Description
🧾 Basic Information
Country: Jordan 🇯🇴
Issuer: Central Bank of Jordan
Denomination: 10 Dinars
Year: 1992
Catalog Reference: Pick #26
Grading Company: DIM Currency
Grade: Very Fine (VF 30)
⚠️ Condition Note
The label clearly states: “Missing Piece”
This means:
A small portion of the note is physically torn or missing (visible on the left edge)
This significantly reduces collector value
Despite this, the note still has collectible interest due to age and design
👤 Front (Obverse) Details
Portrait of King Hussein of Jordan
King of Jordan from 1952 to 1999
Shown wearing traditional Jordanian attire (keffiyeh)
Arabic text includes:
“البنك المركزي الأردني” (Central Bank of Jordan)
Denomination written in Arabic: عشرة دنانير
Design elements:
Intricate Islamic geometric patterns
Security guilloche designs (fine line patterns)
Multicolor background (green, blue, orange tones)
🔢 Serial Number
Printed in red:
Example: TA 009532
Also appears in black on the lower left
🎨 Design & Security Features
Fine engraved portrait (intaglio printing)
Complex background patterns to prevent counterfeiting
Decorative medallion and floral motifs
Watermark (not visible in photo but present in note)
💰 Value (Approximate)
Because of the condition:
With damage (“Missing Piece”):
👉 Around $5 – $15 USD (may vary)
Without damage (VF condition normally):
👉 Around $25 – $60 USD
📊 Grade Explanation (VF 30)
Moderate circulation
Visible folds and wear
Still relatively clear details
No major stains, but damage lowers grade desirability
⭐ Interesting Facts
This series is part of modern Jordanian currency redesign
King Hussein appears on multiple Jordanian banknotes
Jordanian dinar is one of the strongest currencies in the Middle East