Libya 1/4 Dinar 2002 Pick 62 UNC Banknote
The Libya 1/4 Dinar 2002 banknote (Pick 62) was issued by the Central Bank of Libya as part of the Series 5 banknotes introduced in 2002 during the Jamahiriya period. Printed by De La Rue in the United Kingdom, it replaced the earlier 1991 Series 4 design with updated signatures and refined security features while preserving Libya’s iconic historical monuments.
Presented in UNC (Uncirculated) condition, this attractive low-denomination banknote is an excellent addition to collections of Libyan, African and archaeological-themed currencies.
Historical Background
The Series 5 banknotes were introduced to modernise Libya’s circulating currency while retaining national symbols associated with the country’s Roman and Saharan heritage. The 1/4 Dinar denomination remained in circulation until later currency reforms and has since been demonetized, making pristine UNC examples increasingly popular among collectors.
Technical Specifications
- Country: Libya
- Denomination: 1/4 Dinar
- Year: 2002
- Pick Number: P-62
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Issuer: Central Bank of Libya
- Currency: Libyan Dinar (LYD)
- Material: Paper
- Dimensions: 142 × 71 mm
- Printer: De La Rue (United Kingdom)
Obverse
The obverse features:
- Arch of Tiberius at Leptis Magna
- Arabic inscriptions
- Denomination numerals
- Decorative guilloche patterns
- Serial numbers
The Arch of Tiberius, located within the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Leptis Magna, is one of the finest preserved Roman monuments in North Africa and reflects Libya’s remarkable archaeological legacy.
Reverse
The reverse depicts:
- Murzuq Fortress
- Palm trees
- Desert landscape
- Large denomination numerals
- Decorative security patterns
The Murzuq Fortress, situated in the Fezzan region of southwestern Libya, was a strategic stop along the historic trans-Saharan caravan routes connecting North and Sub-Saharan Africa.
Security Features
- Watermark of the Libyan Coat of Arms
- Embedded security thread
- Fine guilloche engraving
- Intaglio printing
- Multicolour underprint
- Serial numbering
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Libya 1/4 Dinar 2002 Pick 62 UNC banknote combines Libya’s Roman heritage with its Saharan history in an elegant low-denomination design. Its detailed engraving and historical landmarks make it one of the most attractive modern Libyan banknotes.
Perfect for:
- Libya banknote collections
- African currency collections
- Roman archaeology collections
- UNESCO World Heritage themes
- Historic fortress collections
- UNC world paper money collections
Collector’s Note
The Pick 62 belongs to Libya’s Series 5 (2002) and succeeded the earlier Pick 57 Series 4 issue. Although both notes share similar themes, the 2002 series features updated signatures and security elements, making it an essential companion for collectors seeking a complete progression of modern Libyan banknotes.
