Issued by the Central Bank of Yemen in 2017, this 500 Rials banknote is part of the modern series reflecting Yemen’s national identity, cultural heritage, and historical architecture during a period of ongoing economic challenges.

The obverse features a portrait of Ali Abdullah Saleh, former president of unified Yemen, alongside denomination numerals, Arabic inscriptions, and decorative guilloche patterns.

The reverse depicts traditional Yemeni architecture, including fortified houses and mosques set against mountainous landscapes, symbolizing the country’s rich historical and cultural heritage.

Issuer: Central Bank of Yemen
Denomination: 500 Rials
Year: 2017
Material: Paper
Security features: Watermark, security thread, guilloche patterns