Rs 100 Old Fafda 057271 hvr Iyengar Signed Note Excellent Condition

Offered here is a rare and historic ₹100 Indian currency note, popularly referred to as a "Fafda Note" due to its long rectangular shape and large size, reminiscent of the famous Gujarati snack. This note bears the signature of H.V.R. Iyengar, who served as the 6th Governor of the Reserve Bank of India from 1957 to 1962. The note features the serial number 057271 and is in Excellent Condition – a well-preserved piece showing light signs of age and handling, but with no tears, major folds, or stains. Note Details: Denomination: ₹100 Nickname: Fafda Note / Big Size Note Serial Number: 057271 Governor’s Signature: H.V.R. Iyengar Condition: Excellent – strong paper quality, intact borders, minimal wear Size: Approx. 172 mm x 109 mm (significantly larger than modern ₹100 notes) Obverse: Features Ashoka Lion Capital, with denomination written in multiple Indian languages Reverse: Depicts agricultural and industrial motifs of post-independence India Watermark: Security watermark visible under light Issue Period: Late 1950s to early 1960s Why This Note is Valuable: Signed by an early RBI Governor (H.V.R. Iyengar) Big-size ₹100 note, no longer in circulation Scarce in excellent collectible condition A significant asset for any serious numismatist or collector of Indian currency Harder to find with low serial numbers like 057271