10 rupees 1969 — Sri Lanka ( Pick: 85a )
Region:
Middle East & Asia
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 10 rupees issued in Sri Lanka in 1969. It is cataloged under Pick number 85a. The front side design features the text "Issued note" and incorporates a color scheme of green, brown, and black on a multicolor underprint.
The banknote measures 139 x 69 mm and is printed on paper. It is signed by the Central Bank of Ceylon. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Thomas De La Rue & Co., London.
The total amount produced for this issue is not specified. The currency in Sri Lanka underwent several changes during this time, reflecting the economic conditions of the late 1960s.
The banknote measures 139 x 69 mm and is printed on paper. It is signed by the Central Bank of Ceylon. The printing office responsible for this banknote is Thomas De La Rue & Co., London.
The total amount produced for this issue is not specified. The currency in Sri Lanka underwent several changes during this time, reflecting the economic conditions of the late 1960s.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Central Bank of Ceylon
- Date of issue
- 26 March 1979
- Printing office
- Thomas De La Rue & Co., London
- Paper
- Paper
- Colour
- green, brown, black on multicolor underprint
- Dimensions
- 139 x 69 mm
- Amount produced
- Not specified
- Pick catalog
- 85a
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Ceylon issued the 10 rupees banknote (Pick 85a) on October 20, 1969. This series was introduced to replace earlier issues and featured updated designs and security features.
The obverse of the note displays the statue of King Parakramabahu I on the right side. The reverse features ceremonial figures. The banknote measures 139 x 69 mm and was printed by Thomas De La Rue & Co., London. It was demonetized on an unspecified date.
