{"product_id":"1982-reserve-bank-of-australia-2-two-australian-aud-australian-dollars-banknote-serial-no-lku-950932-p-43e","title":"1985 Reserve Bank of Australia - 2 (Two) Australian AUD Australian Dollars Banknote Serial No. LKU 950932 P-43e","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1985 Australia $2 Banknote – John Macarthur \u0026amp; William Farrer | Rare Collectible Currency\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis 1985 Australia $2 banknote (P‑43 \/ P‑43e) represents the final era of Australia’s paper two‑dollar notes before their withdrawal and replacement by the $2 coin. Issued by the Reserve Bank and designed by Gordon Andrews, this note highlights two influential figures in Australia’s agricultural history: John Macarthur and William Farrer. Its detailed engraving, vibrant green‑blue‑yellow palette, and classic paper composition make it a highly desirable collectible for numismatists and Australian heritage enthusiasts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eIssuer and Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIssuer: Australia\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIssuing Bank: Reserve Bank\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eType: Standard circulation banknotes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYears of Issue: 1974–1985\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eValue: 2 Dollars (2 AUD ≈ GBP 1.06)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCurrency: Australian Dollar (1966–present)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eComposition: Paper\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize: 145 × 72.5 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape: Rectangular\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNumber: N#202384\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReferences: P# 43, TBB# 211\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eObverse Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe obverse features a detailed portrait of \u003cstrong\u003eJohn Macarthur\u003c\/strong\u003e, a key figure in the development of Australia’s wool industry, alongside a \u003cstrong\u003eMerino ram\u003c\/strong\u003e at centre. The design is printed in green, blue, and yellow tones, with a \u003cstrong\u003eCaptain James Cook watermark\u003c\/strong\u003e at left. Script is Latin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLettering includes: AUSTRALIA TWO DOLLARS MACARTHUR GOVERNOR, RESERVE BANK OF AUSTRALIA. SECRETARY TO THE TREASURY THIS AUSTRALIAN NOTE IS LEGAL TENDER THROUGHOUT AUSTRALIA AND ITS TERRITORIES\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner: \u003cstrong\u003eGordon Andrews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eReverse Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe reverse depicts \u003cstrong\u003eWilliam Farrer\u003c\/strong\u003e, renowned for his pioneering work in wheat breeding, with a central wheat motif symbolising Australia’s agricultural strength. The colour scheme mirrors the obverse with green, blue, and yellow print. The Captain James Cook watermark appears at right. Script is Latin.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLettering: AUSTRALIA\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigner: \u003cstrong\u003eGordon Andrews\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy Collect This Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 1985 $2 banknote is valued for its historical significance, agricultural themes, and its place as one of the final paper notes of its denomination. It appeals to collectors of Australian currency, agricultural history enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a meaningful piece of pre‑decimal‑era design evolution.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"notescounter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56877011108217,"sku":null,"price":4.49,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0915\/7168\/3705\/files\/20260318_134654.jpg?v=1773925387","url":"https:\/\/notescounter.co.uk\/products\/1982-reserve-bank-of-australia-2-two-australian-aud-australian-dollars-banknote-serial-no-lku-950932-p-43e","provider":"notescounter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}