Description
General Information
Country: Rwanda
Denomination: 2000 Francs
Currency: Rwandan franc
Issuing Authority: National Bank of Rwanda
Local Name on Note: Banki Nkuru Yu Rwanda
Year of Issue: 2014
Pick Number (Catalog): P-40a
Serial Number (your note): GS0445625
Design (Front)
Large satellite dish and telecommunications tower, representing Rwanda’s development in technology and communication infrastructure.
Background shows mountain scenery, referencing Rwanda’s nickname “Land of a Thousand Hills.”
Decorative geometric security patterns on the left side.
Large denomination “2000” printed in multiple locations.
Design (Back)
Tea plantation workers harvesting tea leaves, symbolizing Rwanda’s important tea industry and agriculture sector.
Scenic agricultural landscape typical of Rwanda’s highlands.
Security Features
Watermark portrait visible when held to light.
Security thread embedded in the paper.
Micro-printing and fine line patterns.
See-through register elements.
Color-shifting ink in some print areas.
Material
Printed on cotton banknote paper with advanced anti-counterfeiting elements.
Size
Approximately 150 × 72 mm.
Grade of Your Note
The holder label shows “About Uncirculated 55 (AU-55)”, meaning:
Very light handling
Nearly new appearance
Minor folds or handling marks only
Strong color and sharp paper
Approximate Collector Value
AU-55 graded example: about $10 – $25 USD depending on demand and certification.
Interesting Fact
Rwanda redesigned many of its banknotes in the 2000s–2010s to highlight technology, agriculture, and economic development, replacing older notes that featured portraits.