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Description:
Obverse
Logo of the Tea 150th Anniversary with "· 1867 - 2017 ·" on top. Wreath composed on either side of five "Two leaves and Bud" which signifies the high leaf standard that ensures the production of fine Ceylon Tea. Within plain circle Spotted Ceylon Lion standing facing left with sword in right paw. "CEYLON TEA SYMBOL OF QUALITY" in two lines. Below large "150" all within plain circle.
Reverse
The large numeral "10" at the centre with "TEN RUPEES" in Sinhala, Tamil and English below. Mint Year "2017" below text, flanked by ears of paddy on either side. "SRI LANKA" in Sinhala appear at the apex and Tamil and English to left and right side. A geometric design around the periphery.
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