SARB 1 Rand Banknote G. Rissik Signature

19611965 1 Rand Banknote (G. Rissik Signature)

Year: Circa 19621965

The obverse features a portrait of Jan van Riebeeck in 17th-century attire on the right, surrounded by the bilingual title inscriptions "SUID-AFRIKAANSE RESERWEBANK" and "SOUTH AFRICAN RESERVE BANK", the signature of Governor Gerard Rissik, and the serial number "A52 903709".

The reverse showcases the historic South African national Coat of Arms featuring the crest lion and lion supporter holding the motto Ex Unitate Vires, with the denomination "1 RAND" and intricate security patterning. Issued following South Africa's decimalization in 1961, notes bearing the "A" prefix and Gerard Rissiks signature represent the earliest First Decimal series banknotes issued by the Republic of South Africa before subsequent design revisions.

 It's condition is as seen in the provided photos.

This Banknote comes in a protective sleeve.

Collection: Free collection available from Tygervalley.