🏦 General Information Country: Qatar 🇶🇦 Issuer: Qatar Central Bank Denomination: 1 Riyal Year: 1996 Catalog Number: Pick #14a Grading Company: DIM Currency Grade: Very Fine (VF 25) Special Note: Marked as “Torn” (there is physical damage) 💵 Front (Obverse) Design Main Language: Arabic Central Design: Abstract geometric pattern in the center (security-style design) Right Side: Qatar national emblem: Traditional dhow boat Palm trees Crossed swords Left Side: Decorative geometric Islamic pattern Signatures: Governor of Qatar Central Bank Serial Numbers: Visible in Arabic numerals (matching the slab label: W/67 640576) 🎨 Colors & Style Dominant colors: Brown Orange Purple tones Intricate Arabic calligraphy and patterns Traditional Islamic geometric artwork 🔐 Security Features (Typical for this issue) Fine line printing (anti-counterfeit detail) Watermark (usually visible when held to light) Serial numbering Complex geometric background patterns 📊 Condition (VERY IMPORTANT) Grade: Very Fine (25) Moderate circulation Visible folds and wear ⚠️ Torn: This significantly reduces value for collectors 💰 Estimated Value
Because of condition + damage:
Normal VF condition: ~$5 – $15 With tear (your note): 👉 Around $2 – $6 USD (approx. 7 – 22 AED)
Collector value is low mainly due to the tear.
⭐ Collectibility Common banknote (not rare) More valuable in uncirculated condition Still interesting for: Gulf currency collectors Historical Qatar banknotes 🧠 Extra Insight This note is from older Qatari currency series before modern polymer notes Features classic Gulf imagery (dhow + palm trees) representing heritage and trade