Issued by the National Reserve Bank of Tonga in 1992, this 2 Paʻanga banknote is part of the earlier modern series reflecting Tonga’s monarchy, national identity, and cultural heritage.
The obverse features a portrait of King Taufaʻahau Tupou IV, along with denomination numerals, classic guilloche patterns, and inscriptions in Tongan and English.
The reverse depicts traditional Tongan cultural motifs or important national landmarks, presented within detailed ornamental designs typical of early 1990s banknotes.
Issuer: National Reserve Bank of Tonga
Denomination: 2 Paʻanga
Year: 1992
Dimensions: Approx. 140 × 70 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, security thread, guilloche patterns
