British India King George VI 10 Rupees Banknote — Signed by First Indian Governor Sir C.D. Deshmukh (1943–1947)

SKU: NOT-BI-GVI-10R• Ref: Jhun# 5.2.1, Pick# 24

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Historical Background

Sir C.D. Deshmukh took over as RBI Governor in August 1943 during the depths of WWII. Notes signed by him played a pivotal role in the financial transition leading to Indian independence on 15 August 1947.

Curator's Provenance Note:

“Free of pinholes, folds, or ink graffiti; paper retains crisp original embossing and vivid blue/mauve intaglio colours.”

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Physical & Historical Archival Data

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Historical PeriodBritish Colonial India / RBI Era

Monarch / RulerKing George VI

Issuing Country / StateBritish India

Denomination10 Rupees

Gregorian Yearc. 1944–1946

Composition / MetalPaper

Official WeightN/A

DiameterN/A

Catalog Reference (KM# / Pridmore)Jhun# 5.2.1, Pick# 24

Authentication AuthorityIn-House Gallery Certified

Obverse Epigraphy & Iconography

Portrait of King George VI facing right in oval frame; 'RESERVE BANK OF INDIA' at top; signed by C.D. Deshmukh.

Reverse Epigraphy & Iconography

Sailing dhows on Indian coastal waters with RBI seal and language panel.

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