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Engraved vignette die proof of the Golden Mask motif used on the 1996 North Macedonia 500 Denari banknote

North Macedonia 1996 - 500 Denari Vignette Die Proof (Golden Death Mask)

Certified PCGS Currency 64 PPQ Very Choice New, this proof retains a strong engraved impression on clean proof paper. As a direct record of the engraving used in the final banknote design, it serves as primary documentation of the artistic and technical work performed in De La Rue’s engraving department during the development of Macedonia’s first modern currency series. Read more →

North MacedoniaVignette1996500 DenariPCGS 64 PPQ Very Choice New VignetteDie ProofVignette Die ProofGolden Death MaskGolden Mask of TrebenishtaBanknote EngravingEngraving Approval StagePre-Press ProofSecurity PrintingBanknote Production WorkflowDe La RueDe La Rue Engraving DepartmentNorth Macedonia1996500 DenariPick 17aPCGS 64 PPQVery Choice NewMuseum Grade
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North Macedonia 1996 500 Denari specimen with red SPECIMEN overprint, De La Rue NO VALUE stamp, GA0000000 control serial and specimen number 006

North Macedonia 1996 - 500 Denari Specimen Golden Death Mask GA0000000 No. 006 (Pick 17s)

This official De La Rue printer specimen records the finalized design of the 500 Denari denomination from the Republic of Macedonia’s inaugural post-independence banknote series issued in 1996. Prepared for internal verification and institutional reference, the specimen preserves the complete production artwork while being permanently invalidated for monetary use.

Oval De La Rue NO VALUE Stamp Golden Death Mask Golden Mask of Trebenishta De La Rue 500 Denari Choice Uncirculated Museum Grade
1996 North Macedonia 500 Denari issued banknote GB2531560 featuring the Golden Death Mask motif, graded PMG 66 EPQ

North Macedonia 1996 - 500 Denari Issued Note GB2531560 Golden Death Mask (Pick 17a)

Within the production chain documented by related pieces in this series, the issued banknote represents the final stage of development. Earlier steps included vignette die proofs of the Golden Mask engraving and De La Rue printer specimens carrying specimen control markings. The present note demonstrates the completed integration of engraving, offset color structure, and security features in the form released for circulation.

Golden Death Mask Golden Mask of Trebenishta Banknote Engraving De La Rue Intaglio Engraving 500 Denari Gem Uncirculated Museum Grade
2003 North Macedonia 500 Denari issued banknote DA8148021 featuring the Golden Death Mask motif, graded PMG 67 EPQ

North Macedonia 2003 - 500 Denari Issued Note DA8148021 Golden Death Mask (Pick 21a)

The printing architecture follows the standard De La Rue security model of the period. A multicolor offset underprint establishes the geometric field and tonal background of the note, while the primary design elements are rendered through intaglio engraving, producing the raised tactile surface associated with high-security banknote production. This layered approach combines aesthetic depth with functional anti-counterfeiting performance.

Golden Death Mask Golden Mask of Trebenishta Banknote Engraving De La Rue Intaglio Engraving 500 Denari Superb Gem Uncirculated Museum Grade
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