10.000 Tenge
Kazakhstan · Qazaqstan Ulttyk Banki
Issued June 28, 2024, as the inaugural denomination of the National Bank of Kazakhstan's 'Saka Style' series. The 10,000 tenge note is colored in shades of violet, blue, and white, reflecting the alpine environment. The obverse displays the ancient Tree of Life symbol alongside DNA spiral and infinity ornament, bridging ancient Saka civilization with contemporary science. The reverse features the snow leopard ornament—an endangered species symbolic of Kazakhstan's commitment to wildlife conservation—with snow-covered Tian Shan mountains in the background.
Highlights
ReasonTo inaugurate the 'Saka Style' series and honor the snow leopard as an endangered species symbolic of Central Asian conservation efforts
DesignObverse: Tree of Life with soaring bird, DNA spiral, and infinity symbol. Reverse: Snow leopard ornament against snow-covered mountain peaks.
Security featuresAdvanced security printing techniques specific to high-denomination banknotes in the Saka Style series
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