Description
🇦🇫 Afghanistan – 1000 Afghanis Banknote (1990 Issue)
General Information
Country: Afghanistan
Issuing Authority: Da Afghanistan Bank (Central Bank of Afghanistan)
Denomination: 1000 Afghanis
Year of Issue: 1990
Catalog Reference: Pick #61b
Physical Characteristics
Material: Paper
Dominant Colors: Brown, beige, red, light blue, and multicolor ornamental patterns
Size: Standard Afghan banknote size for the period
Front (Obverse) Design
Central ornamental Islamic calligraphy with Persian/Dari text
Da Afghanistan Bank seal/emblem at the top center
Decorative floral and geometric borders
Denomination written in Dari (Persian)
Serial numbers printed in black and red
Artistic vignette on the left side with traditional calligraphy design
Back (Reverse) Design
Historic mosque complex (commonly associated with classical Afghan Islamic architecture)
Flying doves, symbolizing peace
Large numeric denomination “1000 Afghanis”
Highly detailed engraved background patterns
Language
Dari (Persian) – official language used on Afghan banknotes of that era
Security Features (for its time)
Intricate line engraving
Complex ornamental designs
Multicolor printing
(Note: No modern holograms or polymer security features)
Condition of the Shown Note
Graded by DIM Currency
Grade: Choice Uncirculated 64
Serial Number: 40/S 8733885
Encapsulated in a professional protective holder