Iraq – Banknotes

Iraqi banknotes include issues of the Iraqi dinar, reflecting the country’s economic, political and cultural development from the 20th century to the present. The series feature historical figures, Mesopotamian cultural heritage, architectural landmarks, Islamic artistic motifs, natural landscapes and symbolic elements representing national identity, accompanying monetary reforms, periods of instability, governmental changes and phases of financial modernization. Due to their design variety, variants, signatures and historical relevance within the Middle East, Iraqi paper money is appreciated in international numismatics and sought after by world banknote collectors.