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Sierra Leone Banknote 1 Leones 2022 DIM 60 AED

Name: Sierra Leone Banknote 1 Leones 2022 DIM 60 AED
Price: 60 AED
Availability: InStock

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Item Details

Age

5-10 years

Condition

Almost no noticeable problems or flaws

Usage

Used an average amount, as frequently as would be expected

Posted on: 1st April 2026

Description

🏦 General Information
Country: Sierra Leone
Issuing Authority: Bank of Sierra Leone
Denomination: 1 Leone
Date on Note: 27 April 2022
Catalog Reference: Pick #35a
Serial Number: BB741708
Grading (on holder): 68 EPQ (Exceptional Paper Quality – near perfect condition)
Grading Company: DIM Currency
🎨 Front Design (Obverse)
Main Portrait:
Depicts Bai Bureh (1840–1908), a famous Sierra Leonean leader who resisted British colonial rule.
Color Scheme:
Mix of orange, red, pink, and light green tones with geometric patterns.
Central Elements:
National coat of arms of Sierra Leone near the center
Decorative hexagonal and geometric security-style patterns
Text:
“BANK OF SIERRA LEONE”
“Promise to pay on demand the sum of…”
“ONE LEONE” at the bottom
Signatures:
Governor and First Deputy Governor printed on left side
🔢 Serial & Numbering
Serial Number: BB741708
Printed in black on the lower right
Vertical serial also appears on the left side
🛡️ Security Features (Visible)
Fine micro-pattern printing (anti-counterfeiting)
Intricate geometric background designs
Multi-color printing with gradients
Sharp intaglio-style portrait detail
🧾 Additional Notes
This is a modern issue (2022) note
The 1 Leone denomination today has very low purchasing value, so it is more commonly collected than used
The grading 68 EPQ indicates:
Almost perfect condition
Original paper quality (not pressed or altered)
Highly desirable for collectors
💰 Collector Value (Approx.)
Because of the high grade (68 EPQ):
Estimated value: $15 – $40+ USD (can vary depending on demand and market)