Used an average amount, as frequently as would be expected
Posted on: 3rd April 2026
Description
🏦 General Information Country: Qatar 🇶🇦 Authority: Qatar Monetary Agency (before Qatar Central Bank) Denomination: 10 Riyals Year: 1980 Catalog (Pick): #9a Condition (graded): Very Fine (VF 25) Grading Company: DIM Currency 🎨 Design & Colors Main colors: Soft green Yellow/orange tones Light blue & pink (center rosette) Style: Classic Arabic ornamental design Fine geometric patterns and guilloché work Symmetrical artistic layout 🔍 Front Design Details Center: Large decorative rosette with Arabic calligraphy Text reads: Qatar Monetary Agency (in Arabic) Top section: Arabic inscription inside ornate panel Right side: Emblem featuring a traditional dhow (boat) with palm trees 🌴⛵ This symbolizes Qatar’s maritime heritage Left side: Abstract geometric security patterns Bottom: Signature area (Minister of Finance / official authority) 🔢 Serial Numbers Visible in black Arabic numerals on both sides Matching serial: 581900 (with prefix) 🛡️ Security Features (typical for the period) Intricate guilloché patterns (anti-counterfeiting) Fine line printing Symmetry and color blending No modern features like holograms (older issue) 📏 Physical Characteristics Material: Paper (cotton-based banknote paper) Condition notes: Visible vertical fold in the center Slight wear and softness Still collectible (VF grade) 💰 Collector Value (approx.) In Very Fine (VF 25) condition: 💵 Around $20 – $60 USD Value depends on: Exact condition Market demand Serial number (not rare here) ⭐ Interesting Facts This note is from the early currency era of Qatar before modern redesigns The dhow symbol reflects Qatar’s history in: Pearling Fishing