1947 (ND 1950) Iraq 5 Dinars Banknote - King Faisal II - Code of Hammurabi - PMG 30 Very Fine

The Law of the Land: A Masterpiece of Iraqi Heritage

Own a premier piece of Hashemite history with this authentic 5 Dinars note. This high-denomination issue from the "National Bank of Iraq" period (1950–1954) is highly coveted by collectors for its stunning red color palette and its unique celebration of Iraq as the "Cradle of Civilization."

Historic & Design Highlights:

• Obverse (Front): Features a youthful portrait of King Faisal II on the right, balanced by a clear watermark window on the left. The central panel displays the denomination in elegant Arabic calligraphy, set against a complex multicolored underprint.

• Reverse (Back): Showcases a world-famous historical scene: King Hammurabi receiving the Laws from the Sun God, Shamash. This imagery is taken from the top of the Code of Hammurabi stele (c. 1750 BCE), highlighting Iraq's role as the birthplace of organized justice.

• The Denomination: In 1950, 5 Dinars was a very substantial sum, equivalent to 5 Pounds Sterling, and was used primarily for high-level commerce and banking.

• Printer: Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co. Ltd. (BWC), London.

Item Details:

• Issuer: National Bank of Iraq.

• Denomination: Five Dinars.

• Pick Number: P-30.

• Serial Number: A 491615.

• Grading: PMG 30 Very Fine.

• Condition Note: PMG has noted "Stains" on the reverse of the holder. For a large-format, high-value note of this era, minor environmental aging is expected; the paper remains sturdy with clear, crisp engravings.

Collector's Perspective: High-denomination Monarchy notes are exponentially harder to find than the 1/4 and 1/2 Dinar fractionals. The Hammurabi reverse is a favorite among thematic collectors of archaeology and law. Finding a PMG 30 example ensures a high level of eye appeal for a note that was almost entirely withdrawn from circulation following the 1958 revolution.

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