1 dinar 1964 — Bahrain ( Pick: 4a )
Region:
Middle East & Asia
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 dinar issued in Bahrain in 1964. It is cataloged under Pick number 4a. The dimensions of the note are 148 x 68 mm, and it is printed on paper. The note features a brownish red color on a multicolor underprint. It is signed by Sheikh Khalifa bin Sulman al Khalifa and was printed by De La Rue.
The front side design includes elements common to banknotes from its era, while the back side design complements these aspects. Specific artistic details of the designs are not available.
Bahrain's currency underwent various changes in banknote design and issuance during the 1960s. Notable figures frequently appeared as signatures on currency notes during this time.
The front side design includes elements common to banknotes from its era, while the back side design complements these aspects. Specific artistic details of the designs are not available.
Bahrain's currency underwent various changes in banknote design and issuance during the 1960s. Notable figures frequently appeared as signatures on currency notes during this time.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Sheikh Khalifa bin Sulman al Khalifa
- Date of issue
- 1964
- Printing office
- De La Rue
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Brownish red on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 148 x 68 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 4a
About this banknote
The Bahrain Currency Board issued the 1 dinar banknote in 1964. This series marked the introduction of the dinar as Bahrain's official currency, replacing the Gulf rupee. Printed by De La Rue, these notes signified a shift towards greater economic autonomy.
The front side of the note features a design of traditional Bahraini dhows and the national emblem. The back depicts two minarets. Signed by Sheikh Khalifa bin Sulman al Khalifa, the note measures 148 x 68 mm and is characterized by its brownish-red color with a multicolor underprint. Identified as Pick number 4a in numismatic catalogs.
