Friday, 8 June 2018

Ukraine. Third Series Banknotes

The hryvnia, sometimes hryvnya,  sign: ₴, has been the national currency of Ukraine since 2 September 1996. The hryvnia is subdivided into 100 kopiyok.

1 Hryvnia Banknote
1 hryvnia ukraine banknote

 2 Hryvnia Banknote
 2 Hryvnia Banknote
 2 Hryvnia Banknote

 10 Hryvnia Banknote
10 Hryvnia Ukraine  Banknote
10 Hryvnia Ukraine  Banknote
From Rita received on 8/6//2018. Thank you!

 50 Hryvnia Banknote
50 Hryvnia Ukraine  Banknote
50 Hryvnia Ukraine  Banknote
 From Rita received on 8/6//2018. Thank you!

Monday, 16 April 2018

Indonesia. 2016 Indonesian Rupiah "National Heroes" Series Banknotes

Following the issuance of Presidential Decree No. 31 of 5 September 2016, Bank Indonesia introduced seven new banknote designs featuring national heroes.

1000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
1000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
 From Lia received on 9/7/2018. Thank you so much! Completed set!
2000 Rupiah 
2000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Front: Mohammad Hoesni Thamrin
2000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Back: Piring dance and Sianok Canyon

5000 Rupiah
5000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Front: Dr. K.H. Idham Chalid
5000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Back: Gambyong dance and Mount Bromo

10000 Rupiah
10000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Front: Frans Kaisiepo
10000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Back: Pakarena dance and Wakatobi National Park

20000 Rupiah
20000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Front: Dr. Gerungan Saul Samuel Jozias Ratulangi
20000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Back: Gong dance and Derawan Islands

50000 Rupiah
50000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Front: Dr. H. Djuanda Kartawijaya
50000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Back: Legong dance and Komodo National Park

100000 Rupiah
100000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Front: Dr. (H.C.) Ir. Soekarna and Dr. (H.C.) Drs. Mohammad Hatta
100000 Rupiah Indonesia banknote
Back: Topeng Betawi dance and Raja Ampat Islands

Thursday, 12 April 2018

Cambodia. Current Series Banknotes

The riel (Khmer: រៀល; sign: ៛; code: KHR) is the currency of Cambodia. There have been two distinct riel, the first issued between 1953 and May 1975. Between 1975 and 1980, the country had no monetary system. A second currency, also named "riel", has been issued since March 20, 1980. 

50 Riel banknote
50 Riel Cambodia banknote
Front: Banteay Srey Temple 
50 Riel Cambodia banknote
Back: Dam

1000 Riel banknote
1000 Riel Cambodia banknote
Front: Southern gate at Bayon
1000 Riel Cambodia banknote
Back: Autonomous Port of Kampong Saom (Sihanoukville)
Thanks to Karmen!

Egypt. Current Series Banknote

The Egyptian pound is the currency of Egypt. It is divided into 100 piastre.

As of June 2016 the National Bank of Egypt reintroduced the £1 banknote into circulation as well as the 25 and 50 piastres notes.
 25 Piastres banknote
 25 Piastres Egypt banknote
Front: Ayesha mosque
 25 Piastres Egypt banknote
Back: Coat of arms of Egypt

 50 Piastres banknote
 50 Piastres Egyption banknote
Front: Al-Azhar Mosque
 50 Piastres Egyption banknote
Back: Ramesses II
Thanks to Karmen!

Tuesday, 27 February 2018

Malaysia. Kuala Lumpur 98' XVI Commonwealth Games - Commemorative Banknote

Bank Negara Malaysia in co-operation with Sukom Ninety Eight Berhad issued a new RM50 note to commemorate the Kuala Lumpur '98 XVI Commonwealth Games. This banknote was the first polymer banknote to be issued in Malaysia.

The design of the note portrays Malaysia as a world class sporting destination. The front features the portrait of the first Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong on the right and the Kuala Lumpur city skyline with prominent landmarks in the centre. The Look of the Commonwealth Games which features the stylised butterfly symbol and the gold-coloured Optical Variable Device (OVD) with the portrait of the first Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong in the clear window appears on the left. The logo of Bank Negara Malaysia appears in the other clear window on the right of the note. The Kuala Lumpur International Airport is featured as the central backdrop. To the right, the background design shows the artist's impression of the Multimedia Super Corridor connecting Kuala Lumpur City Centre to Putrajaya, Cyberjaya and the new Kuala Lumpur International Airport. 

The design on the back of the note shows the Bukit Jalil National Stadium in the centre. The logo of the Kuala Lumpur '98 XVI Commonwealth Games appears on the left of the note.

50 Ringgit
50 Ringgit Malaysia. Commonwealth Games
50 Ringgit Malaysia. Commonwealth Games

Malaysia. 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement and His Majesty’s installation as the 15th Yang di-Pertuan Agong - Commemorative Banknote

Bank Negara Malaysia is issuing commemorative banknotes in conjunction with the 60th Anniversary of the Signing of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement. These commemorative banknotes were launched by His Majesty Seri Paduka Baginda Yang di-Pertuan Agong XV Sultan Muhammad V at the Museum and Art Gallery, Sasana Kijang, Bank Negara Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur.

These banknotes commemorate the 60th Anniversary of the Federation of Malaya Independence Agreement signing in the year 1957. The commemorative banknotes honour the Council (later called Conference) of Rulers’ contribution towards the realisation of the Nation’s independence on 31 August 1957. The Agreement dated 5 August 1957 proclaiming the Yang di-Pertuan Agong as the Supreme Head of the Federation was signed by the Malay Council of Rulers from Johor, Kedah, Kelantan, Negeri Sembilan, Pahang, Perak, Perlis, Selangor and Terengganu with Sir Donald MacGillivray, the High Commissioner of the Federation of Malaya who represented Queen Elizabeth II. The Agreement became a historical constitutional evidence for the independence of the Federation of Malaya. Source

60 Ringgit
60 Ringgit Malaysia Commemorative Banknote
60 Ringgit Malaysia Commemorative Banknote

Thursday, 22 February 2018

Poland Banknote, 2012 Series ("Sovereigns of Poland" Second Series)

The 10 Polish Złotych note is the lowest value złoty banknote and has been used since the redenomination of the złoty in 1995. The note is used as the sole currency in Poland, a country with a population of about 38 million. It is the smallest note, measuring 120×60mm with a dark brown and green colour scheme. The ten złotych note features a portrait of Duke Mieszko I in the obverse centre area, while the reverse depicts a denar, a silver coin from Mieszko I's reign.

10 Polish Zlotych Banknote (Circulating note)
10 Polish Zlotych Banknote
10 Polish Zlotych Banknote
Thanks to Agnes for the banknote! Received 14/2/2017

 20 Polish Zlotych Banknote
20 Polish Zlotych Banknote
20 Polish Zlotych Banknote

From Agnes received on 22/3/12018.  Thanks so  much!

Japan. Book Ticket, 100 Yen



Sunday, 18 February 2018

Thailand​. Commemorative Banknotes in Remembrance of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej


According to a press release dated 20 July 2017, Governor Veerathai Santiprabhob announced the Bank of Thailand’s intention to issue a new family of banknotes designed to commemorate King Bhumibol Adulyadej. The new notes are like the preceding issues, but with different backs.

Commemorative Banknotes in Remembrance of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

20 Baht 
 20 Baht Thailand Commorative Banknote
Front: ​The portrait of H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej in the Royal House of Chakri gown.
 20 Baht Thailand Commorative Banknote
Back:​ The early life of H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej

50 Baht
50 Baht Thailand Commorative Banknote
Front:​ The portrait of H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej in the Royal House of Chakri gown.
50 Baht Thailand Commorative Banknote
Back: ​H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s royal ceremonies and duties during the early time of his accession to the throne.

100 Baht
100 Baht Thailand Commorative Banknote
Front: ​The portrait of H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej in the Royal House of Chakri gown.
100 Baht Thailand Commorative Banknote
Back: H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s kindness through royal duties in rural areas.

1000 Baht
1000 Baht Thailand Commorative Banknote
Front: ​The portrait of H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej in the Royal House of Chakri gown.
1000 Baht Thailand Commorative Banknote
Back: The late reign of H.M. King Bhumibol Adulyadej, the beloved King of Thai people.


From my recent trip to Satun, Thailand.  I'm missing 500Baht.