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Auction: 25100 - World Banknotes - e-Auction
Lot: 718

(x) Banque de Syrie, Syria, specimen 25 Livres Syriennes, Beyrouth, 1st January 1920,

this note features a compelling design that underscores its intended circulation in both Syria and Lebanon. The front of the note showcases a vibrant scene of pilgrims with a camel caravan at the Mausoleum of Sayyida Zaynab in Damascus. Pilgrims depicted on the note are shown in their traditional attire, journeying through the desert with their camels, evoking a sense of devotion and tradition that has persisted for centuries. The choice of this imagery reflects both Syria's religious heritage and the importance of pilgrimage in the broader region.

On the reverse, the note features a striking depiction of a water well with a dome in the village of Babaakline, Lebanon. Babaakline, known for its rich history and picturesque landscapes, is home to a traditional water well with a beautifully crafted dome, a feature typical of the region's architectural heritage. These wells were once vital sources of water for rural communities and often served as gathering places, symbolising the close connection between the people and their environment. The dome above the well adds an element of architectural elegance, with its intricate design representing the cultural and historical ties between Syria and Lebanon,


(Pick 8s, PCLB 8), about uncirculated to uncirculated, PMG grades will be confirmed before the auction closes

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£1000