Gambia 10 Dalasis 2019 Pick 38a UNC Banknote
The Gambia 10 Dalasis 2019 banknote (Pick 38a) was issued by the Central Bank of The Gambia as part of the country’s modern banknote series introduced after the political transition of 2017. The note celebrates Gambian culture and UNESCO World Heritage sites while incorporating improved security features.
Presented in UNC (Uncirculated) condition, it is an attractive addition to collections of African and modern world banknotes.
Historical Background
The 2019 series reflects a renewed national identity and highlights important aspects of Gambian history, culture and heritage. The 10 Dalasis denomination showcases the Kankurang, a traditional masked figure of the Mandinka people recognised by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage, together with the famous Senegambia Stone Circles, one of Africa’s most important archaeological monuments.
Technical Specifications
- Country: The Gambia
- Denomination: 10 Dalasis
- Year: 2019
- Pick Number: P-38a
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Issuer: Central Bank of The Gambia
- Currency: Gambian Dalasi (GMD)
- Material: Paper
- Dimensions: Approximately 140 × 70 mm
Obverse
The obverse features:
- Kankurang ceremonial figure
- Central Bank of The Gambia inscriptions
- National coat of arms
- Denomination numerals
- Serial numbers
The Kankurang is one of the most iconic cultural symbols in The Gambia and plays an important role in traditional Mandinka initiation ceremonies.
Reverse
The reverse depicts:
- Senegambia Stone Circles
- Gambian landscape
- Decorative geometric patterns
- Large denomination numerals
The Senegambia Stone Circles are among the largest prehistoric stone monument complexes in the world and are recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Security Features
- Watermark
- Embedded security thread
- See-through register
- Fine guilloche patterns
- Microprinting
- Intaglio printing
- Serial numbering
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Gambia 10 Dalasis 2019 Pick 38a UNC banknote combines striking artwork with important cultural symbolism. Its depiction of the Kankurang and the Senegambia Stone Circles makes it one of the most distinctive modern African banknotes.
Perfect for:
- African banknote collections
- Gambia currency collections
- UNESCO-themed collections
- Cultural heritage banknotes
- Modern world paper money
- UNC banknote collections
Collector’s Note
The Pick 38a belongs to The Gambia’s latest generation of circulating banknotes and is appreciated for its colourful design, improved security features and celebration of the country’s unique cultural identity.
