10 pounds 1937 — Egypt ( Pick: 23 )
Region:
Africa
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Egypt, dated 1937, carries a denomination of 10 pounds. The front features a design from 1931-1951, showcasing the Mosque of Sultan Qala'un and a street in Cairo, rendered in brown, yellow-green, and multicolor. The back depicts a farm scene with trees.
It is cataloged under Pick number 23. The note's color scheme includes brown and green. The printer for this issue was BWC, associated with the years 1946-1950.
It is cataloged under Pick number 23. The note's color scheme includes brown and green. The printer for this issue was BWC, associated with the years 1946-1950.
Specifications
- Colour
- Brown and green
- Pick catalog
- 23
About this banknote
The National Bank of Egypt issued the 10-pound banknote (Pick 23) between 1931 and 1951. This series was introduced to standardize the nation's currency during a period of economic development. The notes were printed by Bradbury Wilkinson & Co., New Malden.
The front of the banknote features the Mosque of Sultan Qala'un and a street scene in Cairo. The reverse depicts a farm scene with palm trees. The note measures 188 x 102 mm and includes a watermark of the Sphinx. The 1937 issue bears the signature of Edward Cook.
