1980 Thailand 10 Baht Banknote, Bank of Thailand, Rama IX, Supreme Commander uniform / King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) statue, Royal Plaza, Bangkok, Pick P-87, Serial 7D 0973993 [Est. XF]
Description
A Thai 10 baht note, Series 12, undated (issued 20 September 1980), Pick P-87. Brown. The front shows Rama IX in the uniform of the Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces with the Garuda; the back shows the equestrian statue of King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) at the Royal Plaza, Dusit, Bangkok. Watermark: Rama IX. Printed by the Note Printing Works; the signature pair was not identified. Catalog size 132 x 69 mm. Serial 7D 0973993. Measured on the 1200 dpi scan: 132.1 x 69.3 mm; printed margins left 5.1, right 5.1, top 3.6, bottom 5.1 mm (well centered). The close-ups show the serial, the portrait of Rama IX and the Rama V equestrian statue. The last photo adds a millimeter scale.
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Historical Context
King Chulalongkorn (Rama V) reigned from 1868 to 1910, abolished slavery and modernized Siam's government and railways. His equestrian statue at the Royal Plaza was unveiled in 1908.
Condition
[Est. XF] A vertical fold and light handling; a tiny red ink dot at the top center. Grade estimated; not professionally graded.
Legal Tender
Withdrawn from circulation, but Thai banknotes keep their legal tender status and can be exchanged at banks (Bank of Thailand FAQ). Sold as a collectible.
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