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The five hundred naira Nigerian note is a denomination of Nigerian currency. It was introduced in April 2001, and it was the highest currency in Nigeria when it was introduced until the 1000 naira was introduced.[1]
| (Nigeria) | |
|---|---|
| Value | 500 naira |
| Width | 151 mm |
| Height | 78 mm |
| Years of printing | 2001-2022 (first issue) 2022-present(second issue) |
| Obverse | |
| Design | Nnamdi Azikiwe |
| Reverse | |
| Design | Off-shore oil rig |
The obverse of the note features a portrait of Nnamdi Azikiwe. The reverse features an off-shore oil rig and the Coat of arms of Nigeria.[1]
the 2001 issue was withdrawn on the 10th February 2023 and replaced by a new green version
security features include a Holographic security thread, tilt feature, colour changing ink, watermark and raised ink
References
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- ^ a b "Currency Gallery: N500 Naira Note". Central Bank of Nigeria. Retrieved 18 April 2021.
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