Overview

Issued by the Reserve Bank of India under Governor R. N. Malhotra, this 2 Rupees banknote features classic Indian numismatic artwork. The obverse displays the Lion Capital of Ashoka along with central bilingual denominations. The reverse showcases a majestic Royal Bengal Tiger standing amidst wild grasses, representing India’s rich wildlife heritage. Please judge condition from the photographs, which show this exact note.

Key Features & Details:

• Country: India
• Denomination: 2 Rupees
• Printer: Security Printing and Minting Corporation of India (SPMCIL)
• Condition: As shown in image – Crisp, flat paper with bright original reddish-pink tone and sharp corners. Shows a small nick on the left edge, as visible in the images.
• Obverse (Front): Ashoka Lion Capital emblem, Reserve Bank of India title, central denomination ‘2’, signature of Governor R. N. Malhotra, and legal tender guarantee text.
• Reverse (Back): Detailed depiction of a Royal Bengal Tiger, RBI seal at bottom centre, language panel featuring regional Indian languages, and ‘TWO RUPEES’ text.
• Serial Number: 48L 129566 (Exact note shown in photos will be delivered)

Collector Value:

An iconic discontinued denomination from India, highly sought after by collectors of world currency and wildlife thematic notes.