1982 Falkland Islands £10 Banknote - Queen Elizabeth II - PMG 58 EPQ Choice About Uncirculated

A Historic Sentinel: The 1982 Falkland Islands £10

Capture a pivotal moment in British and South Atlantic history with this 1982 10 Pound note. While it shares the beautiful emerald green design of the 1975 series, this note is distinguished by its significant issue date: 1st January 1982. As an "inter-war" issue, these notes are highly prized for their rarity and the historical context of the year they represent.

Artistic & Historical Highlights:

• Obverse (Front): A masterful emerald green engraving featuring Queen Elizabeth II in her regal frame. The intricate "Thomas De La Rue" underprint patterns are sharp and clear, providing a sophisticated backdrop to the bold "TEN POUNDS" denomination.

• Reverse (Back): Showcases the iconic symmetrical guilloche rosette, a hallmark of 20th-century high-security printing. The fine linework remains untarnished and vibrant.

• Significant Date: 1st January 1982 – Issued just prior to the events of April 1982.

• Signatory: H.T. Rowlands, Commissioner of Currency.

Collector’s Specifications:

• Issuer: Government of the Falkland Islands

• Denomination: Ten Pounds (£10)

• Date: 1982

• Pick Number: P-11b

• Serial Number: A 67785

• Grading: PMG 58 Choice About Uncirculated

• Grade Note: Carries the EPQ (Exceptional Paper Quality) designation, certifying the paper is original, unpressed, and possesses its natural fiber sheen.

Collector's Perspective: For many, the 1982 issue is the most desirable date in the entire Falkland Islands series. Finding a £10 denomination—a significant sum for the time—in Choice About Uncirculated condition with the EPQ designation is a rare opportunity. This note presents as virtually uncirculated, offering exceptional eye appeal and historical weight.

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