A Tibetan banknote
These notes were used prior to the Chinese communist takeover of Tibet in the 1950s.
Front of note:
Back of note:
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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.