10 rupees 1973 — Sri Lanka ( Pick: 74Aa )
Region:
Middle East & Asia
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote from Sri Lanka, dated 1973, carries a denomination of 10 rupees. It features a color scheme of green and purple and includes the signatures of N. M. Perera and W. Tennekoon, along with the dates 21.8.1973 and 16.7.1974.
The note is identified by its catalog reference, Pick number 74Aa. Its denomination and year are documented in the catalog.
The note is identified by its catalog reference, Pick number 74Aa. Its denomination and year are documented in the catalog.
Specifications
- Colour
- Green and purple
- Pick catalog
- 74Aa
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Ceylon issued the 10 rupees banknote (Pick 74Aa) in 1973. This series was introduced following the establishment of the Republic of Sri Lanka on May 22, 1972, marking the country's transition from Ceylon to Sri Lanka.
The front of the note features the statue of King Parakramabahu I at right. The back depicts ceremonial figures. The watermark is a Chinze. The note measures 140 x 70 mm and was printed by Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co.
