1.000 Baht THB Banknote (Standard Issue) 2017

1.000 Baht Baht / Tical (Issued 2017)

The 1,000 Baht banknote issued in 2017 carries profound national significance for the Thai people, as it bears the portrait of King Bhumibol Adulyadej — Rama IX — who reigned for over seven decades and was deeply revered as the longest-serving monarch in Thai history. His passing in October 2016 meant that this series was issued in the immediate period of national mourning, making it a commemorative expression of loyalty and respect from the Bank of Thailand. The note’s design reflects the close bond between the Thai monarchy and its citizens, embedding royal imagery and national symbols into everyday commerce and daily life.

On the front, the central and most dominant element is the portrait of King Bhumibol Adulyadej, rendered in finely detailed intaglio engraving. He is depicted wearing glasses and dressed in a formal gold-toned military or ceremonial jacket, facing slightly to the left of centre, with a calm and composed expression. The portrait is positioned to the right of centre against a warm golden-amber background that transitions through shades of pale gold, ochre, and soft orange across the face of the note. To the left, a large stylised Thai numeral denomination — rendered in a circular guilloché arrangement — dominates the lower central area of the note. Above this, the issuing authority name appears in Thai script text centred near the top of the note. A Garuda emblem — the royal and national symbol of Thailand — appears at the top centre, printed in fine detail. To the upper left, a serial number in Thai numerals is visible, whilst a further serial number in standard numerals, reading 4 K 8281975, appears along the lower edge. The denomination “1000” appears prominently in the upper right corner, and Thai script text for “one thousand Baht” is printed beside it. In the lower right quadrant, a small colour-shifting holographic or optically variable device depicts a temple or architectural motif. Two authorising signatures appear across the lower central section of the note. Guilloché rosette patterns and delicate floral motifs in pale teal and gold extend across the left side and lower corners of the note, providing both decorative and security functions. A vertical security thread is embedded within the paper, partially visible as a windowed strip running through the body of the note. The overall palette is dominated by warm golden-amber, with teal and green accents providing contrast.

The reverse presents a second portrait of King Bhumibol Adulyadej occupying the central right area of the composition, again engraved with fine detail, this time showing him in a light-coloured jacket, his expression warm and composed. To the left of this portrait, a large scene is depicted showing the King standing at a podium or lectern, flanked by another figure, apparently addressing a public gathering, with architectural elements and trees visible in the background suggesting an official outdoor ceremony or royal engagement. This scene is engraved in warm amber and golden-brown tones against a pale golden ground. The large stylised Thai numeral “1000” guilloché motif appears again on the lower left, mirroring the front design. To the right side of the note, a series of small square optically variable security devices in red and amber tones are stacked vertically, providing a prominent anti-counterfeiting feature. Further to the right, a detailed architectural vignette is visible depicting a bridge structure and riverside scenery, likely representing a landmark in Bangkok. Thai script text appears beneath the central scene, running horizontally across the lower section of the note. The denomination “1000” is repeated in the upper right corner in bold numerals. The overall reverse palette continues the warm amber, gold, and ochre tones of the front, with the security devices providing flashes of red and copper.

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