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Afghanistan Banknote 100 Afghanis 1961 DIM 100AED

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Item Details

Age

Brand New

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Still in original packaging

Posted on: 16th January 2026

Description

Afghanistan – 100 Afghanis (1961)

Country: Afghanistan
Issuing Authority: Bank of Afghanistan
Denomination: 100 Afghanis
Year of Issue: 1961
Pick Number: P-40a

Design & Appearance

Front (Obverse):

Portrait of King Mohammad Zahir Shah (King of Afghanistan from 1933 to 1973)

Denomination “100 Afghanis” on both sides

National emblem of Afghanistan at the lower center

Text printed in Persian (Dari)

Back (Reverse):

Traditional geometric and ornamental patterns

Blank central area (common for notes of this period)

Language on Note

Persian (Dari)

Printer

Thomas De La Rue & Company Limited (United Kingdom)

Security Features

Watermark area (blank circular field)

Fine engraved patterns

Serial numbers printed in black

Dimensions

Approx. 156 × 74 mm

Condition (as shown on holder)

Grade: Very Fine (VF 20)

Remarks: Torn – Adhesive (previous repair visible)

Grading Company: DIM Currency

Serial Number: 08870967

Historical Notes

Issued during the reign of Afghanistan’s last king

Represents the pre-republic monarchy era

Popular among collectors of Middle Eastern and royal-portrait banknotes