This 2005-06 Sri Lanka Central Bank 500 Rupees PMG graded 66 EPQ Gem Uncirculated Banknote is a great addition to any serious paper money collector. The note was printed by Thomas De La Rue and Company, United Kingdom. The front of the note has a brown with pink, blue, yellow and orange multicolor underprint, English, Sinhala, and Tamil text. Features two Kandyan drummers on the right, Moonstone above decorate in lower center with smaller Kandyan dancer on left along with Bo-tree above with six petal flower shape on left. Side view of Makara facing right on bottom left. Within a decorative border and center, Numeric “500” at upper two and lower right corners. Its reverse side has a brown with green leaves multicolor underprint, the Ruwanveliseya Dagaba in background with two Cataliya Orchid flowers in foliage at Bottom. On upper panel divide a stork-billed Kingfisher with fish in beak on branch with leaves. Six petal flowers on the top left of center of lower panel. Within a decorative border, Numeric 500 at top left and Bottom right. The watermark shows the lion from national flag standing facing left with sword in its right paw. The PMG certification ensures that this banknote is authentic and in excellent condition. This is a great addition to any collection of paper money from Sri Lanka and around the world. Whether you are a seasoned collector or just starting out, this banknote is sure to impress.