Nepal 10 Rupees Banknote (2017-2020) – Mount Everest & Black Buck Design
Country: Nepal
Issuer: Nepal Rastra Bank (नेपाल राष्ट्र बैंक)
Ruling Authority: Federal Republic of Nepal (2008-present)
Type: Standard Circulation Banknote
Years of Issue: 2017-2020
Denomination: 10 Rupees (NPR)
Currency: Nepalese Rupee (1932-present)
Composition: Paper
Size: 133 × 70 mm
Shape: Rectangular
Obverse Features:
- Left: Mount Everest, the world's highest peak, depicted as a national symbol of Nepal.
- Center: Changunarayan, an ancient form of Lord Vishnu seated on Garuda, representing Nepal’s deep cultural and religious heritage.
- Right: Watermark window featuring a Rhododendron flower, Nepal’s national flower.
- Denomination "10" appears in Nepali (top left) and English (top right).
- Security features include intricate design elements and high-quality engraving.
- Signature of the Governor of Nepal Rastra Bank (Chiranjivi Nepal or Maha Prasad Adhikari).
- Guarantee text ensuring legal tender status under Nepalese government assurance.
Reverse Features:
- Left: Watermark window with Rhododendron flower.
- Center: Black Buck, an antelope native to Nepal, representing the country’s biodiversity and conservation efforts.
- Top: Nepal Rastra Bank logo.
- Denomination “10” in both Nepali and English.
- "RUPEES TEN" printed in English at the bottom.
- Date of issue in English.
Watermark:
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Rhododendron Flower, visible under light.
Signatories:
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Chiranjivi Nepal (CN) – Governor
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Maha Prasad Adhikari (MPA) – Governor
Printer Details:
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De La Rue (TDLR), United Kingdom – One of the world’s leading security printing firms.
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Oberthur Fiduciaire, France – A prominent international banknote printing company.
This Nepalese 10 Rupees banknote is a collectible item showcasing the country’s cultural and natural heritage, making it a great addition for numismatists and world currency enthusiasts.
