General Information:
• Country: Australia
• Denomination: 10 Australian dollars
• Material: Polymer
• Colour Scheme: Predominantly blue and green shades
• Size: Approximately 137 mm x 65 mm
Front Side:
• Main Image:
• Portrait of Andrew Barton (Banjo) Paterson – a renowned Australian poet, journalist, and songwriter, best known for the iconic song "Waltzing Matilda."
• In the background, there is an image of a horse rider, symbolizing Paterson’s deep connection to Australian culture and poetry.
• Floral Motif: Golden wattle flowers (Acacia pycnantha), the official floral emblem of Australia.
• Illustration: Examples of traditional Australian architecture, including a rural-style house.
Back Side:
• Main Image:
• Portrait of Mary Gilmore – a famous writer, poet, and activist for women's rights.
• To the left of the portrait, there is a house and a windmill, representing rural life in 19th-century Australia.
• The house depicted is a typical dwelling of early Australian settlers – a small wooden hut with a corrugated iron roof. It reflects Mary Gilmore’s childhood and early life, as she was born in 1865 in a rural area. Her formative years in the Australian countryside deeply influenced her literary work and activism.
• A transparent window featuring a portrait and stylized images of a pen, symbolizing the literary contributions of both figures.
Polymer Banknotes Innovation:
Australia was the first country in the world to introduce polymer banknotes.
After the successful implementation of polymer banknotes, Australia became a model for other nations. Today, more than 50 countries, including Canada, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand, have adopted polymer banknotes.
