10 Rupees P C Bhattacharya 1962 B Inset D-8 Fafda Issue Note

This is a Republic India 10 Rupees note issued in 1962 and signed by Governor P. C. Bhattacharya. It features the rare “B Inset D-8 fafda issue” variety, which is recognized by collectors for its distinctive inset and issue series.

Key Features

• Governor: P. C. Bhattacharya (served 1962-1967).
• Inset: “B” in the number panel, identifying this as the specific variety sought after in collections.
• Issue: D-8 Fafda series, referring to the combination of the serial number, inset letter, and noted ‘fa-fda’ error or characteristic.
• Obverse: Classic purple color, Lion Capital of Ashoka at right, denomination and RBI promise text at center.
• Reverse: Sailing dhow (boat) vignette, denomination in various Indian languages, “Rupees Ten” panel, watermark window.

Historic Value

• Considered a valuable collectible due to its rarity and the popularity of “fafda issues” among numismatists specializing in Republic India paper money.
• Represents mid-20th-century RBI note designs and features one of the important governor signature series that collectors strive to complete.

Size and Dimensions

Approximate dimensions: 83 x 146 mm.

This note is highly regarded in the Indian currency collecting community for its unique variety and historical significance of the 1960s RBI issues.