Kuwait One Dinar Banknote (Second Series, 1980)

This is a Second Series One Dinar banknote issued by the Central Bank of Kuwait, identifiable by its distinctive green and pink color palette. The obverse features the state emblem of Kuwait—a dhow sailing ship within a circular frame held by a falcon portrait—on the right side. The central text is rendered in Arabic calligraphy, stating the denomination 'One Dinar' and the issuing authority. Intricate guilloche patterns and geometric security underprinting are visible across the entire surface. This specific note bears the serial number 754391. The note shows signs of circulation including vertical and horizontal folding creases, softening of the paper texture, and some minor corner rounding. The colors appear somewhat muted, suggesting age-related fading or light exposure. This series was introduced in the late 1970s and early 1980s, serving as a primary currency before the 1991 post-invasion replacements. The craftsmanship is high-quality for legal tender of its era, featuring specialized security inks and a watermark area visible on the left side of the note.