Mauritus 1985 P39a 200 Rupees
Pick: P39
Date: ND (1985)
Colour: Blue on multicolor underprint
Monetary Authority: Bank of Mauritius
Series: 1985-1991 Issue
Printer: Thomas de la Rue, London, England
Signatures: Indurduth Ramphul, Ranapartab Tacouri
Front: Sir Seewoodsagur Ramgoolam (18 September 1900 - 15 December 1985) at left. Known as the "Father of the Nation" he led Mauritius to independence from the United Kingdom in 1968. He served as Chief Minister from 1961 to 1968, prime minister from 1968 until 1982 and lastly as Governor General from 1983 to 1985. The value of 200 Rupees written in English, Tamil and Hindi.
Back: Mao of Mauritius The Chateau du Reduit the official residence of the President of Mauritius. It was built in 1749 when the island was a French colony. Du Reduit became the official residence of the Governors. Despite many modifications made during the period 1746-1778 the chateau was in ruins in 1778 due to the action of white ants and had to be reconstructed. After 1810, under British rule, it underwent many modifications and extensive repairs following damage caused by Cyclones in 1868 and 1892.
Varieties
P39a. Orange UV Printing, Series A/1 - A/5
P39b. Green UV Printing, Series A/6 and higher
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| Right Orange UV Printing. Left Green UV Printing. |
P39a. $50 - UNC, $18 - VF
P39b. $40 - UNC, $15 - VF
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