Ceylan Banknotes Catalog
The history of banknotes in Ceylon, present-day Sri Lanka, is a fascinating journey through the economic and cultural evolution of this island nation. From the first banknotes issued during the colonial period to the modern currency in circulation, Ceylonese banknotes reflect the political and social changes in the country.
Current banknotes in circulation
Sri Lankan banknotes in circulation today are issued by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka. The most recent series, introduced in 2010, includes denominations of 20, 50, 100, 500, 1000 and 5000 rupees. These banknotes feature designs that reflect the country' s rich biodiversity and cultural heritage, with images of indigenous wildlife, historical sites and prominent figures from Sri Lanka's history.
Old banknotes and note landmarks
The first Ceylon banknotes were issued in 1885 by the Government of Ceylon during British rule. An important milestone was the establishment of the Central Bank of Ceylon in 1950, which began issuing banknotes in 1951. Following independence in 1948 and the name change to Sri Lanka in 1972, banknote designs evolved to reflect the national identity. A significant moment was the introduction of bilingual Sinhala and Tamil banknotes in 1977, symbolizing the country's linguistic diversity.
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📢 Ceylan is a country that does not exist.This country is currently part of the old banknotes of Sri Lanka.
Valuable banknotes
The most valuable Ceylan banknotes sought after by collectors are the following:
