200 Rupees
Mauritius · Bank of Mauritius
The 200 Rupees banknote honors Sir Charles Gaetan Duval, Q.C. (1930-1996), a lawyer, statesman, and influential politician who led the Parti Mauricien Social Democrate (PMSD) during Mauritius' critical development period. His portrait appears at the left of the obverse, alongside the Mauritius Coat of Arms at lower left. The design includes facades of the historic Bank of Mauritius building in the underprint and features Blindfolded Lady Justice holding balance scales and a sword, symbolizing the rule of law and justice in the nation. The note measures 150 x 72 mm and includes tri-lingual inscriptions in English, Hindi, and Tamil.
Highlights
Reason2023 issuance commemorates Charles Gaetan Duval's contributions as a jurist and statesman during Mauritius' path toward independence and democratic governance.
DesignPortrait of political leader Duval integrated with classical Bank of Mauritius architecture and allegorical Justice imagery.
Security featuresWindowed security thread with demetalized BANK OF MAURITIUS, watermark of dodo bird with cornerstones; printed by De La Rue on paper measuring 150 x 72 mm.
Sources