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Rwanda Banknotes Catalog

The history of Rwanda's banknotes reflects the country's economic and political evolution. Since its independence in 1962, Rwanda has undergone significant changes in its currency, moving from the colonial Rwandan franc to its own monetary system.

Current banknotes in circulation

Rwanda currently uses the Rwandan franc (RWF) as its official currency. Banknotes in circulation include denominations of 500, 1000, 2000 and 5000 francs. These banknotes, introduced in 2019, feature modern designs that highlight the country's culture and wildlife, such as the mountain gorilla on the 5000 franc bill. The current series features advanced security measures and durability.

Historical banknotes and milestones in Rwandan banknote production

Rwanda' s first own banknotes were issued in 1964, shortly after independence. Over the years, the country has had several series of banknotes, reflecting different stages of its history. An important milestone was the introduction of bilingual banknotes in Kinyarwanda and French in the 1970s. Another significant moment occurred in 1995, when a new series of banknotes was issued following the 1994 genocide, symbolizing a new beginning for the nation. In 2013, Rwanda took a step towards modernization with the introduction of polymer banknotes, improving the durability and security of its currency.

Country Rwanda
Flag
Coin Rwandan franc (RWF) (RWF)
1€ 1.439,42Fr
Continent Africa
Capital city Kigali
ISO2 RW
ISO3 RWA
Catalogued banknotes 64

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Valuable banknotes

The most valuable Rwanda banknotes sought after by collectors are the following:

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100 Francs

FO#8961 P#8
Year / Series: 1964-1976
Composition: Paper
Size: 70 x 144 mm
Shape: Rectangular

1000 Francs

FO#8975 P#14
Year / Series: 1978
Composition: Paper
Size: 155 x 71 mm
Shape: Rectangular

500 Francs

FO#8972 P#34
Year / Series: 2008
Composition: Paper
Size: 136 x 72 mm
Shape: Rectangular

100 Francs

FO#8962 P#12
Year / Series: 1978
Composition: Paper
Size: 70 x 134 mm
Shape: Rectangular

500 Francs

FO#8965 P#9
Year / Series: 1964-1976
Composition: Paper
Size: 155 x 70 mm
Shape: Rectangular

50 Francs

FO#8993 P#2
Year / Series:
Composition: Paper
Size:
Shape: Rectangular

20 Francs

FO#8959 P#6
Year / Series: 1964-1976
Composition: Paper
Size:
Shape: Rectangular

1000 Francs

FO#8996 P#5
Year / Series:
Composition: Paper
Size:
Shape: Rectangular

50 Francs

FO#8960 P#7
Year / Series: 1964-1976
Composition: Paper
Size: 70 x 134 mm
Shape: Rectangular

100 Francs

FO#8963 P#18
Year / Series: 1982
Composition: Paper
Size:
Shape: Rectangular

500 Francs

FO#8967 P#13
Year / Series: 1978
Composition: Paper
Size:
Shape: Rectangular

1000 Francs

FO#8977 P#21
Year / Series: 1988
Composition: Paper
Size: 70 x 156 mm
Shape: Rectangular

5000 Francs

FO#8990 P#37
Year / Series: 2009
Composition: Paper
Size: 145 x 70 mm
Shape: Rectangular

500 Francs

FO#8968 P#16
Year / Series: 1981
Composition: Paper
Size: 145 x 68 mm
Shape: Rectangular

5000 Francs

FO#8987 P#25
Year / Series: 1994
Composition: Paper
Size:
Shape: Rectangular

1000 Francs

FO#8974 P#10
Year / Series: 1964-1976
Composition: Paper
Size: 165 x 69 mm
Shape: Rectangular

500 Francs

FO#8970 P#26
Price: 3,80€
Year / Series: 1998
Composition: Paper
Size: 135 x 73 mm
Shape: Rectangular

1000 francs

FO#8982 P#39
Year / Series: 2015-2019
Composition: Paper
Size: 140 x 72 mm
Shape: Rectangular

500 Francs

FO#8966 P#11
Year / Series: 1974
Composition: Paper
Size: 155 x 67 mm
Shape: Rectangular

1000 Francs

FO#8981 P#35
Year / Series: 2008
Composition: Paper
Size: 140 x 72 mm
Shape: Rectangular