2023 - 2nd Numismatic Exhibit Featuring Graded World Banknotes

Exhibiting a selection from the World Graded Banknote collection at the October 2023 Monthly Meeting of the Karnataka Numismatic Society (KNS), held on October 8, 2023, at the Indian Institute of World Culture, B. P. Wadia Road, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru 560004, was a great privilege.

The Karnataka Numismatic Society, founded in 1974, boasts a membership that includes prominent figures in the field of Numismatics as well as individuals from diverse backgrounds. KNS regularly organises monthly meetings and talks on various numismatic subject, and also encourages its members to display their collections during its monthly meetings.

The privilege of showcasing several World Graded Banknotes, along with their details, during this monthly meeting was truly appreciated.


Heartfelt gratitude is extended to all the committee members of the Karnataka Numismatic Society for affording the wonderful opportunity to showcase this collection. Take a moment to explore the journey of exhibits showcased at various other numismatic events and meetings.

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