10 Aruban Florin Banknote (White Turtle)

10 Florin Florin (Issued 2019)

The typography of the 2019 issue 10 Florin from the Centrale Bank van Aruba is rendered in a clean, modern sans-serif typeface that reflects the contemporary design philosophy of Caribbean monetary authorities in the early twenty-first century. The denomination appears prominently in both numeral and word form, with “TIEN FLORIN” displayed in bold, well-spaced lettering alongside the statutory designation “WETTIG BETAALMIDDEL” — the Dutch phrase confirming the note as legal tender. These textual elements are integrated into the composition with precision, their crisp letterforms contrasting effectively against the layered blue background. The formal bilingual presentation underscores Aruba’s status as a constituent country of the Kingdom of the Netherlands.

On the front, the design is dominated by a large, detailed depiction of a green sea turtle rendered in fine intaglio-style engraving, its shell and scaled body executed with exceptional anatomical precision across shades of blue and grey that shift subtly across the note’s surface. The turtle occupies much of the central and right-hand portion of the note, conveying the island’s deep ecological identity and its commitment to marine conservation. In the upper left, a spotted trunkfish — rendered in dark blue and cream tones with clearly defined polygonal markings — provides a secondary zoological motif, reinforcing the marine theme. A small circular security feature is visible to the left of the turtle, incorporating the numeral “10” and displaying colour-shifting or optically variable properties. The issuing authority is stated clearly in large, bold serif lettering reading “CENTRALE BANK VAN ARUBA,” arranged in stacked form to the lower left of the composition. Two facsimile signatures appear to the right of the bank name, accompanied by the designations “PRESIDENT” and “DIRECTEUR.” The lower portion of the note features the large numeral “10” in a deep teal tone, accompanied by what appears to be a stylised coral or mangrove branch motif in lighter relief. Along the vertical edges, repeating micro-geometric patterns and chain-like security borders are printed, providing both aesthetic framing and anti-counterfeiting integrity. The overall colour palette is a sophisticated range of aquamarine, cobalt blue, pale grey, and soft pink, evoking the clear Caribbean waters surrounding the island.

The reverse presents a striking central image of a historic stone ruin, identifiable as one of Aruba’s well-known gold mill or plantation house remnants, rendered in detailed blue-toned engraving that captures the rough-hewn masonry, window apertures, and surrounding rocky landscape with considerable graphic precision. Radiating lines emanate from behind the structure in a sunburst pattern, adding depth and dynamism to the composition. In the upper right corner, a small sea turtle silhouette repeats the front’s marine motif, printed in teal above the text “TIEN FLORIN” and “WETTIG BETAALMIDDEL.” The serial number “A0607824” is printed in clear black numerals on the upper left, with a mirrored version appearing lower on the note. A vertical panel to the left of centre features an ornate strip of interlocking geometric and stylised motifs in deep blue, incorporating heart-like and cross-like repeating patterns that draw on decorative traditions consistent with the note’s broader design language. The issuing bank name and denomination numeral “10” appear again at the base of the reverse in the same bold typography as the front, maintaining visual consistency across both faces. The background throughout is composed of layered guilloché-style wave and lattice patterns in varying densities of blue, contributing to both the note’s security and its refined aesthetic character.

This 10 Florin banknote can be exchanged through Webuyallcurrency.com, where current Aruban Florin banknotes are bought alongside other foreign currency — ideal for clearing a drawer of mixed coins and notes at once.

• Indicate the quantity of 10 Florin Florin banknotes you want to exchange
• Click the ‘Add to your account’ button
• Your online account now shows the exchange value

Whether you want to sell foreign coins and notes or exchange leftover currency from past trips, Webuyallcurrency.com accepts Aruban Florin banknotes alongside modern money and settles everything in a single, easy transaction.

Other Aruban Florin you can exchange: 25, 50, 100, 200.