Issued by the Central Bank of Yemen in 1992, this 10 Rials banknote was released after the unification of North and South Yemen in 1990. The design reflects Yemen’s national identity, cultural heritage, and post-unification symbolism.
The obverse features a portrait of Ahmad bin Yahya, representing continuity with the historical leadership of North Yemen, alongside denomination numerals, Arabic inscriptions, and decorative guilloche patterns.
The reverse depicts traditional Yemeni architecture and landscapes, highlighting fortified houses, mosques, and mountains typical of the country’s cultural heritage.
Issuer: Central Bank of Yemen
Denomination: 10 Rials
Year: 1992
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, guilloche patterns