2 rupees 1965 — Sri Lanka ( Pick: 83a )
Region:
Middle East & Asia
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
The banknote is a 2 rupees issued in Sri Lanka in 1965. It is characterized by its red color and features a front side design identified as an issued note.
This note is cataloged under Pick number 83a. Its denomination and year are noted within the available facts. The banknote is recognized by its designated catalog reference.
This note is cataloged under Pick number 83a. Its denomination and year are noted within the available facts. The banknote is recognized by its designated catalog reference.
Specifications
- Colour
- Red
- Pick catalog
- 83a
About this banknote
The Central Bank of Ceylon issued the 2 rupees banknote (Pick 83a) on September 9, 1965. This series was introduced during the tenure of Minister of Finance U.B. Wanninayake and Governor W. Rajapatirana.
The obverse features the statue commonly referred to as King Parakramabahu I, though it is actually the statue of Sage Pulasthi in Polonnaruwa. The reverse depicts the Medirigiriya Vatadage, a circular Buddhist shrine in Polonnaruwa. The note measures 114 x 59 mm and was printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company, United Kingdom.
