Description
📌 General Information
Country: Qatar
Issuer: Qatar Monetary Agency (before Qatar Central Bank)
Denomination: 100 Riyals
Year: 1980
Catalog Number: Pick #11a
Language: Arabic & English
🎨 Design Features
Front (Obverse):
Arabic calligraphy in the center
Multicolored geometric security patterns
Signature of finance authority
Traditional ornamental motifs
Back (Reverse):
Dhow (traditional sailing boat) — symbol of Qatar’s maritime heritage
Palm trees and coastal imagery
Intricate circular guilloché design
🔐 Security Features
Watermark (typically geometric or emblem-based)
Fine line printing (guilloché patterns)
Serial numbers in Arabic/Latin style
Color-shifting ink not present (older issue)
📊 Condition & Value
Your note is graded “Very Fine (VF)” by DIM Currency.
Visible folds and light wear are consistent with this grade.
💰 Estimated Value:
$20 – $40 USD (≈ 75 – 150 AED)
Value depends on:
Sharpness of details
Cleanliness (stains, tears)
Collector demand
⭐ Collector Notes
Early Qatar issues (pre-Qatar Central Bank) are collectible
The dhow design is iconic in Gulf currency
Higher value if:
Uncirculated (UNC)
Consecutive serial numbers
Original bundle or rare prefix