Syria 500 Pounds UNC Banknote | 1998 | P#110

Queen Zenobia

The front features a portrait representation of Queen Zenobia on the right side. Closely associated with ancient Palmyra, Zenobia gives P#110 one of the most recognizable historical themes within this Syrian banknote sequence.

Rather than using a modern political portrait, the design reaches into Syria’s ancient past. Consequently, the 500 Pounds denomination has a distinct identity that can appeal to collectors interested in rulers, ancient history, and archaeological subjects represented on paper money.

Roman Theatre at Palmyra

At the center appears the Roman Theatre at Palmyra. The architectural subject complements Zenobia and keeps both principal front-side elements connected to the same historical location.

Therefore, the front creates a particularly coherent composition. Zenobia provides the historical personality, while the theatre establishes the archaeological setting associated with Palmyra.

Euphrates Dam

The reverse changes from ancient history to modern infrastructure through a representation of the Euphrates Dam, commonly associated with the Tabqa Dam project.

This large infrastructure subject creates a strong contrast with Palmyra on the opposite side. Moreover, the dam introduces water-resource management and development as important themes within the banknote’s visual narrative.

Irrigation & Agricultural Production

Agricultural imagery accompanies the dam, including irrigation and agricultural products. Together, these elements show the connection between water infrastructure and cultivated land.

Accordingly, the reverse is not simply an image of a dam. Instead, it develops a broader agricultural theme by linking the Euphrates water system with irrigation and food production.

For thematic collectors, this creates several possible collecting angles, including dams, agriculture, water resources, infrastructure, and economic development.

• Watermark: Arabian horse’s head visible when viewed against transmitted light.
• Material: Traditional security paper used for this Syrian issue.
• Arabic Front: Arabic inscriptions identify the Central Bank of Syria and the 500 Pounds denomination.
• English Reverse: The reverse includes Central Bank of Syria and Five Hundred Syrian Pounds inscriptions.
• Dual Dating: The banknote displays 1419 AH together with 1998 AD.
• Dimensions: Approximately 165 × 75 mm.

The 1998 Syria 500 Pounds issue is catalogued with several recognized varieties under the broader P#110 reference. These include P#110a, P#110b, and P#110c.

Differences can involve prefix ranges and small details on the reverse, including the presence or absence of a small map and the positioning of denomination numerals. Therefore, collectors should not assume that every P#110 banknote is visually identical in every minor detail.

Unless a specific variety is explicitly stated in the product selection, the supplied banknote may represent any available P#110 variety. Serial number, prefix, signature, and minor variety details may consequently differ from the photographed example.

Ancient Palmyra Meets Modern Development

P#110 is especially effective as a thematic banknote because its two sides represent very different periods. Queen Zenobia and the Palmyra Theatre establish an ancient historical identity on the front. In contrast, the Euphrates Dam and agricultural scenes represent infrastructure and productive land use.

As a result, collectors can study how one denomination connects Syria’s archaeological heritage with a much more modern development theme.

Why the Zenobia Theme Stands Out

Within the P#107–P#111 sequence, each denomination introduces different subjects. However, P#110 is particularly recognizable because Queen Zenobia provides a named historical figure directly connected with the accompanying Palmyra imagery.

Furthermore, the combination gives the note a focused ancient-Syria identity. This separates its SEO and collector narrative from P#108, even though that earlier denomination also incorporates Roman-era history.

The Syria 500 Pounds P#110 occupies the fourth position in the sequence:

P#107 → P#108 → P#109 → P#110 → P#111

It follows the central 200 Pounds P#109 denomination and comes immediately before the final P#111 note.

Furthermore, 500 Pounds is the highest three-digit denomination in this five-note group. Therefore, P#110 creates a natural transition between the lower values and the final four-digit denomination in the sequence.

• Pick P#110: Fourth catalogue position in the P#107–P#111 sequence.
• 1998 issue: Clearly dated Syrian Central Bank banknote.
• Queen Zenobia: Distinct historical personality associated with ancient Palmyra.
• Palmyra Theatre: Recognizable archaeological subject on the front.
• Euphrates theme: Dam, irrigation, and agriculture dominate the reverse.
• UNC condition: Suitable for organized album presentation and archival storage.

Collectors assembling the complete P#107–P#111 sequence need P#110 to bridge the 200 Pounds P#109 and the final P#111 denomination. However, its independent thematic appeal is equally strong.

Ancient-history collectors receive Queen Zenobia and the Palmyra Theatre. Meanwhile, infrastructure and agriculture collectors can focus on the Euphrates Dam and irrigation scenes shown on the reverse.

In addition, the recognized P#110 varieties provide another layer for collectors who later decide to expand beyond a basic denomination set and study prefix or design differences.

• Use archival protection: Store the banknote inside an acid-free and PVC-free currency sleeve.
• Handle carefully: Hold the note by its edges with clean and dry hands.
• Avoid prolonged light: Protect printed colors from unnecessary direct sunlight.
• Control moisture: Keep the banknote in a dry environment with stable conditions.
• Record the variety: Collectors may note the prefix and reverse details when identifying P#110a, P#110b, or P#110c.
• Protect UNC quality: Finally, avoid folding, laminating, taping, or writing on the banknote.

Syria P#110 combines Queen Zenobia and the Roman Theatre at Palmyra with the Euphrates Dam and agricultural development, creating a distinctive historical and infrastructure-themed position within the P#107–P#111 sequence.

• Preparation: Orders are normally prepared within 1–3 business days.
• Protection: The banknote is carefully protected before shipment.
• Serial Notice: Serial number, prefix, signature, and P#110 variety may differ from the photographed example.
• Combined Shipping: In addition, combined shipping is available when ordering multiple Syrian or world banknotes.