Issued by the Nepal Rastra Bank in 2002, this 10 Rupees banknote is part of the late-monarchy series celebrating Nepal’s royal heritage, natural beauty, and cultural identity.
The obverse features a portrait of King Gyanendra wearing the traditional royal crown, accompanied by denomination numerals, inscriptions in Nepali and English, and intricate guilloche patterns.
The reverse showcases the Mount Everest massif, symbolizing Nepal’s Himalayan pride and global significance. Decorative borders and repeating denomination elements complete the design.
Issuer: Nepal Rastra Bank
Denomination: 10 Rupees
Year: 2002
Dimensions: Approx. 133 × 70 mm
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark (King Gyanendra), security thread, microprinting, guilloche patterns