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Afghanistan Banknote 20 Afghanis 1961 DIM 120AED

AED 120

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Item Details

Age

Brand New

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Still in original packaging

Posted on: 4th February 2026

Description

Country: Afghanistan
Issuing Authority: Bank of Afghanistan (Da Afghanistan Bank)
Denomination: 20 Afghanis
Year of Issue: 1961
Pick Number: P-38a

Front Design:

Portrait of King Mohammed Zahir Shah (former King of Afghanistan)

Denomination “20 Afghanis” written in Dari/Persian

Official bank text and signatures

Afghan national emblem at the bottom center

Decorative geometric and floral patterns

Color: Blue / blue-green tones

Material: Paper

Condition (as graded on holder):

Very Fine (VF) 25

Graded and encapsulated by DIM Currency

Serial Number on holder: 19924948

Grading year noted: 2024

Location on holder: KSA

Historical Note:
This banknote belongs to the period of Afghanistan’s monarchy under King Zahir Shah (1933–1973). Notes from this era are popular with collectors due to their historical significance and classic engraved portrait style.