1988 Australian Ten Dollar Bicentennial Commemorative Polymer Banknote

Overview

An Australian 1988 Bicentennial Commemorative Ten Dollar Polymer Banknote. This Note Was The World'S First Polymer Currency Note, Issued To Commemorate Australia'S Bicentenary. The Obverse Features A Portrait Of Captain James Cook Within An Oval Frame, A Depiction Of A Sailing Ship, And Groups Of Figures Representing Aspects Of European Settlement. The Reverse Features An Aboriginal Youth In Ceremonial Body Paint, Aboriginal Art Motifs, And Morning Glory Seed Sculptures. The Note Carries The Signatures Of B.W. Fraser (Secretary To The Treasury) And Johnston (Governor, Reserve Bank Of Australia).

Condition Notes

The Note Presents With Bright, Crisp Colours On Both Sides. The Polymer Substrate Appears Firm With No Visible Folds Or Creases. Edges Appear Clean And Intact. No Visible Tears, Pinholes, Staining, Writing Or Tape Repairs Are Noted. The Clear Window On The Reverse Is Intact. Minor Handling Marks May Be Present Consistent With An About Uncirculated Grade.

Specifications

* Country: Australia
* Denomination: Ten Dollars
* Year Of Issue: 1988
* Type: Bicentennial Commemorative
* Serial Number: Ab 37 715 288
* Signatories: Fraser / Johnston
* Composition: Polymer
* Issuer: Reserve Bank Of Australia
* Grade (Our Assessment): About UncirculatedFAL
991825+36FAL
991825+36

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