A Tibetan banknote

These notes were used prior to the Chinese communist takeover of Tibet in the 1950s.

Front of note:

Image of front of Tibetan banknote


Back of note:

Image of back of Tibetan banknote


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Image scanned and edited by Sönam Tenzin. The explanation of symbolism to be compiled. Comments and suggestions for improvements are welcome--Sönam Tenzin. Last updated 18 October 1997.