At the centre is a drawing of the view of the Port of Colombo as seen now and in history. A Baronet butterfly appears on the lower left corner. Sri Lanka Serendib Scops Owl on the right side is a recently discovered species recognised in 2004. Predominant Colour: Maroon
Reverse description
In the centre - Ves Netuma dancer with traditional costume of 64 ornaments. Drummer with Geta Bera (drum with a knot) a Kandyan drum used in traditional dances. Top right - Guard Stone with “Punkalasa” (pot of plenty), “Liya Vela” (single floral design)
Signature(s)
Protection type
Watermark
Protection description
Owl and number 20
Obverse lettering
Reverse lettering
ශ්රී ලංකා මහ බැංකුව
இலங்கை மத்திய வங்கி
CENTRAL BANK OF SRI LANKA
රුපියල් විස්සයි
இருபது ரூபாய்
TWENTY RUPEES
