1000 afghanis 1961 — Afghanistan ( Pick: 42 )
Region:
Middle East & Asia
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 1000 afghanis issued in Afghanistan in 1961. It is cataloged under Pick number 42, which identifies it within the issue. This note's denomination and year place it among documented banknotes of this type.
The front side design features a gray depiction on a multicolor underprint, highlighting the Arch of Qila'-e Bost. The dimensions of the banknote are 156 x 66 mm.
The note is primarily blue in color and was printed by Thomas de la Rue in London.
The front side design features a gray depiction on a multicolor underprint, highlighting the Arch of Qila'-e Bost. The dimensions of the banknote are 156 x 66 mm.
The note is primarily blue in color and was printed by Thomas de la Rue in London.
Specifications
- Date of issue
- 1961
- Printing office
- Thomas de la Rue, London
- Colour
- Blue
- Dimensions
- 156 x 66 mm
- Pick catalog
- 42
About this banknote
The Bank of Afghanistan issued the 1000 afghanis banknote in 1961. This series was part of an effort to modernize and stabilize the Afghan currency system during this period. The notes were printed by Thomas de la Rue, a well-known printing company based in London.
The front of the banknote features a portrait alongside the Arch of Qila'-e Bost, captured in gray on a multicolor underprint. The back showcases a landscape scene with further architectural elements. The banknote is cataloged as Pick 42, and it measures 156 x 66 mm.
