200 Pounds

• 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  

• 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

• 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" 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.

• Other Security Features:

- Denomination ‘200’ at bottom-left of obverse side is printed in colour-shifting ink, it changes colours between gold, yellow, and lime green along with a rolling bar effect when the banknote is tilted in different angles:

© Kiet Tran

- Latent image in the orange space at bottom-right of the obverse side, the denomination “200” can be seen when looked at closely or the note is tilted

© Kiet Tran