...Thailand - 2022 Full Set Of Five Notes

ราชอาณาจักรไทย

(Kingdom of Thailand)

 

Bank of Thailand, Est.1942

(ธนาคารแห่งประเทศไทย)

Currency : Baht (THB) 

 

Here is a full set of five banknotes. These notes belong to the 17 Series, which was first introduced in 2017 and 2018. Since then, there were few reprints issued but not in full sets. The below notes were reportedly released in (nd)2022 and I believe these are the only full sets issued since these were first introduced in 2017. The 20 baht note has since been replaced by a polymer series, whilst the rest are still printed on paper materials.

 

The designs on the front are all the same, with the portrait of the current King of Thailand, King Rama X in his Air Force Marshal uniform. On the back, from 20 baht to 1000 baht, there are printed with two portraits of the Thai Kings, representing the Chakri Dynasty since 1782. Needless to say, the current King appears twice on the 1000 baht, both front and back.

Twenty Baht

 

Front - Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun

Watermarks - King and electrotype 20

Dimensions - 139mm x 72.5mm

Back - The first Chakri dynasty king, King Rama I; Phra Phutthayotfa Chulalok (1782-1809) & King Rama II; Phra Phutthaloetla Naphalai (1809-1824) [son of Rama I]

Fifty Baht

 

Watermarks - King and electrotype 50

Dimensions - 145mm x 73mm

 

 

Back - King Rama III; Nangklao (1824-1851) [son of Rama II] & King Rama IV; Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramenthra Maha Mongkut Phra Chom Klao Chao Yu Hua (1851-1868) [son of Rama II]

 

 

One Hundred Baht

 

Watermarks - King and electrotype 100

Dimensions - 151mm x 73mm

 

Back - King Rama V; Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poraminthra Maha Chulalongkorn Phra Chunla Chom Klao Chao Yu Hua (1868-1910) [son of Rama IV] & King Rama VI; Phra Bat Somdet Phra Poramenthra Maha Vajiravudh Phra Mongkut Klao Chao Yu Hua (1910-1925) [son of Rama V]

 

Five Hundred Baht

 

Watermarks - King and electrotype 500

Dimensions - 157mm x 72.5mm

 

 

Back - King Rama VII; Somdet Chaofa Prajadhipok Sakdidej (1925-1935) [son of Rama V] & King Rama VIII; Ananda Mahidol (1935-1946 suicide/murdered aged 20) [grandson of Rama V];

 

 

One Thousand Baht

 

Watermarks - King and electrotype 1000

Dimensions - 163mm x 73mm

 

 

Back - King Rama IX; Bhumibol Adulyadej (1946-2016) [grandson of Rama V] & King Rama X; Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun (since 13.10.2016) [son of Rama IX].

 

...Brunei - 1 Ringgit 2019 Reprint Polymer

Negara Brunei Darussalam

(نڬارا بروني دارالسلام‎)

(Brunei)

 

Bank Pusat Brunei Darussalam

(Brunei Darussalam Central Bank)

Currency - Ringgit (BND)

 

Posted below is the reprint of the 2011 series of 1 ringgit. It is not sure if other denominations with the year date of 2019 have been printed and awaiting to be issued.

 

As this is a reprint, the designs on both the front and the back are the same, except that this one has a year date of 2019 printed on the back of the note.

 

This 2019 print was first reported in 2019 when an uncut sheet of 2 was released to celebrate the Sultan's 73rd birthday. Only 600 sets were issued for this special occasion.

Like all banknotes issued in Brunei, the signature on the note belongs to the Sultan of Brunei.

One Ringgit

 

Signature - Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah

Watermarks - Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah and Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque

Dimensions - 141.5mm x 69.5mm

 

Front - Sultan Haji Hassanal Bolkiah Mu'izzaddin Waddaulah (b.1946-). He has been the Sultan of Brunei since 05.10.1967, when he succeeded his late father, Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Sa'adul Khairi Waddien (b.1914-1986). Apart from being the Sultan of Brunei, Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah also holds the positions of Prime Minister, Minister of Finance, Minister of Defence and Minister of Foreign Affairs. In the center is the flower called Dillenia Suffruticosa (Simpur Rancah) or simply known as Bunga (flower) Simpur. The simpur is a large shrub which can grow up to 10 meters in height. This species is commonly found in secondary sub-tropical South Asia, Australasia and the Indian Ocean islands.

Back - The aerial view of the capital city of Bandar Sri Begawan, including the national mosque Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque and surrounding building. This mosque is a landmark in the capital city and was built and completed in 1958.

 

...Philippines - 1000 Piso Polymer Reprint Dated 2024

Republika ng Pilipinas

(Republic of The Philippines)

Bango Sentral ng Pilipinas

(Central Bank of The Philippines, Est.1949)

Currency - Piso (PHP)

 

This is a reprint of the 1000 piso polymer note. This series of polymer notes was first introduced on 18.04.2022, and the note was dated 2022. The note posted here is dated 2024.

The design of this 2024 note is the same except for the Governor's signature and of course for the year printed.

 

One Thousand Piso

Signatures

President - Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Romualdez Marcos Jr (tenure 30.06.2022-30.06.2028)

Governor - Eli M Remolona Jr (since 2023)

Date - 2024

Dimensions - 161mm x 66.5mm

 

Front - The front features two main national symbols of the country. Firstly, is the Philippines Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi). This is one of the rarest birds in the world, and it is believed that there are less than 500 birds in the country. The Philippines eagle represents the country's uniqueness, strength, power, and love for freedom, as well as a sharp vision for the future. The other symbol is the Sampaguita (Jasminum sambac flower) in the form of a see-through window. The Sampaguita symbolises purity, simplicity, humility, and strength. On the right is another see-through window, and on the window, it features the National Coat of Arms, and beneath that is the new logo of the Central Bank of The Philippines.

 

Back - The design on the back is basically the same as the last paper banknote issued. On the left is the outline map of the Philippines. The Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, a UNESCO World Site, is printed on the background, with a turtle swimming and below that is a South Sea Pearl oyster. The Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is situated between the main island of Mindanao and the island of Palawan. A colourful Lion fish is also depicted swimming in the reef. On the right is the strip weaver design called T'nalak. This feature was first introduced on the 1000 piso paper note issued in 2020 as the Windowed Security Thread (WST).

...Cambodia - 200000 Riel 2024 Commemorative 20th Coronation Anniversary Of King Norodom Sihamoni

ព្រះរាជាណាចក្រកម្ពុជា

(Kingdom of Cambodia)

ធនាគារជាតិនៃកម្ពុជា

(National Bank of Cambodia, Est.1954)

Currency : Riel (KHR)

 

This is a commemorative note of 200,000 riels issued on 16.10.2024 for the celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the Coronation of King Norodom Sihamoni. King Norodom Sihamoni was crowned on 29.10.2004 (-29.10.2024). This is the largest denomination of note issued in the Kingdom of Cambodia since 1955.

 

The face value of this note is worth approximately US$50. According to a local report, a total of 20 million pieces have been printed. The entire print is worth about US$1.0 billion, and the authority in Cambodia has assured the public that the issuance of this high denomination of banknotes will not affect currency circulation in the Cambodian economy. It is always a concern when such a high value banknote is issued to counter shortage of money due to high inflation, just like those countries going through the experience of a high inflationary environment. I believe there is no evidence that the country is experiencing high inflation. At the moment, there are 13 denominations of banknotes plus this new 200000 riels circulating in Cambodia and they are 50, 100, 200, 500, 1000, 2000, 5000, 10000, 15000, 20000, 30000, 50000, 100000 and 200000 riels.

 

This new banknote adds to a series of commemorative banknotes issued by the Cambodian government to honor significant milestones in the country's history and royal family. In 2019, a 15,000 riel banknote was released to mark the 15th anniversary of King Sihamoni's coronation.

Two Hundred Thousand Riels

Governor - Chea Chanto* (tenure 1998-2023)

Cashier General - Ou Chandara

Watermark - King Norodom Sihamoni and electrotype emblem

Dimensions - 172mm x 77mm

 

Note* He has since been replaced by Dr Chea Serey (PhD, she/her, since 2023)

Front - The main features on the front are the two portraits of King Norodom Sihamoni (b.1953) and Queen Norodom Monineath Sihanouk (b.1936). The late King Norodom Sihanouk and Queen Norodom Monineath Sihanouk were married in 1955 after King Norodom Sihamoni was born. King Norodom Sihamoni had a younger brother called Norodom Narindrapong (b.1954-2003). The background of this note is decorated with traditional sculptures with the words ពីររយពាន់រៀល (Two Hundred Thousand Riel) at the bottom, with the number ២00000 (200,000) at the top'.

 

Back - The image of King Sihamoni signing an official document. To the right is the iconic Bayon Temple in Siem Reap province, featuring the Four faces of Bodhisattva Avalokitesvara. To the bottom left is the inscription of "Congratulations to the 20-Year Anniversary of the Coronation Day of His Majesty Preah Bat Samdech Preah Boromneath Norodom Sihamoni (29 October 2004 - 20 October 2024)". Beneath that is the Naga (mythical snake) from Wat Phnom Bridge.

...Philippines - 1000 Piso Polymer Reprint Dated 2023

Republika ng Pilipinas

(Republic of The Philippines)

Bango Sentral ng Pilipinas

(Central Bank of The Philippines, Est.1949)

Currency - Piso (PHP)

This is a reprint of the 1000 piso polymer note. This note was first introduced on 18.04.2022, and the note was dated 2022. The note posted here is dated 2023.

The design of this 2023 note is the same including the signatures except for the year date.

One Thousand Piso

Front - The front features two main national symbols of the country. Firstly, is the Philippines Eagle (Pithecophaga jefferyi). This is one of the rarest birds in the world, and it is believed that there are less than 500 birds in the country. The Philippines eagle represents the country's uniqueness, strength, power, and love for freedom, as well as a sharp vision for the future. The other symbol is the Sampaguita (Jasminum sambac flower) in the form of a see-through window. The Sampaguita symbolises purity, simplicity, humility, and strength. On the right is another see-through window, and on the window, it features the National Coat of Arms, and beneath that is the new logo of the Central Bank of The Philippines.

 

Signatures

Pangulo ng Pilipinas (President) - Ferdinand 'Bongbong' Romualdez Marcos Jr (tenure 30.06.2022-30.06.2028)

Tagapangasiwa ng Bangko Sentral (Governor) - Felipe Manguiat Medalla (tenure 2022-2023)

Date - 2023

Dimensions - 161mm x 66mm

Back - The design on the back is basically the same as the last paper banknote issued. On the left is the outline map of the Philippines. The Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park, a UNESCO World Site, is printed on the background, with a turtle swimming and below that is a South Sea Pearl oyster. The Tubbataha Reefs Natural Park is situated between the main island of Mindanao and the island of Palawan. A colourful Lion fish is also depicted swimming in the reef. On the right is the strip weaver design called T'nalak. This feature was first introduced on the 1000 piso paper note issued in 2020 as the Windowed Security Thread (WST).