200 Pounds

200 Pounds - obverse200 Pounds - reverse

© Akhtaruzzaman Prodhan (CC BY)

Features

Issuer Egypt
Issuing bank Central Bank of Egypt
Period Arab Republic of Egypt (1971-date)
Type Standard banknote
Years 2013-2023
Value 200 Pounds
200 EGP = USD 4.22
Currency Pound (1916-date)
Composition Paper
Size 165 × 72 mm
Shape Rectangular
Number
N#
205837
References P# 77,
Tracy L. Schmidt (editor); 2019. Standard Catalog of World Paper Money. Modern issues 1961-present (25th edition). Krause Publications, Iola, Wisconsin, United States.
And 2 more volumes.
MHB# M3(200 L.E.)
Magdy Hanafy; 2021. موسوعة وكتالوج العملات المصرية - البنكنوت المصرى = Encyclopedia & Catalogue of Egyptian Money - Egyptian Banknotes (2nd edition). Friends Group For Philately & Numismatics, Cairo.

Obverse

Violet, brown, and green on multicolour underprint.
Qani-Bay Mosque Al-Rammah at right-centre.

Script: Arabic (naskh)

Lettering:
٢٠٠
جنيه
البنك المركزى المصرى
مئتا جنيه

مسجد قانيباى الرماح ٩٠٨ هـ - ١٥٠٣ م
The mosque of Qani-Bay 908H (1503)
200 Pounds

Translation:
Central Bank of Egypt
Two Hundred Pounds
200
Pounds

Reverse

The Seated Scribe (Fifth Dynasty) at left-center and a Pharaonic cartouch at right-center

Script: Latin

Lettering:
CENTRAL BANK OF EGYPT
TWO HUNDRED POUNDS
POUNDS 200
TWO HUNDRED POUNDS

Watermark

The Seated Scribe face

200 Pounds -  obverse

© Gamal El-Gamassy (CC BY-NC-SA)

Signatures

Hisham Ramez (HR) Governor, Central Bank of Egypt
Tarek Hassan Amer (THA) Governor, Central Bank of Egypt
Hassan Abdullah (HA) Governor, Central Bank of Egypt

Printer

The Printing House of the Central Bank of Egypt (دار طباعة النقد المصرية بالبنك المركزي), Al-Haram, Giza, Egypt New Administrative Capital, Egypt (1967-date)

Comments

  • Prefix Structure 
    • Numerator (Letter): Represents the specific note design issue, minor changes in the design does not require change in letter.For this note it is an Arabic letter (ى). It follows the previous issue of 200LE but with minor changes in the design. 
    • Denominator (Number): Indicates the print run or issuance sequence of this particular design. Each print has its own date indicated on the banknote which may change with each print. For this note design, prints are from (ى/٩٧) to (ى/٥٠٣) at Feb 2024 and still going. 
    • Serial Numbering: Each print run of banknotes includes serial numbers ranging from 0 up to a specified number. For this note, the highest serial number in each prefix print is 9,999,999.
    • Replacement notes: Extra print of notes printed to replace ruined notes during their production. In order not to ruin the numbering of ordinary prints, they are given print numbers in hundreds. For this note, as of February 2024  prints are issued 17 times  from (ى/٣٠٠) at 2013 to (ى/١٠٠) at 2022. 
    • Special Replacement notes: During production, some sheets might get damaged, instead of destroying the whole sheet, the damaged part is removed and the rest of the sheet is reused on different printing machine. prints from this machine are given special print number (٩٩٩), different dates are also printed on such  notes. For this note, as of Feb 2024 Total 3 prints  
Prefix Structure
  • Security Threads & Ultra-Violet Activity:
    • ST(1) : Buried Solid Thread, 1.5 mm wide,  reads from both sides : ٢٠٠ جنيه
    • ST(2) : Stitched Hologram Thread, 3.0 mm wide.
    • UV Activity : Rectangle with rounded corners reads inside : ٢٠٠
Security Threads and Ultra-Violet Activity
  • Artistic Features 
  • The Mosque of Qani-Bay

The Mosque of Qani-Bay, located in Cairo, Egypt, is a splendid architectural marvel commissioned by Mamluk Sultan Qansuh al-Ghuri and completed in 1503. Its design embodies the quintessence of Mamluk architecture, featuring intricate carvings, marble inlays, and geometric patterns that adorn its walls and ceilings. The mosque's grand entrance portal, spacious courtyard, and ornate interior reflect the skilled craftsmanship and artistic expression of its era.

 

 

 

 

  • The Seated scribe

The Seated Scribe is an ancient Egyptian statue crafted during the Old Kingdom period around 2500 BCE. Carved from limestone with remarkable detail, it portrays a seated scribe holding a papyrus scroll on his lap. Unlike idealized sculptures of the time, this statue captures the individual features of the scribe, highlighting the importance of literacy and record-keeping in ancient Egyptian society. Discovered in 1850 at Saqqara, Egypt, by Auguste Mariette, it now resides in the Louvre Museum in Paris, France. This iconic artwork serves as a testament to the skill of ancient Egyptian artisans and offers valuable insights into the cultural significance of writing and administration in ancient Egypt.

 

 

 

 

  • Hieroglyphic Cartouche
(Hetep bo Kemet), i.e. Peace upon Egypt, or Egypt is Peace

"Hetep bo Kemet" is an ancient Egyptian phrase that translates to "Peace be upon Egypt" or "Offering to the land of Egypt." It was commonly used in ancient Egyptian inscriptions and texts as a form of greeting or blessing, expressing goodwill and reverence for the land of Egypt. This phrase reflects the deep spiritual and cultural connection that ancient Egyptians had with their homeland, emphasizing the importance of harmony and prosperity within the nation. Today, it serves as a reminder of the rich cultural heritage and enduring legacy of ancient Egypt.

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Date Signatures VG F VF XF AU UNC Frequency
 ?  2% -----> Please move to (2022) HA ; 820172
 ?  1.8% -----> Please move to (2022) HA Replacement ; 836206
2013  HR 0.4% ٢٠١٣; Replacement; 10.9.2013; Prefix (300/ى)
2013  HR 0.4% ٢٠١٣; Special Replacement; 27.6.2013; Prefix (999/ى)
ND (2014)  HR 7% ٢٠١٤; P#77a; 7.4.2014; Prefix: (97/ى)
ND (2015)  THA 1.3% ٢٠١٥; P#77c -06.12.2015 - 9.12.2015; Prefix: (121/ى) to (124/ى)
ND (2015)  THA 1.3% ٢٠١٥; Replacement -13.12.2015; Prefix: (300/ى)
2015  HR 0.9% ٢٠١٥; 26.4.2015 - 04.11.2015; Prefix: (98/ى) to (120/ى)
2015  THA 0.9% ٢٠١٥; Special Replacement; 13.12.2015; Prefix (999/ى) - Wide & Narrow
2015-Apr-26  1.3% Please move to (2015) HR ; 701997
2015-Apr-28  5% Please move to (2015) HR ;701997
2016  THA 1.8% ٢٠١٦; 14.1.2016 to 11.10.2016; Prefix: (125/ى) to (142/ى)
2016  THA 0.4% ٢٠١٦; Replacement -12.10.2016; Prefix: (400/ى)
2016-Sep-15  0.9% ----> Please move to (2016);791976
2016-Oct-10  1.8% ----> Please move to (2016);791976
2017  THA 9% ٢٠١٧; 28.2.2017 to 27.12.2017; Prefix: (143/ى) to (180/ى)
2017  THA 0.9% ٢٠١٧; Special Replacement; 12.3.2017; Prefix (999/ى)
2017-Mar-06  0.4% ----> Please move to (2017); 509516
2017-Mar-29  3% ----> Please move to (2017); 509516
2017-Apr-23  0.9% ----> Please move to (2017); 509516
2017-Sep-25  1.8% ----> Please move to (2017); 509516
2017-Oct-17  1.3% ----> Please move to (2017); 509516
2017-Nov-05  4% ----> Please move to (2017); 509516
2018  THA 1.3% ٢٠١٨; 8.2.2018 to 6.12.2018; Prefix: (181/ى) to (203/ى)
2018-Jun-16  1.3% -----> Please move to (2018); 756729
2018-Sep-18  0.4% -----> Please move to (2018); 756729
2019  THA 4% ٢٠١٩; 14.1.2019 to 30.12.2019; Prefix: (204/ى) to (249/ى)
2019  THA 0.9% ٢٠١٩; Replacement; 11.4.2019 to 31.12.2019; Prefix: (500/ى) to (800/ى)
2019  THA 0.4% ٢٠١٩; Special Replacement; 5.11.2019; Prefix (999/ى)
2019-Aug-14  0.9% -----> Please move to (2019); 633901
2019-Dec-19  0.4% -----> Please move to (2019); 633901
2020  THA 5% ٢٠٢٠; 13.2.2020 to 24.12.2020; Prefix (250/ى) to (330/ى)
2020  THA 0.9% ٢٠٢٠; Replacement; 24.3.2020 to 31.8.2080; Prefix (900/ى) to (600/ى)
2020-May-21  1.3% -----> Please move to (2020); 633902
2020-Jul-15  0.4% -----> Please move to (2020) ; 633902
2020-Sep-13  0.4% -----> Please move to (2020); 633902
2020-Sep-24  0.9% -----> Please move to (2020); 633902
2020-Nov-02  0.9% -----> Please move to (2020); 633902
2020-Dec-13  0.9% -----> Please move to (2020); 633902
2020-Dec-24  3% -----> Please move to (2020); 633902
2021  THA 1.8% ٢٠٢١; 13.1.2021 to 26.12.2021; Prefix (331/ى) to (380/ى)
2021-Aug-25  11% -----> Please move to (2021) ; 756731
2021-Oct-13  2% -----> Please move to (2021); 756731
2022  THA 1.8% ٢٠٢٢; 2.1.2022 to 16.6.2022; Prefix (381/ى) to (411/ى)
2022  HA 3% ٢٠٢٢; 29.8.2022 to 29.12.2022; Prefix (412/ى) to (456/ى)
2022  HA 0% ٢٠٢٢; Replacement; 1.9.2022 to 4.12.2022; Prefix (800/ى) to (100/ى)
2022-Mar-21  0.9% -----> Please move to (2022) THA ; 785342
2022-Mar-22  1.8% -----> Please move to (2022) THA; 785342
2022-Jun-16  0.9% -----> Please move to (2022) THA; 785342
2022-Nov-07  5% -----> Please move to (2022) HA ; 820172
2022-Dec-01  1.3% -----> Please move to (2022) HA ; 820172
2023  HA 1.8% ٢٠٢٣

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