Twenty KD Note
Details
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Value
Twenty KD Note
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Dimensions
160 mm x 68 mm
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Dominant Colour
Blue
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Principal Subjects (Front)
Vignette of the Seif Palace
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Principal Subjects (Back)
- Vignette of Al-Boom Traditional Kuwaiti Dhow
- Vignette of a Pearl Diver
Description
Ruling & the Sea; On the front side of the banknote appears the illustrious Seif Palace, a symbol of sovereignty and ruling power to all of Kuwait’s erstwhile rulers where the country’s affairs are administered. The Boom, the largest and most popular traditional Kuwaiti dhow, is featured on the backside of the banknote, an element that alludes to Kuwait’s modernization as well as its rich economic and commercial history that is linked to the deep blue seas. Another element included on the back is a pearl diver, one of the earliest professions that enabled Kuwaitis to earn a living before the discovery of oil.
Vignette of the Seif Palace
On the front side of the banknote appears the illustrious Seif Palace, a symbol of sovereignty and ruling power to all of Kuwait's erstwhile rulers where the country's affairs are administered.
Vignette of a Traditional Kuwaiti Dhow
The Boom, the largest and most popular traditional Kuwaiti dhow, is featured on the backside of the banknote, an element that alludes to Kuwait’s modernization as well as its rich economic and commercial history that is linked to the deep blue seas.
Vignette of a Pearl Diver
Another element included on the back is a pearl diver, one of the earliest professions that enabled Kuwaitis to earn a living before the discovery of oil.
