinar Banknotes" ii) A 100 Algerian Dinar tri-metallic coin which wil replace the 100 Dinar circulating Banknote of the same denomination

2) Algeria: Introduction of a new denomination of 2,000 Algerian Dinars (AD), which is a part of the new "Fifth Deries of Algerian Dinar Banknotes", issued by the Banque d'Algerie (Bank of Algeria): Date of Banknote issue: 02.11.2022

Interesting posts from Sierra Leone:



Other interesting Posts from Zimbabwe:

Some other interesting links to posts on this blog on Currencies of the Middle East:








Some other interesting posts from the African Continent on this blog:

Posts from the Republic of South Africa:







Links (Contd):




















Posts from Republic of Chad:



Links (Contd)










Divine Comedy Coin Series - Republic of Cameroon:




Posts from the Republic of Djibouti:

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