Republic India Ten Rupees Incorrect Hindi B Rama Rau Note

This is a rare 10 Rupees Indian banknote issued by the Reserve Bank of India, signed by Governor B. Rama Rau. What makes this note special is the “incorrect Hindi” issue: the Hindi wording for “Das Rupaye” on the note is printed incorrectly, a notable error among Indian numismatic collectors.

Obverse Features

• Purple color scheme with ornate frame design.
• Text: “RESERVE BANK OF INDIA” and the promise clause in English and Hindi (incorrect).
• Denomination: “TEN RUPEES” and “दस रुपया”, the latter is the incorrect Hindi form (correct: “दस रुपये”).
• Governor’s signature: B. Rama Rau, who served from 1949 to 1957.
• Serial numbers printed twice, with Prefix “F 17”119808.
• Lion Capital of Ashoka pillar at right side.

Reverse Features

• Sailing dhow (boat) vignette set on the sea at center.
• Multilingual denomination panel listing “Ten Rupees” in several regional scripts.
• “RESERVE BANK OF INDIA” and denomination in English and Hindi.
• Decorative medallion with Indian wildlife.

Collector Value

The “incorrect Hindi” variety is highly collectible due to its printing error, distinguishing it from regular issues.