10 ngultrum 1986 — Bhutan ( Pick: 15a )
Region:
Middle East & Asia
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10 ngultrum issued in Bhutan in 1986. It is cataloged under Pick number 15a. The note features a color scheme of purple on a multicolor underprint. The dimensions of the note are 139 x 69 mm. It is signed by Ashi Sonam Wangchuk and Dorji Tsering, and was printed by De La Rue.
This banknote showcases specific design attributes as part of its catalog listing. The design elements contribute to the note's visual identity and classification within the catalog.
The amount produced for this banknote is not specified. Bhutan's currency system has undergone various changes since the introduction of the ngultrum, historically pegged to the Indian rupee.
This banknote showcases specific design attributes as part of its catalog listing. The design elements contribute to the note's visual identity and classification within the catalog.
The amount produced for this banknote is not specified. Bhutan's currency system has undergone various changes since the introduction of the ngultrum, historically pegged to the Indian rupee.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Ashi Sonam Wangchuk, Dorji Tsering
- Date of issue
- 1986
- Printing office
- De La Rue
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- Purple on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 139 x 69 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 15a
About this banknote
The Royal Monetary Authority of Bhutan issued the 10 ngultrum banknote in 1986. This series aimed to update Bhutan's currency with designs that incorporated cultural and historical elements. The notes were printed by De La Rue, a prominent commercial banknote printer known for its high-quality security printing.
The front side of the note features a portrait of an individual wearing traditional Bhutanese attire with elaborate headgear. The back side depicts the Paro Dzong, a notable monastery and fortress in Bhutan, with the denomination appearing in the corners. The note is printed on paper with dimensions of 139 x 69 mm and is primarily purple with multicolor underprints.
