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Qatar Banknote 1 Riyal 1996 DIM 40 AED

Name: Qatar Banknote 1 Riyal 1996 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: 30th March 2026

Description

🏦 General Information
Country: Qatar 🇶🇦
Issuer: Qatar Central Bank
Denomination: 1 Riyal
Year: 1996
Catalog Number: Pick #14a
Grading Company: DIM Currency
Grade: Very Fine (VF 25)
Special Note: Marked as “Torn” (there is physical damage)
💵 Front (Obverse) Design
Main Language: Arabic
Central Design:
Abstract geometric pattern in the center (security-style design)
Right Side:
Qatar national emblem:
Traditional dhow boat
Palm trees
Crossed swords
Left Side:
Decorative geometric Islamic pattern
Signatures:
Governor of Qatar Central Bank
Serial Numbers:
Visible in Arabic numerals (matching the slab label: W/67 640576)
🎨 Colors & Style
Dominant colors:
Brown
Orange
Purple tones
Intricate Arabic calligraphy and patterns
Traditional Islamic geometric artwork
🔐 Security Features (Typical for this issue)
Fine line printing (anti-counterfeit detail)
Watermark (usually visible when held to light)
Serial numbering
Complex geometric background patterns
📊 Condition (VERY IMPORTANT)
Grade: Very Fine (25)
Moderate circulation
Visible folds and wear
⚠️ Torn:
This significantly reduces value for collectors
💰 Estimated Value

Because of condition + damage:

Normal VF condition: ~$5 – $15
With tear (your note):
👉 Around $2 – $6 USD (approx. 7 – 22 AED)

Collector value is low mainly due to the tear.

⭐ Collectibility
Common banknote (not rare)
More valuable in uncirculated condition
Still interesting for:
Gulf currency collectors
Historical Qatar banknotes
🧠 Extra Insight
This note is from older Qatari currency series before modern polymer notes
Features classic Gulf imagery (dhow + palm trees) representing heritage and trade