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Qatar Banknote 100 Riyal 1980 DIM 250 AED

Name: Qatar Banknote 100 Riyal 1980 DIM 250 AED
Price: 250 AED
Availability: InStock

AED 250

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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: 7th April 2026

Description

🧾 General Information
Country: Qatar 🇶🇦
Issuer: Qatar Monetary Agency (before Qatar Central Bank)
Denomination: 100 Riyals
Year: 1980
Catalog Number: Pick #9a
Grading Company: DIM Currency
Grade: Very Fine (VF 25)
Serial Number: B/5 375811
🎨 Design & Features
🔹 Front (Obverse)
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Arabic text “مصرف قطر المركزي” (Qatar Monetary Agency / Central Bank reference)
Large central denomination in Arabic
Decorative multi-color geometric patterns
Traditional Arabesque designs
Signature of bank officials
Serial number printed twice
🔹 Back (Reverse)
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Traditional Qatari emblem:
Sailing dhow boat
Palm trees
Crossed swords
Fine engraved background patterns
Symmetrical ornamental layout
🔐 Security Features (1980 era)
Watermark (visible under light)
Fine line engraving (anti-counterfeiting)
Complex geometric patterns
Serial numbering
📊 Condition (Important)
Very Fine (25) means:
Clearly circulated
Light folds and creases
Still clean and fully intact
Good detail preserved
💰 Estimated Value
In this condition (VF 25):
👉 ~ $20 – $60 USD (approx.)
Value depends on:
Exact condition
Market demand
Serial rarity
⭐ Collector Notes
Early Qatar currency → historically collectible
Pre-modern oil-era designs
Popular among Middle East banknote collectors