Syria 5 Pounds Banknote
Issuer: Syria – Arab Republic (1961-Present)
Type: Standard Circulation Banknote
Years of Issue: 1397-1412 AH (1977-1991)
Calendar: Islamic (Hijri)
Value: 5 Syrian Pounds (5 SYP)
Currency: Syrian Pound (1919-Present)
Material: Paper
Size: 142 × 70 mm
Shape: Rectangular
Demonetized: Yes
Obverse Design
The obverse features a dark green color scheme with a multicolor underprint. It prominently showcases the ancient Roman theater of Bosra, an iconic UNESCO World Heritage site in Syria. To the right, there is a depiction of a female warrior statue, symbolizing strength and heritage.
Reverse Design
The reverse also follows a dark green on multicolor underprint theme. The imagery highlights cotton picking and spinning, representing Syria’s strong agricultural and textile industry.
Security Features
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Watermark: Arabian horse's head
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UV Features: UV activity detected under ultraviolet light
This historic 5 Syrian Pounds banknote reflects Syria’s rich cultural heritage and economic foundations. A must-have for collectors of Middle Eastern currency!