De La Rue Celebrates Currency Milestones in Sri Lanka and Namibia

On 29 August, the Central Bank of Sri Lanka (CBSL) marked its 75th anniversary with the issue of a 2,000 rupee (Rs) commemorative banknote under the theme ‘Stability for Prosperity’.

Designed by De La Rue and printed locally by De La Rue Lanka, this limited- edition note highlights the CBSL’s enduring legacy while reflecting Sri Lanka’s heritage and aspirations for the future. The design features the CBSL head office, Colombo’s lighthouse clock tower, and the modern city skyline, while the reverse features a stylised map of Sri Lanka, a water lily, and the CBSL’s vision statement.

A total of just 50 million notes will enter circulation, enhancing its commemorative value. Security features include IGNITE® (a colour-shifting security thread), and PUREIMAGE™ (holographic thread featuring novel movement and pulsing effects not usually associated with holograms), enhanced GEMINI™ and tactile bars to support the visually impaired.