Banksy’s Di-Faced Tenner is one of the artist’s most iconic and disruptive early works, transforming a familiar £10 note into a powerful piece of cultural commentary. Replacing Queen Elizabeth II with Princess Diana, Banksy subverts traditional symbols of authority and value, questioning the very systems that underpin them.

First released at the Notting Hill Carnival in 2004, these notes were thrown into the crowd, blurring the boundary between currency and art. Though closely resembling legal tender, the work’s true significance lies in its concept, not its face value. Diana, an enduring figure of public fascination, is recontextualised as both a symbol of adoration and quiet defiance.

Over time, this iconic note has become increasingly scarce, with examples held in prominent private and institutional collections. It stands as a defining piece from Banksy’s early career, capturing the wit, irreverence, and cultural insight that have come to define his practice.