50 Algerian Dinars (1964 Issue)

The 50 Algerian Dinars banknote issued in 1964 forms part of Algeria’s first major post-independence currency series. Released shortly after independence in 1962, this note symbolises the country’s economic sovereignty and national identity during a defining period of state formation. Produced by the Banque Centrale d’Algérie, the design reflects mid-20th-century engraving traditions, combining detailed illustrative scenes with bilingual inscriptions in French and Arabic.

On the front of the banknote, a caravan scene dominates the composition. Camels laden with goods stand alongside traditionally dressed figures, evoking Algeria’s long history of trans-Saharan trade and desert culture. The engraving is finely executed, with careful shading used to convey the texture of fabric, animal hair, and the arid landscape. The denomination appears in French as cinquante dinars, and the inscription Banque Centrale d’Algérie runs prominently along the upper margin. Decorative geometric side panels frame the central scene, reinforcing visual symmetry while adding anti-counterfeit complexity. A large watermark area is integrated into the left-hand portion of the design, typical of security features used in this era.

The reverse continues the theme of Algeria’s natural and agricultural heritage. A powerful desert bull occupies the foreground, rendered in strong engraved lines that highlight musculature and movement. To the side, a traditionally dressed figure is depicted working in the landscape, reinforcing themes of rural life and productivity. Arabic script identifies the issuing authority and denomination, and the printed date marks the note’s formal issue in the mid-1960s. Ornamental border patterns and textured background shading enhance both the aesthetic richness and security structure of the banknote.

As an early independence-era issue, the 50 Algerian Dinars (1964) holds historical significance and is sometimes kept as a souvenir or inherited as part of older currency collections. However, Algerian dinar notes from this period are not generally accepted by UK banks or high-street exchange bureaux, meaning they often remain unused for decades. If you hold historical Algerian currency and would like to exchange foreign coins and notes, our UK-based service provides a straightforward solution.

We regularly assist individuals clearing inherited collections, travellers sorting long-forgotten holiday money, and charities processing donated foreign banknotes. An instant online valuation allows you to see the exchange value upfront, followed by a simple and secure submission process.

• Indicate the quantity of 50 Algerian Dinar banknotes you want to exchange

• Click the ‘Add to your account’ button

• Your online account now shows the exchange value

We help individuals, businesses, and charities convert surplus foreign banknotes efficiently, offering transparent pricing and a reliable UK currency buy-back service from start to finish.