1956-63 Lebanon 10 Livres Specimen Pick 57s2 PMG 66 EPQ Perforated Rare PCLB Note

1956-63 Lebanon 10 Livres Specimen Pick 57s2 PMG 66 EPQ Perforated Rare PCLB Note

Offered here is a superb Lebanon 10 Livres Specimen note, cataloged as Pick 57s2 / PCLB 88s, and graded PMG 66 EPQ Gem Uncirculated. Issued during the 1956-63 period, this is an official specimen example of a classic Lebanese banknote, combining exceptional print quality, strong historical interest, and elegant mid-century design. With its SPECIMEN status, perforated cancellation, and premium PMG certification, this is a highly desirable piece for collectors of Middle Eastern and world paper money.

In terms of authenticity, the note is professionally authenticated and graded by PMG (Paper Money Guaranty), one of the most respected third-party grading services in numismatics. The holder identifies the note as Lebanon, Pick 57s2, PCLB 88s, 1956-63, 10 Livres, with Printer: TDLR, Watermark: Man’s Head, S/N X20 00000, and Perforated specimen status. The EPQ designation confirms exceptional paper originality, an important feature for collectors seeking premium-quality examples.

Historically, this note represents the paper money of Lebanon during an era when the country was known for refined banking design and sophisticated currency production. Specimen notes like this were produced for archival, presentation, and reference purposes rather than for everyday circulation, making them scarcer and especially appealing to advanced collectors. The Banque de Syrie et du Liban / related institutional heritage reflected on this type connects the piece to an important phase in Lebanese monetary history.

The design is particularly attractive and distinctly Lebanese. The face features the monumental ruins of Baalbek, one of the most iconic archaeological sites in the country, rendered in rich green tones with intricate border work and bilingual inscriptions. The large perforated SPECIMEN across the portrait watermark area clearly identifies the note as a specimen issue while adding the classic control feature collectors appreciate. The reverse continues the scenic appeal with a beautifully engraved landscape view, likely representing a historic Lebanese setting with water, architecture, and hillside fortifications. Together, the two sides create a banknote with both cultural depth and strong visual presence.

The 10 Livres denomination is a classic value from this period and an excellent representative of Lebanon’s elegant pre-modern paper money. In PMG 66 EPQ, this specimen stands at a premium level of preservation, making it a standout example for collectors of Lebanon, specimen notes, and beautifully engraved world currency.

Catalog Details:
Country: Lebanon
Denomination: 10 Livres
Date: 1956-63
Catalog Number: Pick 57s2 / PCLB 88s
Type: Specimen
Printer: TDLR
Watermark: Man’s Head
Serial Number: X20 00000
Feature: Perforated
Grade: PMG 66 EPQ Gem Uncirculated

Collector’s Value:
This note offers a compelling combination of official specimen status, premium PMG certification, elegant Lebanese design, and strong historical appeal. Collectors are especially drawn to specimen issues because of their limited purpose, zero-style serial format, and distinctive cancellation features. A Lebanon Pick 57s2 in PMG 66 EPQ is an impressive and desirable addition to any advanced world banknote collection, particularly for specialists in Middle Eastern currency or archival specimen material.