THE RESERVE BANK AND REFORM OF THE CURRENCY: 1960–1988

Early Designs of 'Dollar' Currency Notes

The decision to adopt the dollar made necessary the design and production of a new series of notes with a fairly short leadtime.

Preliminary designs by four artists, under the general artistic direction of noted artist Russell Drysdale, were completed by March 1964.

Some of the designs not used are shown here.

Image showing the front of an unused one dollar note Image showing the back of an unused one dollar note

 
Designed by Richard Beck

Image showing the front of an unused two dollar note Image showing the back of an unused two dollar note

 
Designed by George Hamori

Image showing the front of an unused two dollar note Image showing the back of an unused two dollar note

 
Designed by Max Forbes

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