Violet, sapphire, and soft amber tones weave together royal portraiture, Maya heritage, and tropical wildlife into one of Belize’s most visually layered modern banknotes.
Design & Symbolism
Obverse
The obverse combines a formal portrait of Queen Elizabeth II with a rich collage of Belizean national symbols, including the jade head, a carved Maya stela from Nim Li Punit, marine life, the national coat of arms, and architectural motifs inspired by Xunantunich. The composition balances royal authority with indigenous and natural heritage through finely detailed engraving and luminous color transitions.
Reverse
The reverse presents the Maya ruins of Altun Ha, Xunantunich, and Lubaantun surrounded by tropical imagery, including a keel-billed toucan and Baird’s tapir, creating a panoramic tribute to Belize’s archaeological and ecological identity.
Collector’s Insight
For collectors, this banknote is admired for its exceptionally dense symbolic composition, uniting British colonial legacy, Maya civilization, tropical biodiversity, and advanced De La Rue security printing within a single elegant design.
Shipping & Guarantee
Each banknote is carefully handled and securely packed to ensure safe delivery. Authenticity is guaranteed.
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