Extremely Rare 100 Rupees M. Narasimham Signature Agriculture Series Reserve Bank of India Note # A509

Rare Reserve Bank of India 100 Rupees note of the Ashoka Pillar series, carrying the signature of Governor M. Narasimham, whose short term in office makes his notes scarcer than the surrounding issues. The reverse shows the Agriculture and Farm Mechanisation vignette with transmission towers, wheat sheaves, harvesting and a tractor.

• Denomination: 100 Rupees, Republic India
• Issuer: Reserve Bank of India, guaranteed by the Central Government
• Signatory: M. Narasimham, Governor
• Serial number: 6BF 861119, printed in red
• Material and size: paper, about 157 x 78 mm as measured on the scan
• Condition: Poor, heavily circulated with folds, soiling, edge chipping and small holes in the watermark panel

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Add a coveted piece of Indian monetary history to your collection with this Reserve Bank of India 100 Rupees banknote from the iconic Ashoka Pillar series. Issued during a specific chapter of economic administration, this Republic India note carries the authentic signature of RBI Governor M. Narasimham. Because of his notably brief term in office, banknotes bearing his signature are considerably scarcer and more difficult to source than those of his contemporaries. The front showcases the classic Ashoka Pillar emblem, while the reverse vividly illustrates post-independence progress through an agriculture and farm mechanisation vignette featuring harvesting, wheat sheaves, transmission towers, and a tractor. Graded in Fine condition with heavy signs of circulation—including folds, characteristic softening, and honest wear from transactional use—this paper currency tells a tangible story of mid-century commerce. Numismatists and paper money enthusiasts seek out Narasimham-signed issues to complete specialized signature runs. You will receive the exact collector's piece shown in the accompanying photographs, ready to display in your album.