Bank of China Pataca Banknotes (1995 Edition)
Bank of China is one of the two banknotes issuing banks in Macau. According to the agreement between Chinese and Portuguese governments and the decree of Macau, Bank of China begins to issue Pataca banknotes on October 16, 1995, Pataca banknotes issued by Bank of China weight 50% of the total circulation of Pataca banknotes.
The front panel of the notes features some scenic spots of Macau. The back panel highlights varied patterns of lotus flowers. Together with the lotus flower watermark, the design is used to symbolize the good name of "the land of lotus flower" of Macau. It also represents the stability, peace, growth and prosperity of Macau.
The withdrawal period for the MOP10 banknotes issued in 1995 ended on May 26, 2018. Thereafter, the mentioned banknote cannot be used as a circulation currency in the market.
Banknotes sample:
| Denomination | Main patterns | Main Colours | Note-issuing Date | Signatory |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOP1000 | Obverse: the logo of Bank of China, Sai Van view Reverse: the building of Bank of China in Macau, image of Lotus |
Orange | 16 October 1995 | Wang Zhenjun |
| MOP500 | Obverse: the logo of Bank of China, Ponte de Amizade Reverse: the building of Bank of China in Macau, image of Lotus |
Green | ||
| MOP100 | Obverse: the logo of Bank of China, Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal Reverse: the building of Bank of China in Macau, image of Lotus |
Blue | ||
| MOP50 | Obverse: the logo of Bank of China, University of Macau Reverse: the building of Bank of China in Macau, image of Lotus |
Dark grey | ||
| MOP10 | Obverse: the logo of Bank of China, Guia Fortress Reverse: the building of Bank of China in Macau, image of Lotus |
Brown |
| Security Features | Introduction |
|---|---|
| Watermark | The Lotus image could be seen against light on both sides of banknote. |
| Concealed Denomination | When the face side of banknote is viewed sideways against light, the denomination numeral could be seen on the embossed carving horizontal lace at the right top corner. |
| Intaglio Printing | The surface of banknote could give lumpy feeling of embossed carving in touch. |
| Offset See-through Features | The figure “M” could be seen against light with exactly aligned printing on both sides of banknote. |
| Fluorescent Denomination Numeral | The denomination numeral of banknote could be seen under ultraviolet light. |
| Fluorescent Colours | Under ultraviolet light, the colours of image would exhibit fluorescent light. |
| Intaglio Micro-printing | Under magnifying glass, the denomination numeral of the banknote could be seen at the top on both sides. |
