2 rupees 1967 — Sri Lanka ( Pick: 83a )

Region: Middle East & Asia

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Banknote description

The banknote is a 2 rupees issued in Sri Lanka in 1967. It is cataloged under Pick number 83a. Its dimensions are 114 x 58 mm, and it features a color scheme of red on a multicolor underprint.

The front side of the note is described as an issued note. The signatures present on the note are those of Ronnie de Mel and Warnasena Rasaputram.

The total amount produced for this banknote is not specified. The Central Bank of Sri Lanka was established in 1950.

Specifications

Signed by: Ronnie de Mel and Warnasena Rasaputram
Date of issue: 26.03.1979
Colour: Red on multicolor underprint
Dimensions: 114 x 58 mm
Pick catalog: 83a

About this banknote

The Central Bank of Ceylon issued the 2 rupees banknote in 1967 as part of the King Parakramabahu series, which was introduced in 1965. This series featured historical figures and landmarks to commemorate Sri Lanka's rich heritage.

The obverse of the note displays a portrait of King Parakramabahu I, a significant ruler in Sri Lankan history. The reverse features the Medirigiriya Vatadage, an ancient circular relic house located in Polonnaruwa. The note measures 114 x 58 mm and was printed by Bradbury Wilkinson and Company in the United Kingdom.