10 pounds 2016 — United Kingdom ( Pick: P395? )

Region: Europe

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 10 pounds issued in the United Kingdom in 2016. It is made of polymer and features a color scheme including purple, orange, green, blue, red, yellow, black, and white. The dimensions of the note are 125 x 65 mm, and it is signed by Governor Mark Carney and Chief Cashier Victoria Cleland. The printing office is De La Rue.

This note is cataloged under Pick number P395. Its denomination, year, and recorded details identify it within the group of documented banknotes. Over 1 billion of these notes were produced.

The banknote's polymer composition is part of a broader trend in modern currency design. The United Kingdom transitioned to polymer notes to enhance security and durability starting in 2016.

Specifications

Signed by: Governor Mark Carney, Chief Cashier Victoria Cleland
Date of issue: 2016
Printing office: De La Rue
Paper: polymer
Colour: purple, orange, green, blue, red, yellow, black, white
Dimensions: 125 x 65 mm
Amount produced: over 1 billion
Pick catalog: P395?

About this banknote

The Bank of England issued this £10 polymer note in 2016. This series was introduced to enhance durability and security compared to paper predecessors, aligning with global trends in polymer currency. The Chief Cashier during its introduction was Victoria Cleland, under the governorship of Mark Carney.

The front side features a portrait of Queen Elizabeth II, while the reverse showcases Jane Austen. Distinctive design elements include an image of Winchester Cathedral and inscriptions of her quote, "I declare after all there is no enjoyment like reading!" Printed by De La Rue, over a billion of these notes were produced.