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China Banknote 10 Patacas 2003 DIM 40 AED

Name: China Banknote 10 Patacas 2003 DIM 40 AED
Price: 40 AED
Availability: InStock

AED 40

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Item Details

Age

10+ years

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Used an average amount, as frequently as would be expected

Posted on: 27th March 2026

Description

💵 Basic Information
Country / Region: Macau
Currency: Macanese Pataca (MOP)
Denomination: 10 Patacas
Issuer: Banco da China
Date on note: 8 December 2003
Catalog Reference: Pick #102a
Serial Number: ES 70336
🎨 Design & Colors
Main colors: Red, pink, and light orange tones
Style: Modern banknote with Chinese and Portuguese elements (reflecting Macau’s history)
🖼️ Front Design (Obverse)
Large number “10” appears in corners
Text includes:
“BANCO DA CHINA”
“DEZ PATACAS” (Portuguese for 10 Patacas)
Chinese characters for the denomination are prominently displayed
Decorative geometric patterns across the note
Security thread visible vertically (metallic strip)
🏛️ Main Illustration
A lighthouse and coastal building
→ This represents a historic site in Macau, symbolizing maritime heritage
🔢 Serial Number
Printed twice:
Vertically on the left
Horizontally on the bottom right
Prefix: ES
✍️ Signatures & Text
Includes signature of bank official
Text in Portuguese and Chinese, reflecting Macau’s bilingual system
Date and administrative regulation reference printed in small text
🔐 Security Features
Embedded security thread
Fine micro-pattern background
Detailed line engraving
Watermark (not visible in this image but present in note)
📊 Condition (Grading)
The holder label shows:
Grade: Very Fine (25)
→ Moderate circulation, visible folds and wear, but still collectible
💰 Collector Notes
This note is modern but collectible, especially in graded condition
Value depends on:
Condition (grading helps increase value)
Serial number (fancy numbers can add value)
Not rare, but nice example for world currency collectors