Irish 10 Ten Pound Note. James Joyce Series C 1994

Irish £10 Ten Pound Note - James Joyce Series C (1994)

An original Irish £10 banknote from the iconic "Series C" print run, originally designed by renowned Irish artist Robert Ballagh. This series represents the very last paper currency issued by the Central Bank of Ireland before the transition to the Euro.

Design Features & History:The Front: Features a detailed portrait of literary legend James Joyce set against a backdrop of Dublin, the Wicklow Mountains, and Dublin Bay.The Reverse: Features a "river mask" sculpture from the facade of the Dublin Custom House representing the River Liffey.

The Hidden Text: Overlaid across a 19th-century map of Dublin City is the opening passage from Joyce's final masterpiece, Finnegans Wake, which begins: "riverrun, past Eve and Adam's, from swerve of shore to bend of bay..."Item Specifics:Denomination: £10 / Deich bPuntDate of Issue: 27-01-94Serial Number: BEJ 508114Signatures: O'Connell / CromienCondition:Circulated.

As seen in the photos, it has a clear central vertical fold line and typical handling creases, but the paper remains intact with absolutely no rips, writing, or corner tears.A fantastic piece of modern Irish history and a must-have piece for any coin or banknote collection. I live in Kilbeggan & work in Dublin.