ZAÏRE 5 Zaïres 1974 — Pick 21
President (Joseph Désiré) Mobutu Sese Seko Nkuku wa za Banga
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President (Joseph Désiré) Mobutu Sese Seko Nkuku wa za Banga
"Inga I" hydroelectric dam
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21a: 30.11.1974 , [30.06.1975]*, 24.11.1975 & 24.11.1976 signature: * not existing / 21a: 30.11.1974, [30.06.1975]*, 24.11.1975 & 24.11.1976 signature: * not existing / 21b: 24.11.1977 signature:
About the ZAÏRE 5 Zaïres 1974 banknote
The ZAÏRE 5 Zaïres 1974 banknote, catalogued as Pick 21 is documented here for collectors who need a clear identification record, design summary and condition-based market context.
Identification should be based on the denomination, date, catalogue reference and visible design details. Signatures, prefixes, watermarks and minor printing changes can distinguish related varieties.
Identification and catalogue details
- Country
- ZAÏRE
- Denomination
- 5 Zaïres
- Issue year
- 1974
- Catalogue reference
- Pick 21
- Issue type
- Regular world banknote
- Content quality
- 76/100
Design and issue context
Front: President (Joseph Désiré) Mobutu Sese Seko Nkuku wa za Banga
Back: "Inga I" hydroelectric dam
Collector value and condition
No reliable single market figure is currently recorded. Value depends on the exact variety, grade, availability, seller location and collector demand.
Folds, stains, tears, pinholes, writing, pressing, trimming and repairs can reduce value. Conversely, scarce varieties, replacement notes, unusual serial numbers and recognised certification may command a premium.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ZAÏRE 5 Zaïres 1974 banknote?
It is a 5 Zaïres banknote from ZAÏRE, dated 1974 and catalogued as Pick 21.
Is this banknote rare?
Rarity depends on the exact variety, surviving supply, signatures, prefixes, condition and collector demand. The denomination alone is not enough to establish rarity.
How can collectors identify the correct variety?
Compare the date, catalogue number, printed designs on both sides, signatures, prefixes, watermark and security features. Small changes can indicate a separate variety.
How should its condition be checked?
Inspect both sides under good light for folds, stains, tears, pinholes, writing, pressing, trimmed edges and repairs. An uncirculated note should retain original paper quality and show no circulation wear.
Additional catalogue notes
21a: 30.11.1974 , [30.06.1975]*, 24.11.1975 & 24.11.1976 signature: * not existing / 21a: 30.11.1974, [30.06.1975]*, 24.11.1975 & 24.11.1976 signature: * not existing / 21b: 24.11.1977 signature:
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