1 riyal 1960 — Qatar ( Pick: 1 )
Region:
Middle East & Asia
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1 riyal issued in Qatar in 1960. It is cataloged under Pick number 1. The note features green and purple print on a multicolor underprint and is made of paper, with dimensions of 110 x 53 mm. The banknote is signed by Khalifa bin Hamad al-Thani, the Chairman of the Currency Board, and was printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom.
This banknote is characterized by its vibrant color scheme, incorporating green and purple tones against a multicolor underprint. The printing office signifies a production quality typical of banknotes from this timeframe.
At the time of its issue, Qatar was transitioning in its governance and currency establishment.
This banknote is characterized by its vibrant color scheme, incorporating green and purple tones against a multicolor underprint. The printing office signifies a production quality typical of banknotes from this timeframe.
At the time of its issue, Qatar was transitioning in its governance and currency establishment.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Khalifa bin Hamad al-Thani, Chairman of the Currency Board
- Date of issue
- 1960
- Printing office
- Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, United Kingdom
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Green and purple print on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 110 x 53 mm
- Pick catalog
- 1
About this banknote
The Qatar & Dubai Currency Board issued the 1 riyal banknote in 1960. This series was introduced to facilitate a unified currency between Qatar and Dubai, enhancing economic transactions in the region. Khalifa bin Hamad al-Thani, Chairman of the Currency Board, signed this banknote series, marking an important step in regional financial cooperation.
The front side of the banknote features a dhow, an oil derrick, and palm trees, highlighting key local elements. The back side showcases intricate geometric patterns in green and purple print on a multicolor underprint. Printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom, the banknote measures 110 x 53 mm.
