10 Livres Banknote Appraisal

Lebanese 10 Livres Banknote (Circa 1964-1988 Issue)

This item is a 10 Livres banknote issued by the Banque Du Liban (Bank of Lebanon). The note features a vertical orientation on this face, printed in a distinct reddish-brown or sepia monochromatic ink on high-quality security paper. The central vignette depicts the Raouche Rocks (Pigeons' Rock), a famous natural landmark in Beirut. Text is provided in both French ('DIX LIVRES', 'BANQUE DU LIBAN') and Arabic. The design includes intricate guilloche geometric patterns and decorative borders characteristic of mid-20th-century security printing. Physically, the note appears to be in very good to fine condition, showing crisp edges and no major tears, though slight central creasing may be present from handling. This specific design was utilized across series produced between the mid-1960s and the late 1980s. The craftsmanship reflects the high standards of European security printers (likely Thomas De La Rue or Giesecke & Devrient) often commissioned by the Lebanese central bank during this period. The paper maintains a off-white to cream tone with sharp typography and clear line work in the engraving.