King George VI Ten Rupees, Type 5.20, Pakistan Overprint, Signed by C. D. Deshmukh

The Ten Rupees bank note of King George VI, classified as Type 5.20 and signed by Sir C. D. Deshmukh, is a historically significant transitional issue from the period immediately following the Partition of India in 1947. The note bears the distinctive overprint “Hukumat-e-Pakistan” in Persian, indicating its authorization for circulation in the newly formed Dominion of Pakistan before dedicated Pakistani currency was introduced. Featuring the portrait of King George VI, the note carries a green serial number with Prefix H/89 and retains the classic design elements of British Indian currency, including intricate security patterns and multilingual denomination panels. These overprinted notes represent a fascinating chapter in the monetary history of the Indian subcontinent, reflecting the administrative and economic adjustments following Partition. Owing to their historical importance, limited period of circulation, and strong collector demand, Pakistan overprint issues signed by C. D. Deshmukh are highly sought after by collectors of Indian, Pakistani, and transitional paper money.