العملات الفلسطينية
The Palestinian pound in Cyprus in 1942: The story of a currency that crossed the sea
In 1942, during World War II, Cyprus experienced a unique monetary event: the adoption of the Palestinian pound as temporary legal tender. This decision stemmed from a liquidity crisis facing the island, prompting the British authorities to take the unusual step of extending the use of another colony's currency. Historically, the Palestinian pound was the official currency in…
June 11, 2025Coins of Gaza City
This is Gaza City… that steadfast, ancient city that has always been a thorn in the side of invaders throughout history. Even as the invaders changed, it remained. It is also the most important city on the Palestinian coast to have begun issuing its own currency, or rather, the first to do so. This is Gaza, the city whose land continues to witness a present that is shaping history…
October 18, 2023Palestinian Currency Museum
The Virtual Museum of Palestinian Currency is a free, interactive online museum documenting images and information about Palestinian currency, particularly coins, during the British Mandate period from 1927 to 1947. Launched in September 2020, the museum features images, documents, excerpts from official newspapers and magazines, and other documentary materials. The virtual exhibits allow users to view…
March 10, 2023Palestinian banknotes and negative templates
How to print banknotes: Printing banknotes involves complex and precise steps. This process is attributed to skilled engineers and craftsmen who operate large printing presses for long and arduous hours to print paper money in large bundles. These bundles are then cut using a special machine similar to a guillotine and distributed to banks. Special papers made of cotton or polymer and special inks are used…
February 3, 2023