20 LKR

Front: Traditional Kandyan dancer in ceremonial costume. Kandyan dance is one of Sri Lanka's most iconic cultural traditions, originating in the hill country Kingdom of Kandy during the 15th–19th centuries. The elaborate costume includes the distinctive ves costume with silver ornaments, headdress (ves thattuva), chest ornament, bangles, ankle bells, and ritual objects. This classical dance form was traditionally performed at temple ceremonies and royal courts, and remains a central element of Sri Lankan cultural identity. The dancer is shown mid-performance with ritual drums (geta bera) visible in the composition.

Back: Colombo Port, Sri Lanka's principal maritime gateway and one of South Asia's busiest container terminals. The port, located in the capital Colombo on the west coast, has been a major trading hub since ancient times and underwent significant modernization in the 20th and 21st centuries. The design shows modern port infrastructure including container cranes, cargo ships, and port facilities, representing Sri Lanka's role in international trade and its strategic position on Indian Ocean shipping routes. The scene includes the Ceylon Petroleum Corporation terminal and modern container handling equipment. Wildlife elements include a jungle owlet (Glaucidium radiatum), a small owl species native to Sri Lanka and southern India, and a butterfly (likely the Common Redbreast or Ceylon Tree Nymph), representing the island's rich biodiversity.

Uncirculated note with sharp corners and no visible wear