Solomon Islands 10 Dollars Commemorative 2023 UNC Polymer Banknote (Pick 39)
The Solomon Islands 10 Dollars Commemorative 2023 banknote (Pick 39) is a striking modern polymer issue released by the Central Bank of Solomon Islands (CBSI) to commemorate the XVII Pacific Games 2023, hosted for the first time in Honiara, Solomon Islands.
Printed in durable polymer and issued in limited quantities, this commemorative note quickly became one of the most desirable modern Pacific banknotes among collectors worldwide.
Historical Significance
The XVII Pacific Games, held between 19 November and 2 December 2023, represented one of the most important sporting events ever hosted by the Solomon Islands. To celebrate this historic milestone, the CBSI released a special legal tender commemorative banknote.
The note was issued in a limited quantity of 1,000,000 pieces, making it both a circulating banknote and a collectible commemorative issue.
For collectors, this banknote represents:
- A Pacific Games commemorative issue
- A modern polymer banknote
- A special Pick 39 collectible
- A historic sporting event in Oceania
- One of the most attractive recent Pacific issues
Technical Specifications
- Country: Solomon Islands
- Denomination: 10 Dollars
- Year: 2023
- Pick Number: P-39
- Condition: Uncirculated (UNC)
- Material: Polymer (Safeguard)
- Size: 135 × 66 mm
- Printer: De La Rue (United Kingdom)
- Issuer: Central Bank of Solomon Islands
Obverse
Features:
- Pacific Games 2023 logo
- Solomon Islands flag
- Eagle head motif
- Traditional fish carvings
- National coat of arms
- Three ceremonial paddles
- Argentum security patch
Reverse
Depicts athletes participating in:
- Rugby
- Basketball
- Weightlifting
- Football (soccer)
- Athletics
- Bodybuilding
celebrating the unity and spirit of the Pacific Games.
Security Features
- Polymer substrate
- Transparent security window
- Argentum metallic security patch
- Advanced anti-counterfeiting technology
- Durable Safeguard polymer material
Why Add This Banknote to Your Collection?
The Solomon Islands 10 Dollars Commemorative 2023 Pick 39 UNC banknote combines sports, culture, and modern polymer technology in a highly collectible issue. Its limited release, Pacific Games theme, and vibrant design make it one of the most attractive recent banknotes from Oceania. Collectors on numismatic communities have highlighted it as one of the standout Pacific commemorative issues of 2023.
Perfect for:
- World banknote collections
- Pacific Islands currency collections
- Sports-themed collections
- Polymer banknote collectors
- Commemorative banknote collections
- Oceania banknote collections
