Lebanon Livre Banknotes Set - UNC Condition (1964-1993)
Lebanon Livre System Banknotes Set - UNC Condition (1964-1993)
This complete Lebanon Livre banknotes set features seven historic denominations showcasing Lebanon's rich cultural heritage. Each uncirculated (UNC) note from the 1964-1993 series displays iconic archaeological sites and natural wonders, preserved in archival-quality sleeves.
Historical Significance
Issued during Lebanon's golden age of tourism (1960s-1980s), these banknotes reflect the country's identity as the "Switzerland of the Middle East." The designs highlight:
- Roman/Byzantine archaeological sites
- Crusader-era castles
- Natural landmarks
- Ottoman architecture
- National symbols (cedar trees)
Lebanon Livre Banknotes Collection Details
1 Livre Note (Pick #61)
Front Design:
Columns of Jupiter Temple in Baalbek - One of the largest Roman temple complexes ever built (1st century AD)
Back Design:
Jeita Grotto - Lebanon's spectacular limestone caves extending nearly 9km
5 Livre Note (Pick #62)
Front Design:
National Museum of Beirut - Houses over 100,000 artifacts spanning 5 millennia
Back Design:
Kalb River Bridge - Historic crossing point with ancient Egyptian inscriptions
10 Livre Note (Pick #63)
Front Design:
Ruins of Anjar - UNESCO-listed Umayyad city with unique Greco-Roman/Arab fusion architecture
Back Design:
Raouché Pigeon Rocks - Iconic Beirut coastal formations rising 60m from the sea
25 Livre Note (Pick #64)
Front Design:
Sea Castle of Sidon - Crusader fortress built in 1228 AD on a Phoenician island
Back Design:
Mshayleh Fortress - Ottoman-era military structure with panoramic coastal views
50 Livre Note (Pick #65)
Front Design:
Bacchus Temple, Baalbek - Best-preserved Roman temple dedicated to the wine god
Back Design:
Citadel of Raymond de Saint-Gilles - Crusader fortress in Tripoli with 12th-century origins
100 Livre Note (Pick #66)
Front Design:
Beit ed-Dine Palace - 19th-century Ottoman/Lebanese architectural masterpiece
Back Design:
Cedar Trees - National symbol of Lebanon dating back to Phoenician times
250 Livre Note (Pick #67)
Front Design:
Tyre Ruins - Ancient Phoenician city with Roman hippodrome (UNESCO World Heritage)
Back Design:
Baalbek Grand Temple Podium - Massive stone platform for Jupiter temple
Set Includes
- All 7 denominations (1-250 Livre)
- Original UNC condition (1964-1993)
- Archival-quality currency sleeves
- Protective hardcase portfolio
- Historical information sheet
- Certificate of authenticity
Collector's Insight
This pre-civil war series represents Lebanon's cultural zenith, featuring:
- 5 UNESCO World Heritage Sites
- 3 Crusader castles
- 2 Roman temple complexes
- National symbols (cedars)
Complete sets in UNC condition become increasingly scarce as most circulating notes were damaged during Lebanon's 15-year civil war.
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