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Lot #27918 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
106a 500 Francs 9.4.1952
Ram and Bacchus. Quality example with excellent color; we have not previously offered this date.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #27919 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
111a 5 NF on 500 Francs 5.11.1956
Extremely difficult initial denomination for this transitional series. Excellent comparison piece with prior lot. Pressed; few pinholes. We have not offered this type in nearly 15 years.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #27920 - World Paper Money > Aruba - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
CS1 5; 10; 25; 50; 100 Florin 1.1.1990
FIVE NOTES MATCHED SERIAL NUMBER #118 IN SPECIAL PRESENTATION FOLDER. Front inside cover states made "on the occasion of the issue of Aruba's first banknotes of national design.... numbers 16 through 200 have been offered for sale". Limited production. Only the second we have ever offered with the first being well over a dozen years ago.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Central Bank of Aruba
Lot #27921 - World Paper Money > Azores - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,500.00)
8a 2 1/2 Mil Reis Prata 30.7.1909
Overprint ACORES on Portugal #107. Much scarcer without diagonal overprint. PMG terms this "VF 20".
Grade: VF 20    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal Moeda Insulana
Lot #27922 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 3,750.00 - $ 5,500.00)
16d 5 Pounds ND (1953)
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series; prefix A/2. PMG terms this "AU 55". Always tough.
Grade: AU 55    Bank Name: Bahamas Government
Lot #27923 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
30a 10 Dollars L. 1968
Queen Elizabeth II; flamingos. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Much more difficult than the same denomination of the Bahamas Government or Central Bank, particularly so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Bahamas Monetary Authority
Lot #27924 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
38b 10 Dollars L. 1974
Queen Elizabeth II; flamingos. Prefix L. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Seldom found so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #27925 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
39b 20 Dollars L. 1974
Next in the Queen Elizabeth II series; surrey. Scarcer Allen signature. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Tough so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #27926 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 450.00 - $ 650.00)
39b?/RF 5 20 Dollars L. 1974
REPLACEMENT; prefix Z. Queen Elizabeth II/surrey. Seldom offered as a Replacement, particularly anywhere near this condition.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #27927 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
55a 50 Dollars L. 1974 (1992)
Queen Elizabeth II; vertical and horizontal serial number. Prefix C. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Beautiful in every way.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #27928 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
62a 100 Dollars 1996
Highest denomination of Queen Elizabeth II series. Blue marlin on back. Prefix G. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Over the years, this value from all Bahamas series has seen significant increases in worth.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #27929 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
Vignette
Queen Elizabeth II vignette; used on three different series of Bahamas notes starting in 1965 (she was nearly 40 years old in 1965). Well embossed.
Grade: Well preserved   
Lot #27930 - World Paper Money > Bahrain - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
10a 20 Dinars L. 1973
The first 20 Dinars; earlier symbol at right of map. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Bahrain Monetary Agency
Lot #27931 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
8c 5 Francs 26.12.1924
MATADI branch. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58". Outstanding.
Grade: Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #27932 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
17d 100 Francs 7.9.1951
Two elephants and palm trees/three oxen. PMG conservatively terms this "Ch. VF 35"; only one better of eight listed on the population report and significantly better than most show.
Grade: Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #27933 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
19b 1000 Francs 11.2.1946
Short-lived high denomination. Fishermen/musicians. Corner repair top left; few edge nicks; other signs of circulation. We have not previously offered this date. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #27934 - World Paper Money > Belgium - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
105 10,000 Francs = 2000 Belgas 24.3.1938
Highest denomination of series. Quadrigas driven by Ceres and Neptune, lion at center/allegorical figures. Pressed. Significant contemporary face value. Spectacular design.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banque Nationale de Belgique
Lot #27935 - World Paper Money > Belgium - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
151? 2000 Francs ND (1994-2001)
SPECIMEN (#176) stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Baron Victor Horta/flora and Art Nouveau design. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque Nationale de Belgique
Lot #27936 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
34a 2 Dollars 1.1.1974
Queen Elizabeth II; prefix B/1. Cute serial number #057037. ICG terms this "Gem UNC 68".
Grade: Gem UNC 68    Bank Name: Government of Belize
Lot #27937 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
36ct 10 Dollars ND (ca. 1974)
SPECIMEN (#055) stamped in red on face and back, color trial in dark green and multicolored (somewhat close to the issued color); punch cancelled over signature area, with neither signatures nor serial number. Arms and Queen Elizabeth II. Official notations at top margin on face and back. Outstanding original.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Government of Belize
Lot #27938 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,100.00)
37b 20 Dollars 1.6.1975
Highest denomination of series; Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of Belize
Lot #27939 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,350.00)
37ct 20 Dollars ND (ca. 1974)
SPECIMEN (#068) stamped in red on face and back, color trial in blue and multicolored; punch cancelled over signature area, with neither signatures nor serial number. Arms and Queen Elizabeth II. Highest denomination of series. Official notations at top margin on face and back. Wonderful original.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Government of Belize
Lot #27940 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 400.00 - $ 700.00)
41 20 Dollars 1.6.1980
Underwater scene and Queen Elizabeth II/House of Representatives. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Monetary Authority of Belize
Lot #27941 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,800.00)
42 100 Dollars 1.6.1980
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. Low serial #000526. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Monetary Authority of Belize
Lot #27942 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
45 20 Dollars 1.7.1983
This higher denomination Queen Elizabeth II type has become quite elusive. Choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Central Bank of Belize
Lot #27943 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
48b 10 Dollars 1.1.1989
Very tough date, the last for this denomination with this Queen Elizabeth II portrait style. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Belize
Lot #27944 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
49a 20 Dollars 1.1.1986
Queen Elizabeth II; vastly underrated date. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with five others as the best of 18 on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Belize
Lot #27945 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
56a 50; 50; 50 Dollars 1.5.1990
THREE NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. Queen Elizabeth II.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Central Bank of Belize
Lot #27946 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
50b 2 Dollars 7.5.2007
Queen Elizabeth II. The date for this type seems to be either unreleased or had extremely limited issuance. Whatever the case may be, it is extremely difficult to find on the market. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Bermuda Monetary Authority
Lot #27947 - World Paper Money > Brazil - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
53a 50 Mil Reis Estampa 11A (1908)
Steamboat with sails/city view, river, and mountains. With low serial number #3938, likely issued and possibly signed although no indications of signature at present. Scattered stains; repaired margin areas. Overall quite presentable, moreso than its technical grade. Extremely difficult, particularly as a non Specimen. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Republica dos Estados Unidos do Brazil
Lot #27948 - World Paper Money > Brazil - ($ 6,500.00 - $ 8,500.00)
86s 500 Mil Reis Estampa 9A (1908)
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled, serial number of zeroes. Woman with trumpet and sword, woman with wreath and palm branch/woman. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; by far the best of three examples on the population report. Beautiful.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Republica dos Estados Unidos do Brazil
Lot #27949 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
24b 1 Dollar 1.2.1952
Last date for this King George VI type. Couple staple holes at left. Overall strong original.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #27950 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
26b 5 Dollars 1.2.1952
King George VI. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64 PPQ". Wonderful.
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 PPQ    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #27951 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
29a 2 Dollars 1.3.1956
Queen Elizabeth II. For accuracy, slight foxing at right. This original is in overall outstanding condition for an early date.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #27952 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
30a 5 Dollars 1.10.1958
Early date for Queen Elizabeth II type. Moderate soiling. Reportedly only 50,000 printed.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #27953 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
30c 5 Dollars 1.1.1973
Arms and Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Becoming scarce.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #27954 - World Paper Money > British West Africa - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
2a 2 Shillings 30.6.1916
The excessively difficult first date for this type. Palm tree/Arabic script (not as Standard Catalog description). Terrific original; only the second we have offered.
Grade: Ch. VF/XF    Bank Name: West African Currency Board
Lot #27955 - World Paper Money > Bulgaria - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
43 1000 Leva ND (1924)
Extremely difficult type with overprint in Cyrillic "this note is valid only within the kingdom"; printed by BWC. PMG terms this "XF 40"; far better than the only other two examples on the population report.
Grade: XF 40    Bank Name: Bulgarian National Bank
Lot #27956 - World Paper Money > Burundi - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
1; 2; 3; 4; 5 5; 10; 20; 50; 100 Francs ND (1964-old dates 15.4.1963; 5.10.1960; 5.10.1960; 1.10.1960; 31.7.1962)
FIVE NOTES; initial denominations of animal series. The 5 Francs with various signs of circulation; the 10, 50, and 100 Francs with light stains; the 50 Francs with multiple pinholes at upper left. Good collector opportunity. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Good/VG; Fine/VF; XF; Fine/VF; Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banque d'Emission du Rwanda et du Burundi
Lot #27957 - World Paper Money > Burundi - ($ 400.00 - $ 700.00)
25b 1000 Francs 1.6.1975
Dazzling design with paradise whydah and flowers; prefix B. Pressed. Becoming quite scarce; this date also comes with prefix A.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Banque de la Republique du Burundi
Lot #27958 - World Paper Money > Burundi - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
26a 5000 Francs 1.4.1968
Highest denomination of series; lower four digit serial number. President Micombero/loading dockside. PMG terms this "VF 25 NET closed pinholes"; one of only four examples on the population report.
Grade: VF 25 NET    Bank Name: Banque de la Republique du Burundi
Lot #27959 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1b 5 Mark 12.8.1914
Key type to country. Red "X" on face; second number at bottom left. Several pinholes; moderate soiling, particularly on back. We have not previously offered this type as such.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Kaiserliches Government
Lot #27960 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
5 1 Franc ND (1922)
Higher denomination of the two note series; fairly low serial number #0029100. Few tears; light soiling. Not generally available on the market. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Territoire du Cameroun
Lot #27961 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,750.00)
7; 12a 1000; 1000 Francs ND (1961); (1962)
TWO NOTES. The earlier piece with text in French only; without English. The more available "Republique Federale" type provides wonderful comparison. We have offered the earlier extremely difficult type only once prior. The earlier note pressed with tear at left and multiple pinholes; the later piece with couple pinholes and slight foxing. THIS is the true dynamic duo! Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Abt. Fine; VF+    Bank Name: Mixed
Lot #27962 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 2,750.00 - $ 4,000.00)
8? 5000 Francs ND (1961)
SPECIMEN (#0212) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. President Ahidjo/colorful floral design, forest, and fruit; without English words at lower left. Very difficult type in any form; not illustrated in the Standard Catalog.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Republique du Cameroun Banque Centrale
Lot #27963 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 1,050.00 - $ 1,500.00)
13 5000 Francs ND (1962)
President Ahidjo/colorful floral design, forest, and fruit; English words at lower left. Areas of light soiling for this original. Pleasing color and great comparison piece with prior lot.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Republique Federale du Cameroun Banque Centrale
Lot #27964 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
12b 1000 Francs ND (1962)
Man with basket harvesting cocoa/agricultural workers. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Republique Federale du Cameroun, Banque Centrale
Lot #27965 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 250.00 - $ 500.00)
76b 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2 Dollars 1954 (1961-72)
TEN NOTES; solid serial numbers #1111111-9999999 in frame. Queen Elizabeth II. Signatures Beattie-Rasminsky.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Bank of Canada
Lot #27966 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
85s; 86s; 87s; 88s; 89s; 90s; 91s; 92s; 93s 1; 2; 5; 10; 20; 50; 100; 5; 20 Dollars 1973; 1974; 1972; 1971; 1969; 1975; 1979
NINE NOTES; complete type set in frame. SPECIMENS (#321) stamped twice in red on face and once on back; serial number of zeroes.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Bank of Canada
Lot #27967 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
85s; 86s; 87s; 88s; 89s; 90s; 91s; 92s; 93s 1; 2; 5; 10; 20; 50; 100; 5; 20 Dollars 1973; 1974; 1972; 1971; 1969; 1975; 1979
NINE NOTES; complete type set in frame. SPECIMENS stamped twice in red on face and once on back; serial number of zeroes.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Bank of Canada
Lot #27968 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 350.00 - $ 700.00)
86a 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2; 2 Dollars 1974
TEN NOTES in frame; LOW SERIAL NUMBERS #0000001-0000010. Queen Elizabeth II. Signatures Lawson-Bouey. Outstanding collector opportunity.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Bank of Canada
Lot #27969 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
94s; 95s; 96s; 97s; 98s; 99s 2; 5; 10; 20; 50; 100 Dollars 1986; 1989; 1991; 1988
SIX NOTES in frame. SPECIMEN (#0334) stamped twice in red on face and once on back.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Bank of Canada
Lot #27970 - World Paper Money > Cape Verde - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
20 10 Centavos ND (1921-old date 5.11.1914)
Overprint on Mozambique Lourenco Marques in green at upper center.
Grade: Ch. XF/AU    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #27971 - World Paper Money > Cape Verde - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,000.00)
22 50 Centavos ND (1921-old date 5.11.1914)
Later in the overprint series. Only the second we have ever offered; significantly better condition than the previous example.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #27972 - World Paper Money > Cape Verde - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
23 1000 Reis ND (1922--old date 1.3.1909)
Initial denomination from the first provisional issue; EMISSAO CHAMICO stamped in box at center. Pressed. We have never previously offered this extremely difficult type.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #27973 - World Paper Money > Cape Verde - ($ 350.00 - $ 500.00)
50a 500 Escudos 16.6.1958
Highest denomination from earlier Serpa Pinto series. Choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #27974 - World Paper Money > Cape Verde - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
53Aa 500 Escudos 29.6.1971
Infante D. Henrique/allegorical woman with ships. Highest denomination of series. Based on what I can tell as far as what we have offered previously, this seems to be a scarce signature combination.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #27975 - World Paper Money > Cape Verde - ($ 500.00 - $ 700.00)
53Aa 500 Escudos 29.6.1971
Infante D. Henrique/allegorical woman with ships. Highest denomination of series.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #27976 - World Paper Money > Cayman Islands - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
18b 10 Dollars 1996
EXPERIMENTAL PAPER. Unquestionably the rarest bank note from the Cayman Islands. While 100,000 pieces were printed, many were circulated and then sent back to De La Rue for analysis. PMG terms this "XF 40 EPQ".
Grade: XF 40 EPQ    Bank Name: Cayman Islands Currency Board
Lot #27977 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
1 500 Francs ND (1974)
Bokassa and landscape center/chemical testing. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #27978 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
3a 5000 Francs ND (1974)
Higher denomination from first paper money series for country. PMG terms this "XF 40". Tough earlier signature.
Grade: XF 40    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #27979 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,850.00 - $ 2,250.00)
8 10,000 Francs ND
Highest denomination of this Bokassa series. WBG terms this "AU 50 staple holes with rust".
Grade: AU 50    Bank Name: Empire Centrafricain
Lot #27980 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
7 5000 Francs ND (1979)
Field workers and Bokassa/mask, building, and statue. PMG terms this "AU 55 pinholes".
Grade: AU 55    Bank Name: Empire Centrafricaine, Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #27981 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 10,000.00)
AA10 1 Kuan ca.1368-1399
Famed large size Ming Dynasty note on mulberry bark paper; the earliest collectible paper money. Two vermilion seals on face and one on back. Ten strings of coins, each representing 100 Cash, at center. PCGS terms this "XF 40 stains, minor paper pulls, and thins". Strong color seals and wonderful quality for this old type.
Grade: XF 40    Bank Name: Ming Dynasty Note
Lot #27982 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
838 200 Yuan 1949
Great Wall. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". Far better than most show.
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Peoples Bank of China
Lot #27983 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
863s; 864s; 865s 1; 2; 5 Jiao 1953
THREE NOTES: SPECIMENS (#25845; 25845; 24655) stamped in red with serial numbers of zeroes. PMG terms these "Gem UNC 66 EPQ", "Gem UNC 66 EPQ", and "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". First we have ever offered in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ; Gem UNC 66 EPQ; Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Peoples Bank of China
Lot #27984 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
S365A 10 Dollars 1.1.1924
Arms/bank building. Small center slit; margin nicks; chop marks on face and back. Very tough type.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Hongkong & Shanghai Banking Corporation
Lot #27985 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,750.00)
S823 1000 Cash ND (ca.1909)
Vertical format; dragons and waves. Highly exclusive, ornate type. Seldom offered.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Anhwei Yu Huan Bank
Lot #27986 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
S3763 50,000 Yuan 1948
Steam passenger train and ship/building. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Bank of Dung Bai
Lot #27987 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
NL 3 Cents ND
Uniface. Denomination overprint in purple on 5 Francs; also stamped "GRATUIT", or free. Perforated left margin. Listed as rare in the Kolsky catalog; this is that catalog's plate note. The first we have offered.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Cie. Francaise de Tramways et d'Eclairage Electriques de Shanghai
Lot #27988 - World Paper Money > Congo Republic - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1 10,000 Francs ND (1971)
Young woman, people marching, and statue/tractor plowing. Only type with this bank name on back. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35"; one of only four examples on the population report. Extremely difficult type.
Grade: Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Republique Populaire du Congo Banque Centrale
Lot #27989 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,500.00)
195b 2 Colones 22.6.1938
Colombus/plantation workers. Vastly underrated variety with "VICE-PRESIDENTE" signature title at left. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Seldom offered.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Costa Rica
Lot #27990 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
41b 20 Pesos 12.8.1891
Unsigned; partial counterfoil at left. Woman seated with shield/two heads on back. PCGS terms this "XF 40 small punch hole at bottom right". Strong overall appearance.
Grade: XF 40    Bank Name: Tesoro de la Isla de Cuba
Lot #27991 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,200.00)
43b 100 Pesos 12.8.1891
Unsigned; partial counterfoil at left. Young boy seated with lamb/three heads on back. PMG terms this "VF 30 NET splits, repaired"; third of only five on the population report.
Grade: VF 30 NET    Bank Name: Tesoro de la Isla de Cuba
Lot #27992 - World Paper Money > Curacao - ($ 7,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
7A 1 Gulden ND
Uniface. We have offered this rare type only once prior, over five years ago in VG/Fine with light soiling; that example hammered for $3750. This piece is far superior and is quite likely among the best known. For accuracy, insignificant soiling at top left corner. A masterpiece for any collection.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Curacaosche Bank
Lot #27993 - World Paper Money > Curacao - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
20s 250 Gulden 1930
SPECIMEN perforated twice; regular serial number. Woman seated with scroll and flag/arms. PCGS terms this "VF 30"; seldom seen.
Grade: VF 30    Bank Name: Curacaosche Bank
Lot #27994 - World Paper Money > Curacao - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
36 2 1/2 Gulden 1942
Ship at dockside. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; by far the best example of only four on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Muntbiljet
Lot #27995 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
14 1 Shilling 1.3.1920
King George V; back is gray, not blue. Pressed; few small margin tears. Missing from most advanced collections. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Government of Cyprus
Lot #27996 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
23 10 Shillings 6.10.1947
King George VI. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Stellar original for the type.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Cyprus
Lot #27997 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 2,750.00 - $ 3,500.00)
24 1 Pound 6.10.1947
King George VI. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Cyprus
Lot #27998 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
33a 250 Mils 1.3.1957
Queen Elizabeth II. PCGS terms this "Ch. New 63 PPQ".
Grade: Ch. New 63 PPQ    Bank Name: Government of Cyprus
Lot #27999 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
42a 500 Mils 1.3.1968
Tough earlier date. Prefix D/16. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64".
Grade: Very Ch. New 64    Bank Name: Central Bank of Cyprus
Lot #28000 - World Paper Money > Czechoslovakia - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
72A 20 Korun 25.2.1953
Not issued. Vastly underrated type we have never previously offered. Also includes certificate of authenticity. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Republika Ceskoslovenska
Lot #28001 - World Paper Money > Czechoslovakia - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
76 100 Korun 24.10.1951
Not issued. Woman/arms. Also includes certificate of authenticity. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; significantly better than the only other example on the population report. Seldom offered.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Czechoslovak State Bank
Lot #28002 - World Paper Money > Czechoslovakia - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
77 1000 Korun 9.5.1951
DO NOT BE DECEIVED; this is NOT the very available 1000 Korun 1945 (#74), but rather a lookalike unissued 1000 Korun from 1951 with a different color of brown. Girl/arms. Also includes certificate of authenticity. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; betters the only other example on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Czechoslovak State Bank
Lot #28003 - World Paper Money > Danish West Indies - ($ 11,500.00 - $ 15,000.00)
18a 10 Francs 1905
Palm tree, King Christian IX and village scene/plants. This series ties together countries including United States, Denmark, France, Great Britain, and Spain. PCGS terms this "VF 35 small edge split at top center". Seldom offered denomination.
Grade: VF 35    Bank Name: National Bank of the Danish West Indies
Lot #28004 - World Paper Money > Danish West Indies - ($ 8,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
18? 10 Francs 1905
Archive SPECIMEN perforated; serial number #000001 at left and #100000 at right. Palm tree, King Christian IX and village scene/plants. Signature at left; without signature at right. This series ties together countries including United States, Denmark, France, Great Britain, and Spain. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 55 perforated cancelled".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 55    Bank Name: National Bank of the Danish West Indies
Lot #28005 - World Paper Money > Danzig - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
14 500 Mark 31.10.1922
Arms and church. Cute serial number #100090. Quality original.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Senate of the Municipality Danzig
Lot #28006 - World Paper Money > Danzig - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
21 1 Million on 50,000 Mark 8.8.1923 (old date 20.3.1923)
Red overprint on previous type. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". Seldom offered.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: Senate of the Municipality Danzig
Lot #28007 - World Paper Money > Danzig - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
60 20 Gulden 2.1.1932
Stockturm (local tower)/Neptune; block serial prefix C. Lightly flattened; slight foxing. Quite scarce.
Grade: VF+    Bank Name: Bank von Danzig
Lot #28008 - World Paper Money > Danzig - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
63? 20 Gulden 1.11.1937
SPECIMEN MUSTER stamped twice in red on face and back perforated CANCELLED; serial number of zeroes, block prefix K. Artushof. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; by itself, the best of five examples in this form on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Bank von Danzig
Lot #28009 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
A30 10 Rigsdaler 1798
Extremely difficult and third highest denomination; five handwritten signatures. Few areas of foxing; couple small tears/nicks. Overall strong paper quality. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Copenhagen Exchange and Mortgage Bank
Lot #28010 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 150.00 - $ 300.00)
A42 24 Skilling 21.12.1810
Early type, highest denomination. Small margin piece missing at top; couple tiny holes; light foxing. The first we have offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Revenue of the Treasury - Compensation Fund
Lot #28011 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
A62a 5 Rigsdaler 1863
Early type with Neptune and Ceres. Impressed stamp. Handwritten serial number. Lightly flattened; small tear at bottom. Overall quite appealing; the first we have ever offered.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Nationalbanken I Kjøbenhavn
Lot #28012 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 7,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
A81 10 Kroner 1886
Rare issue with key date; particularly appealing with early type I. Danish Royal Weapon Shield and Engelhart signature, uniface. Watermark of Copenhagen. Closed tears top and bottom center; slight foxing for this original. No known value of this year in Danish Sieg Catalog. Overall good color and pleasing appearance; first time we have offered this elusive year.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Nationalbanken I Kjøbenhavn
Lot #28013 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,250.00)
2 10 Kroner 1903
Shield/ten 10 Krone coins. Type I; signature J.C.L. Jensen. Bottom margin tear 18mm; light soiling. Overall appealing original; the first we have offered for this early type.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Nationalbanken I Kjøbenhavn
Lot #28014 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
6c 5 Kroner 1906
Early date for this ornamental design. Prefix A. Sensational original; the best I recall seeing, particularly given the turbulent time and origin of this piece. First time we have offered this date.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Nationalbanken I Kjøbenhavn
Lot #28015 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
16a 10 Kroner 1.10.1914
Extremely difficult interest bearing note. PCGS terms this "Abt. New 53". Seldom seen; the highest quality we have ever offered.
Grade: Abt. New 53    Bank Name: Statsbevis
Lot #28016 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
29 500 Kroner 1931
Highest denomination of series. Farmer with horses/arms. Original margins at left and right. Minor tear bottom left margin. Important addition for any collection.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Nationalbanken I Kjøbenhavn
Lot #28017 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
34b 500 Kroner 1941
Highest denomination of series. Farmer with horses/arms. Prefix A. Original margins at left and right. Last year 1941 for this type; first time we have offered this year.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank
Lot #28018 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
38a 50 Kroner 1944
First date for type. Glorious original with full margins; this piece has not been trimmed, as many are. PMG terms this "AU 53 EPQ".
Grade: AU 53 EPQ    Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank
Lot #28019 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
41a? 500 Kroner 1944
SPECIMEN stamped in green on face and back; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes, prefix d. Highest denomination of series; left signature Svendsen. PMG terms this "AU 55 NET previously mounted" (not harshly).
Grade: AU 55 NET    Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank
Lot #28020 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 250.00 - $ 500.00)
44r19/RB 44 10 Kroner (19)72
REPLACEMENT with tough OK suffix; prefix C2. Quality original. Quite appealing so choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank
Lot #28021 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
46r7?/RD 7A? 100 Kroner (19)61
Tough OK REPLACEMENT and SPECIMEN perforated twice; serial number of zeroes. Prefix A2; variety with watermark of 100 not listed in the Standard Catalog. Quality original. Terrific collector piece; the first we have offered.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank
Lot #28022 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
52a 500 Kroner (19)72
Jens Juel portrait of woman/lizard. First issue from 1972, prefix A0. Strong original with excellent color.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank
Lot #28023 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,200.00)
53a 1000 Kroner (19)72
Thomasine Heiberg/squirrel. First issue from 1972, prefix A0; highest denomination of series. Strong original with bold color. The first we have offered.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank
Lot #28024 - World Paper Money > Djibouti - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
14 5 Francs ND (19.2.1945)
Made in Palestine. PCGS Europe terms this "AU 50". Significantly better than most show.
Grade: AU 50    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine
Lot #28025 - World Paper Money > Dominica - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
S101A? 5 Dollars 1.2.1941
Diagonal overprint on Barbados type. Supported royal arms on face and back. PMG terms this "Ch. Fine 15 edge damage"; only four examples from THE ENTIRE COUNTRY on the population report. Ideal for one per country collectors or anyone who simply appreciates an extremely tough note.
Grade: Ch. Fine 15    Bank Name: Barclays Bank (Dominion, Colonial and Overseas)
Lot #28026 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
22 20 Shillings 1.1.1933
Part of the final King George V series. Despite clip mark on back, overall solid original.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #28027 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
31b 100 Shillings = 5 Pounds 1.10.1949
King George VI. PMG terms this "AU 50". Quite appealing.
Grade: AU 50    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #28028 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
35? 20 Shillings = 1 Pound 1.1.1955
SPECIMEN perforated; punch cancelled, serial number of zeroes. Queen Elizabeth II/arms. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #28029 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
S241? 1 Peso 2.1.1880
Horsemen with pack horse; back blue with two black stampings. Five digit serial number in blue. Listed in the Standard Catalog only as a proof. PCGS Europe terms this "VF 25". Outstanding comparison piece with next lot.
Grade: VF 25    Bank Name: Banco de Quito
Lot #28030 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
S241a 1 Peso 2.1.1880
Similar to previous; back brown with two black stampings. Six digit serial number in red. Incredible comparison piece with prior lot. PCGS terms this "VF 30".
Grade: VF 30    Bank Name: Banco de Quito
Lot #28031 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
12a 1 Pound 8.8.1919
Ruins; earlier Rowlett signature. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 NET stains, repaired". Still, significantly better than most show.
Grade: Ch. XF 45 NET    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #28032 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
13 5 Pounds 1.3.1918
Small sailing ship. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35". Superb color; a grade rarity for this elusive type.
Grade: Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #28033 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
15c 50 Pounds 4.8.1942
Mameluke tombs with caravan/ornate back design. Later Nixon signature. PMG terms this "VF 25 internal tears, annotations, minor rust".
Grade: VF 25    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #28034 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
17c 100 Pounds 4.6.1936
Highest denomination of series. Citadel of Cairo and mosque/small sailing boat and island of Philae. PMG terms this "Ch. Fine 15 NET repaired, ink". For this type the only listed date for this signature.
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 NET    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #28035 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
17d 100 Pounds 1.2.1943
Citadel of Cairo and mosque/small sailing boat and island of Philae. PMG terms this "VF 25 NET tape repair, annotations".
Grade: VF 25 NET    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #28036 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
21e 50 Piastres 17.5.1951
Tutankhamen. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with eight others as the best of 39 on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #28037 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
25a 5 Pounds 1946
Early date for Farouk type. Quality original with bold color.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #28038 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
34 100 Pounds 1952
Highest denomination of the Tutankhamen series. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 minor stains"; tied with seven others as the best of 47 for all dates of type on the population report. Quite handsome.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #28039 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 500.00 - $ 700.00)
160b 10 Piastres 27.5.1917
Back with Colossi of Memnon. Pleasing.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Egyptian Government Currency Note
Lot #28040 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
165a 5 Piastres ND
King Farouk type. Series R/7. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Egyptian Government Currency Note
Lot #28041 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
168a 10 Piastres ND (1940)
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #000004; series G/7. King Farouk. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Egyptian Government Currency Note
Lot #28042 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
S143a 10 Pesos 15.1.1897
Coffee workers, building and arms. Date in black. Extremely rare in this condition. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Banco Industrial del Salvador
Lot #28043 - World Paper Money > Estonia - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
NL 30 Kopeks 1860
Issued at Pernau. Hand signature below. Oval stamping on varnished back. Few small areas of missing print at left; overall incredible condition. This denomination was not included in the Money of the People Collection; the first we have offered.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: M. Strahlberg & Co.
Lot #28044 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
7 5 Thalers 1.5.1932
Kudu. This original has a few pinholes at left.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #28045 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
7 5 Thalers 29.4.1933
Kudu. Purple marks on face and back.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #28046 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
8 10 Thalers 29.4.1933
Leopard. Overall better than most show.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #28047 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
11 500 Thalers 1.5.1932
Highest denomination of series; large size type. Standing warrior in indigenous attire. Lightly flattened with couple pinholes.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #28048 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
17c 500 Dollars ND (1945)
Highest denomination of Selassie series; Trinity Church in Addis Ababa. Slight foxing; pink spot bottom left margin. Scarce type.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: State Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #28049 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
20a 10 Dollars ND (1961)
Harbor at Massawa and Selassie/arms. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; by itself, the best of only four on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: State Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #28050 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
7 10 Kroner 1.10.1940
Rectangular frame; embossed seal at upper left. WW II Remembered states "serial number reports for (this type) wanted". Prefix E. Couple margin nicks. Extremely difficult in any grade.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Færøerne
Lot #28051 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,200.00)
10 5 Kroner Nov. 1940
Emergency wartime issue; serial suffix B. Minor fold in right corner. Overall choice original.
Grade: Abt. AU    Bank Name: Færøerne
Lot #28052 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
9a 5 Pounds 10.4.1960
Scarce first date for Queen Elizabeth II type; from the last larger size series.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands
Lot #28053 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
52d 10 Shillings 1.9.1964
Later date for Queen Elizabeth II type; prefix C/8. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Lovely.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Fiji
Lot #28054 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
54e 5 Pounds 20.1.1964
Queen Elizabeth II; underrated date. WBG terms this "VF 25". Wonderful wide margins.
Grade: VF 25    Bank Name: Government of Fiji
Lot #28055 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 10,000.00 - $ 15,000.00)
A38a 100 Markkaa 1862
Highest denomination of issue; without series letter. Significant contemporary face value. Young man with stick and cap, arms, and young woman/city view. PMG terms this "VF 25"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: VF 25    Bank Name: Finlands Bank
Lot #28056 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
A52c 20 Markkaa 1894
Highest denomination of series. Czarist eagle at upper center/crowned arms with various implements beneath. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 closed pinhole"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Finlands Bank
Lot #28057 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
27 50 Markkaa 1909 (1918)
Litt A. Czarist eagle. Spot at bottom right. Excellent color and appealing paper quality for this original.
Grade: Ch. Fine/VF    Bank Name: Finlands Bank
Lot #28058 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 15,000.00 - $ 20,000.00)
41 1000 Markkaa 1918
Highest denomination of series; large size. Two men holding caduceus. Beautiful design and quite attractive. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". A marvelous addition for any collection.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Finlands Bank
Lot #28059 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
C2004 10 Mark ND (ca. World War II)
Uniface remainder; without serial number. According to Campbell, Koylio Camp No. 1 "housed Russian officers" and was "the only camp in Finland know to have issued POW money"; notes from this second series were "...produced in January 1944". We have not previously offered anything from this facility; the first I have seen.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Koylio Camp No. 1
Lot #28060 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
137b 5 Nouveaux Francs on 500 Francs 12.2.1959
Very difficult provisional issue with red revaluation overprint. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with only one other and only two better of 31 on the population report. This beautiful original is seldom seen so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque de France
Lot #28061 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
147a? 10 Francs 0.0.0000
SPECIMEN (#0381) stamped in black and perforated; date, block, and serial number of zeroes. Voltaire type; first signature combination. ICG terms this "UNC 63 Specimen overprint and perforation". Tough in this form.
Grade: UNC 63    Bank Name: Banque de France
Lot #28062 - World Paper Money > French Antilles - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
9b 50 Francs ND (1964)
Marvelous design with banana harvest/shoreline houses. Choice original.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise
Lot #28063 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 950.00 - $ 1,350.00)
14a 1000 Francs L. 1941
Phoenix. PCGS terms this "Fine 15 missing corner".
Grade: Fine 15    Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France Libre
Lot #28064 - World Paper Money > French India - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
4e/J 13.1.7a 1 Roupie 8.9.1945
ANNULE stamped; punch cancelled with regular serial number. Signatures of Minost as President and Laurent as Directeur General. Few pinholes at left; stain at right on back. Very scarce. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine
Lot #28065 - World Paper Money > French India - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
5s/J 13.2.2? 5 Roupies ND (1946)
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes. Signatures Minost and Laurent. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine
Lot #28066 - World Paper Money > French Indochina - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
81s 20 Piastres ND (1949)
Perforated SPECIMEN (hand numbered #183 bottom right); serial number of zeroes. Helmeted Athena. Heading in red. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine
Lot #28067 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
2 50 Centimes L. 1919
Significantly better than the Standard Catalog illustration. Serial number in black. Residue down right on back; signature bleed through back. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Chambre de Commerce
Lot #28068 - World Paper Money > Gabon - ($ 350.00 - $ 500.00)
4c 5000 Francs ND (1978)
Oil refinery, pit mining, and President Bongo/mask, buildings, and statue. Strong original with excellent color. Seldom offered.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Republique Gabonaise Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #28069 - World Paper Money > Germany-Federal Republic - ($ 1,100.00 - $ 1,500.00)
35a 500 Mark 2.1.1970
Well underrated second highest denomination; from Hans Maler portrait. Lightly flattened.
Grade: Abt. AU    Bank Name: Deutsche Bundesbank
Lot #28070 - World Paper Money > Ghana - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
9Aa 1000 Cedis ND (1965)
Highest denomination of series. Large star/bank of Ghana building. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; only two better of 20 on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Bank of Ghana
Lot #28071 - World Paper Money > Great Britain - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
NL 5 Pounds 28.1.1897
Early issue from a rare bank. Standing women and arms flanking Queen Victoria/cherub. Cut cancelled. PCGS terms this "VF 20 Apparent writing (at lower right) on back"; also, a few pinholes.
Grade: VF 20 Apparent    Bank Name: York Union Banking Company Limited
Lot #28072 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
5e 1 Krone 1905
Uniface; arms at left and right. PCGS terms this "XF 45 PPQ". Overall pleasing.
Grade: XF 45 PPQ    Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Grønland
Lot #28073 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
6b 1 Krone 1911 (old date 1905)
Polar bear in arms twice. With black overprint "Den kgl. Grønlandske Handel" and additional purple overprint "Kolonien Holstensborg" at top. According to the Sieg Catalog, only three are known! We have not previously offered this nearly impossible type with these overprints. PMG terms this "VF 25 staining"; tied with one other as the only examples on the population report. Wonderful opportunity.
Grade: VF 25    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #28074 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 22,500.00 - $ 30,000.00)
9 1 Krone 1911
EXTREMELY LOW SERIAL NUMBER #3; Standard Catalog plate note! Reindeer in mountains; uniface. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 EPQ"; far better than the only other example on the population report. Quite likely the best known. Sensational collector piece.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #28075 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 22,500.00 - $ 30,000.00)
10a 5 Kroner 1911
EXTREMELY LOW SERIAL NUMBER #2! Highest denomination for series; uniface. Polar bear on ice. Perforated edges; only four reported as such. Seldom offered, particularly in this high quality with all perforated edges in incredible condition. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58"; far better than the only other example on the population report. Spectacular collector piece.
Grade: Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #28076 - World Paper Money > Guatemala - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
17a 10 Quetzales 4.11.1941
Quetzal bird design/ornate bridge on back. Wonderful original.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banco Central de Guatemala
Lot #28077 - World Paper Money > Guernsey - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
23 1 Shilling 3 Pence 16.10.1941
A scant 25,000 made for this date; prefix D. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Quite appealing.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: States of Guernsey
Lot #28078 - World Paper Money > Guernsey - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
32 10 Shillings 1.1.1943
Made under German authority. This original has small margin tear at left and right, thin streak at upper right, and light soiling down center on back. Limited issuance and significantly better than most show.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: States of Guernsey
Lot #28079 - World Paper Money > Haiti - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
79a 1 Gourde L. 1887
Issued example, the first we have ever offered as such. Ceres reclining; made by Charles, Skipper & East. Small pieces missing, soiling, spots, and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Republique d'Haiti
Lot #28080 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
10 10 Pesos 1.1.1889
From the Bogran government Vale series. Two handstamps and embossed seal. Few holes/burn holes at top left and right. Wonderful opportunity and overall good condition.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Vale al Portador Billete del Tesoro
Lot #28081 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 6,500.00 - $ 8,500.00)
NL 20 Pesos D. 1.8.1904
Official Government of Honduras note of the Legitimist Campaign of 1903; unlisted in the Standard Catalog. Standing woman with scales and arms/Republica de Honduras on back; imprint Litografia Nacional. Three hand signatures. Tape residue and edge nicks at top right; stains. Rare; quite likely 8-10 exist, with most in strong hands in Honduras. Missing from most advanced Honduras collections.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Gobierno de Honduras Campana Legitimista
Lot #28082 - World Paper Money > Hong Kong - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
54b 5 Dollars 26.2.1948
Helmeted warrior's head. For accuracy, light spot at top margin on back. Strong original; far better than most show.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China
Lot #28083 - World Paper Money > Hong Kong - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
57c 100 Dollars 1.8.1955
Britannia seated holding trident with shield and lion, arms/Statue Square and Supreme Court building. Pressed. Still, better than most show. We have not previously offered this scarcer year date.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China
Lot #28084 - World Paper Money > Hong Kong - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
155b? 1 Dollar 1.7.1913
ARCHIVE SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED; serial number #1176001 at left and #1476000 at right. Helmeted woman/woman with lyre. Official notations at top. Exquisite.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation
Lot #28085 - World Paper Money > Iceland - ($ 12,500.00 - $ 20,000.00)
A5c 1 Rigsdaler 1798
Early type overprinted on back of Danish 1 Rigsdaler; handstamp "B" in circle. LOW SERIAL NUMBER #385. The year 1798 is listed in neither the Danish Sieg Catalog nor in the Standard Catalog. The Sieg Catalog values a "regular" handstamp "B" at $10,000. Overall attractive, bright and clear "B" and watermarks. Couple tears at left; areas of foxing. Extremely rare.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Danish Administration Courant Bank
Lot #28086 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
4b/J3.4.2 5 Rupees ND (ca. 1925)
King George V with Taylor signature; series M62. Lightly flattened; couple pinholes.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Government of India
Lot #28087 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
23a/J 4.4.1 5 Rupees ND (1943)
King George VI; Deshmukh signature. Series B31. PCGS terms this "Gem New 65 PPQ two pinholes at left as issued".
Grade: Gem New 65 PPQ    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of India
Lot #28088 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
R3/J 6.12.3.1 10 Rupees ND (ca. 1960s)
Persian Gulf issue; in red. According to the Standard Catalog, this series was "intended for circulation in areas of Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and Trucial States during 1950's and early 1960's." PMG terms this "AU 53 NET rust". Significantly better than most show.
Grade: AU 53 NET    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of India Persian Gulf
Lot #28089 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S266a?/J 7.10.4 100 Rupees 1 Khurdad 1331
Sea Salvage Note from SS Egypt; without stamping. Falls in correct serial number range. PCGS terms this "VF 35 NET stains and water damage".
Grade: VF 35    Bank Name: Hyderabad
Lot #28090 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
S274b/J 7.9.2 10 Rupees ND (1939)
Mehdi Yar Jung signature; prefix FR. Usual small holes at left. For accuracy, small smudge at top margin on back.
Grade: AU+    Bank Name: Hyderabad
Lot #28091 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
S275b/J7.11.2 100 Rupees ND (1939)
Mehdi Yar Jung signature; prefix QI. Light soiling; tiny margin tears; small spindle hole. Tough type.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Hyderabad
Lot #28092 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
19a 10 Rials AH1311 (1932)
Shah Reza in high cap; prefix C. Scarce. PMG terms this "UNC 62".
Grade: UNC 62    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28093 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
20s 20; 20 Rials AH1311 (1932)
TWO NOTES sheet. SPECIMEN stamped twice in black; punch cancelled over signatures area, serial numbers of zeroes. Very scarce as such.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28094 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
21a 50 Rials AH1311 (1932)
Shah Reza with high cap. Seldom offered.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28095 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 250.00 - $ 500.00)
22a 100 Rials AH1311 (1932)
Shah Reza with high cap. Significantly better than most show when they come at all.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28096 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,750.00)
23a 500 Rials AH1311 (1932)
Shah Reza with high cap. Seldom seen as an issued note. PMG terms this "XF 40 small tear"; bests all three examples currently on the population report.
Grade: XF 40    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28097 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
24a 5 Rials ND (1933)
Shah Reza with high cap.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28098 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
26b 20 Rials AH1313 (1934)
Shah Reza with high cap; prefix H. Both signatures in Farsi. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28099 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
26b 20 Rials AH1313 (1934)
Shah Reza with high cap; prefix K. Both signatures in Farsi. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28100 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 250.00 - $ 500.00)
28b 100 Rials AH1313 (1934)
Shah Reza with high cap; prefix B. Pressed; restoration. Tough type in issued form. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28101 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 400.00 - $ 800.00)
29? 500 Rials AH1313 (1934)
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red; punch cancelled including over signatures, serial number of zeroes. Thins and spots at left. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28102 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 400.00 - $ 800.00)
30a 1000 Rials AH1313 (1934)
Highest denomination of series. Warrior killing creature and Shah Reza/mythical figure with wings. Dated 1314 on back. Small tears, nicks, soiling, and other signs of circulation. Not generally available as an issued note. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28103 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
30s 1000 Rials AH1313 (1934)
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled including over signature area, serial number of zeroes. Spots and thins at left. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #28104 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
95a? 5000 Rials ND (1971-72)
Face die proof. Shah Pahlavi. Official notations at left and top right. Seldom seen as such.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Central Bank of Iran
Lot #28105 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 400.00 - $ 800.00)
96a 10,000 Rials ND (1972-73)
Highest denomination of series; Shah Pahlavi/National Council of Ministries in Tehran. Signature 11. Lightly flattened.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Bank Markazi Iran
Lot #28106 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
127A? 200 Riels ND (1981)
SPECIMEN (#033) stamped in English with two printer's logos in red, all on face and back; punch cancelled over signatures, serial number of zeroes. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; bests the three examples currently on the population report. Standard Catalog value $12,000. The first we have ever offered.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Bank Markazi Iran
Lot #28107 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
49 5 Dinars L. 1947 (1959)
King Faisal II/ancient carving. Pressed.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Central Bank of Iraq
Lot #28108 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
1Aa/LTN1 10 Shillings 10.9.1928
Extremely difficult first year date. Lady Hazel Lavery/River Blackwater river mask. Lady Lavery was born in Chicago (at one time, she was cited as "the most beautiful girl in the Midwest"). The rendition on this and the following pieces was painted by her husband Sir John Lavery. Tiny center hole for this overall lovely original with bold color.
Grade: Ch. Fine/VF    Bank Name: Currency Commission Irish Free State
Lot #28109 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
2Aa/LTN2 1 Pound 10.9.1928
Next in the series; again, extremely difficult first year date. Lady Lavery/River Lee river mask. PMG terms this "AU 55"; far better than the other three examples on the population report. Wonderful piece.
Grade: AU 55    Bank Name: Currency Commission Irish Free State
Lot #28110 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
3Aa/LTN 3 5 Pounds 23.10.1928
Very early date. Lady Hazel Lavery/River Lagan river mask. Lower four digit serial number. PMG terms this "VF 20"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: VF 20    Bank Name: Currency Commission Irish Free State
Lot #28111 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
8s/CBI1? 1 Pound 5.9.1978
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes, prefix 00ZK. Contrived date. Plowman note. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 printer's annotations" (on back); the only example on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Bank of Ireland
Lot #28112 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
9s/CBI2? 5 Pounds 5.9.1978
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes, prefix 00ZK. Contrived date. Plowman note. PMG terms this "AU 55 NET printer's annotations, minor rust" (on back); the only example on the population report.
Grade: AU 55 NET    Bank Name: Bank of Ireland
Lot #28113 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 11,500.00 - $ 13,500.00)
63s/LTN-47s; 64s/LTN-48s; 65s/LTN-49s; 66?/LTN-50s; 67?/LTN-51s; 68?/LTN-52s; 69?/LTN-53s 10 Shillings; 1; 5; 10; 20; 50; 100 Pounds 6.6.1968; 2.3.02; 20.10.03; 23.1.1964; 20.11.1963; 2.3.02; 2.3.02
SEVEN NOTES; complete type set of SPECIMENS (#0015; 8; 8; 10; 10; 8; 8) stamped with two printer's logos, all in red on face and back; all but the 5 and 100 Pounds punch cancelled with serial numbers of zeroes. Lady Hazel Lavery/various river masks. Each with light to moderate residue down right on back from album removal. Outstanding collector opportunity.
Grade: Avg. AU    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #28114 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
66c/LTN 62b 10 Pounds 26.9.1974
Lady Lavery/River Bann river mask. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #28115 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
67b?/LTN 57? 20 Pounds 2.5.05
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; punch cancelled at signature area with serial number of zeroes, prefix 02X. Lady Lavery/River Boyne river mask. Contrived date. Official notations at bottom margin. Slight handling and slight signs of poor storage on back. Still, overall appealing. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Ch. XF/AU    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #28116 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
67c/LTN65 20 Pounds 24.3.1976
Lady Hazel Lavery. Signatures Murray and O'Murchu. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #28117 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
68b/LTN59a 50 Pounds 6.4.1972
Lady Hazel Lavery/River Shannon river mask. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". Scarcer date; one of only eight examples on the population report for all dates from 1970-75.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #28118 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 1,750.00)
69c/LTN67 100 Pounds 4.4.1977
Highest denomination of this Lady Lavery series/River Erne river mask. PMG terms this "XF 40".
Grade: XF 40    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #28119 - World Paper Money > Italian Somaliland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
1 5 Rupias 15.7.1893
Prior versions of the Standard Catalog have stated this issue "was sponsored by the Italian government to assist the company in overseeing the interests of Italy in the region the de facto government in the designated Somali area." Embossed seal and white five pointed star; perforated left margin. The only denomination known for this series. The best condition example we have offered.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: V. Filonardi & Co.
Lot #28120 - World Paper Money > Italian Somaliland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
15a 100 Somali 1950
Highest denomination of series; lion. Lightly flattened; writing at watermark area on back. President signature different than Standard Catalog illustration. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Cassa per la Circolazione Monetaria della Somalia
Lot #28121 - World Paper Money > Italy - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
43b 50 Lire 12.5.1919
Seated Italia/oxen; tough Canovai signature. Wonderful piece; recognized rarity in the Italian catalog. Pressed; pinholes. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banca d'Italia
Lot #28122 - World Paper Money > Jamaica - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,500.00)
39 10 Shillings 7.4.1955
King George VI. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of Jamaica
Lot #28123 - World Paper Money > Jamaica - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
48b 5 Pounds 4.7.1960
Queen Elizabeth II/industry and banana tree. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58". Lovely.
Grade: Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Government of Jamaica
Lot #28124 - World Paper Money > Jamaica - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
52c 5 Pounds L. 1960
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". While any signature combination for this type is tough, this is the most elusive and by far the best we have ever offered. Sensational collector piece.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Bank of Jamaica
Lot #28125 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
SB2061a 1 Sen ND (ca. World War II)
Serial number on Japanese side and not on English side. Wakasugi seal; light brown paper. Serial number not listed in this source. Strong example.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Taiwan POW Canteen Ticket
Lot #28126 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 500.00 - $ 700.00)
7a 5 Dinars L. 1949 (1952)
Signature 3. Small closed tear at right center.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Lot #28127 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
22c?/RE 8 20 Dinars 1985 (1992)
REPLACEMENT; signature 17. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; the first we have offered.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Jordan
Lot #28128 - World Paper Money > Kenya - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
4? 50 Shillings ND
SPECIMEN (#40) stamped in red on face and back, color trial in purple and multicolored; punch cancelled over signatures area, with neither serial number nor signatures. Official notations at top on face and back. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". We have not previously offered this type in this form.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Kenya
Lot #28129 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 825.00 - $ 1,000.00)
3 1 Dinar L. 1960 (1961)
Amir Shaikh Abdullah/cement plant. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; only 6 better of 188 on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board
Lot #28130 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 450.00 - $ 850.00)
8A 1 Livre 1.11.1930
Early type with Grand-Liban heading; from Lebanon's second issue. Pieces missing, tape on back, and other signs of circulation. Not illustrated and completely unpriced in the Standard Catalog; seldom offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Good    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Grand-Liban
Lot #28131 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
27b 5 Livres 1.9.1939
Cedar tree/city view. Pink overprint with two diagonal lines. Margin roughness; soiling. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #28132 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
17 5 Pounds 1.1.1952
Tougher denomination from the King Idris series. PCGS terms this "Fine 15 splits and tears; stains; writing in ink on back".
Grade: Fine 15    Bank Name: Kingdom of Libya
Lot #28133 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
18 10 Pounds 1.1.1952
Highest denomination from King Idris I series. PCGS terms this "Fine 12 small splits and tears; writing in ink on back". We have offered this rare type only once prior in issued form.
Grade: Fine 12    Bank Name: Kingdom of Libya
Lot #28134 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
M7a 500 Lire ND (ca. World War II)
A key to this World War II series. Slight roughness at top for this original.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Military Authority in Tripolitania
Lot #28135 - World Paper Money > Macau - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
56a 50 Patacas 1.9.1976
Luis de Camoes with text CONSELHO DE GESTAO. Strong embossing for this original.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #28136 - World Paper Money > Madagascar - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
10 .10 Franc ND (1916)
Emergency postage stamp issue type IV; unvarnished with dog on back. The first we have offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Madagascar et Dependances
Lot #28137 - World Paper Money > Madagascar - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
30 .25 Franc ND (1916)
Emergency postage stamp issue type VIII; varnished with zebu on back. Strong condition. Seldom offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Madagascar et Dependances
Lot #28138 - World Paper Money > Madagascar - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,750.00)
56b 1000 Francs = 200 Ariary ND (1963)
Highest denomination of series. President Tsiranana and people in canoes/ox cart. Signature at left; the first we have offered as such. Pressed. Seldom offered.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission Malgache
Lot #28139 - World Paper Money > Madeira - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
12 100 Reis 3.2.1892 (old date 6.8.1891)
Highest denomination of Casa da Moeda series 1892. Purple three line diagonal overprint. Appealing condition. Extremely rare; exceptional opportunity.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal Agencia no Funchal
Lot #28140 - World Paper Money > Malawi - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
11ct 5 Kwacha ND
SPECIMEN (#190) stamped in red on face and back, color trial in green; with neither serial number nor signatures. Official notations at top on face and back. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with the only other example on the population report. We have not previously offered this type in this form.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Malawi
Lot #28141 - World Paper Money > Malaya - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
NL 5; 5; 10; 10 Units Petrol Jan.-March 1950
FOUR NOTE SHEET. Stub at top and perforations indicates this comes from a booklet. Conditions stated on back. Light stains. The first we have offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Federation of Malaya
Lot #28142 - World Paper Money > Malaysia - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
NL 1 Ringgit ND
Uniface black and white face proof. With neither signature nor serial number; later signature title "Gabenur". Well embossed. Official notations top right.
Grade: Well preserved    Bank Name: Bank Negara Malaysia
Lot #28143 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 650.00 - $ 900.00)
4 1000 Francs 22.9.1960
President Modibo Keita. Signature 1. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque de la Republique du Mali
Lot #28144 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
14a 5000 Francs ND (1972-84)
Cattle and man with turban/woman and flowers, woman working with textile machinery. Tough first signature 4. Never available in any quantity.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Mali
Lot #28145 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
3r 3 Dollars 1924
Exotic, fantastic series. Nothing like this was produced before and almost assuredly nothing will be produced like this again.
Grade: Ch. XF/AU    Bank Name: State Treasury Note
Lot #28146 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
4r 5 Dollars 1924
Next in the series. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 pinholes".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58    Bank Name: State Treasury Note
Lot #28147 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
5r 10 Dollars 1924
Next in the series. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 pinholes".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58    Bank Name: State Treasury Note
Lot #28148 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
6r 25 Dollars 1924
Next and highest denomination in series. Slight residue at top and bottom left on back.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: State Treasury Note
Lot #28149 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
18? 20 Francs 0.0.00
Uniface face; date and serial number of zeroes. Without watermark. Choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #28150 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
27? 100 Francs 1.3.1944
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red on face, once on back; serial number of zeroes. The Specimen with this date is unlisted in WW II Remembered. Gate on city wall/five pointed stars. Beautiful, multicolored design. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #28151 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
28? 1000 Francs 1.5.1943
SPECIMEN stamped diagonally in larger black letters on face and back with perforated zeroes at left and right; regular serial number. Large size, World War II issue; first date for type. Few residue spots; light stains; signs of album removal including small thin at right on back. We have not offered a specimen like this in many years. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #28152 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 1,100.00 - $ 1,350.00)
6a 5 Gulden 7.8.1914
Silver note; series 14. PMG terms this "VF 25 NET splits, previously mounted"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: VF 25 NET    Bank Name: Zilverbon
Lot #28153 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
42 1000 Gulden 28.6.1919
Vastly underrated earlier large size type; not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. The only other time we offered this type was over eight years ago when a lower condition piece with writing hammered for $650. For accuracy, light smudge top center. Overall quality original with excellent color.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: De Nederlandsche Bank
Lot #28154 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
68a 50 Gulden 4.2.1943
By far the key type for this wartime series. Queen Wilhelmina/arms. Outstanding original; quite likely among the best known.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Muntbiljet
Lot #28155 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
M2 5 Gulden ND (ca. post World War II)
According to World War II Remembered, used by the military after the war in the occupation of Germany. The 5 Gulden is the key denomination. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". We have not offered this type in over a dozen years. The PMG report lists only two examples, with the better piece as "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Ministerie van Oorlog
Lot #28156 - World Paper Money > Netherlands Indies - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
81 50 Gulden 3.6.1938
Two Javanese dancers on front, back shows text in four languages: Chinese, Dutch, Arabic, Javanese. Edge wear at top and left. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: De Javasche Bank
Lot #28157 - World Paper Money > Netherlands Indies - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
96 1000 Gulden 1946
Highest denomination of series; series VE. Rice fields with mountain in background. Extremely difficult to find both as a genuine piece and in any collectible condition. Wonderful collector opportunity.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: De Javasche Bank
Lot #28158 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
15a 25 Gulden 8.12.1954
Higher denomination from Queen Juliana series; crowned pigeon on face and stylized bird of paradise on back. Prefix LD. Sensational original; quite likely among best known.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Nederlands Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #28159 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 9,500.00 - $ 13,500.00)
16a 100 Gulden 8.12.1954
Extremely difficult higher denomination from Queen Juliana series; cassowary on face and stylized bird of paradise on back. Prefix MB. PMG terms this "XF 40"; the best of three on the population report. We have never previously offered this type in issued form.
Grade: XF 40    Bank Name: Nederlands Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #28160 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 6,250.00 - $ 7,500.00)
162a 50 Pounds ND (1955-56)
Highest denomination of Captain Cook series; sailing ship/dairy farm and Mount Egmont. Lightly flattened. Elusive Hanna signature.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Lot #28161 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
162c 50 Pounds ND (1956-67)
Sailing ship and Captain Cook/dairy farm and Mount Egmont. Fleming signature. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63". Outstanding comparison piece with prior lot.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Lot #28162 - World Paper Money > Newfoundland - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
A4s 40 Cents 1904
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled over signatures, serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". The first time we have offered this type in any form.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Newfoundland Government Cash Note
Lot #28163 - World Paper Money > Newfoundland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
A9/NF-7b 25 Cents 1911-12
Waterfall; few made. PCGS Europe terms this "Ch. VF 35 details pinholes, pressed". Seldom offered; the first we have had in approximately ten years.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Details    Bank Name: Newfoundland Government Cash Note
Lot #28164 - World Paper Money > Newfoundland - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
A14b/NF-12b 1 Dollar 2.1.1920
King George V and caribou. Light to moderate soiling, primarily on back. Overall solid original with excellent color.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Government of Newfoundland
Lot #28165 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
9r 50 Kroner 1945
SPECIMEN diagonally in black on face and back; remainder, punch cancelled with regular serial number, prefix D. Larger size Christie type/building; tough higher denomination. Seldom offered.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Norges Bank
Lot #28166 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
27a 50 Kroner 1945
Large size, higher denomination with arms. The dimensions of this piece make it virtually impossible to save in high grade. First date; Nielsen signature. Looks AU at first glance. Vastly underrated, especially so choice.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Norges Bank
Lot #28167 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,500.00)
28a1 100 Kroner 1945
Larger size, squarish type; prefix A. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Quality original; now quite scarce.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Norges Bank
Lot #28168 - World Paper Money > Oman - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
1a; 2a; 3a; 4a; 6a 100 Baiza; 1/4; 1/2; 1; 10 Rials ND (1970)
FIVE NOTES; all but the 5 Rials from first issue for region in UNC.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Sultanate of Muscat and Oman
Lot #28169 - World Paper Money > Oman - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
7a; 8a; 9a; 10a; 11a; 12a 100 Baiza; 1/4; 1/2; 1; 5; 10 Rials ND (1973)
SIX NOTES; complete set for next series. Each piece choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Oman Currency Board
Lot #28170 - World Paper Money > Oman - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
13a; 14; 15a; 16a; 17a; 18a; 19a; 20a; 21a 100; 200 Baisa; 1/4; 1/2; 1; 5; 10; 20; 50 Rials ND (1977-85)
NINE NOTES; complete set. The 50 Rials is AU+; the rest of the notes are UNC.
Grade: Mostly UNC    Bank Name: Central Bank of Oman
Lot #28171 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
7c 1 Pound 20.4.1939
Series L. This original has small writing top margin, margin nicks, margin tear at left that trickles into design, and light to moderate stains. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board
Lot #28172 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
7c 1 Pound 20.4.1939
Dome of the Rock/Tower of David. Prefix Y. Lightly flattened. Still, far better than most show.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board
Lot #28173 - World Paper Money > Paraguay - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S125a 1 Peso 1.1.1882
Extremely difficult ISSUED earlier bank. The Banco Nacional counterpart is very scarce; this type is rare and unlisted in this form. Steam locomotive and young woman. Lower three digit serial number. Soiling. Outstanding opportunity. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Banco del Paraguay
Lot #28174 - World Paper Money > Paraguay - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S127? 5 Pesos 1.1.1882
Arms and crowned woman. Margin tears, pinholes, soiling, and other signs of circulation. Serial number not visible. Rare as an issued note; listed only as a proof or specimen in the Standard Catalog. The only other example we offered hammered for $4000. Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Banco del Paraguay
Lot #28175 - World Paper Money > Paraguay - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
NL 100 Guaranies L. 5.10.1943
Mockup uniface face proof on card with several design elements pasted in; serial number of zeroes. Somewhat resembles Standard Catalog #182 but José Félix Estigarribia Insaurralde (war hero and President of Paraguay) turning opposite way from rendition on issued type; other differences include serial number and series removed at bottom. Wonderful collector piece.
Grade: Well preserved    Bank Name: Banco del Paraguay
Lot #28176 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
124b 500 Pesos ND (1949)
Highest denomination of series. Legazpi; signatures Osmena and Guevara. Appealing original with excellent color.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: VICTORY/CENTRAL BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES
Lot #28177 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
124c 500 Pesos ND (1949)
Last signature combination of Roxas and Guevara. Thin line at right center; couple margin stains. Still, overall pleasing appearance. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Ch. VF    Bank Name: VICTORY/CENTRAL BANK OF THE PHILIPPINES
Lot #28178 - World Paper Money > Poland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
53 5 Zlotych 28.2.1919
RADAR SERIAL NUMBER; six digits! Prince Poniatowski/eagle. Tears and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Bank Polski
Lot #28179 - World Paper Money > Poland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
63a 20 Zlotych 15.7.1924
Kosciuszko/eagle. Tear bottom center and other signs of circulation. Extremely tough type. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Bank Polski
Lot #28180 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
104 5 Mil Reis 30.12.1909
Marquez de Pombal/arms and woman. Lightly flattened. Quite scarce.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal
Lot #28181 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
116 100 Escudos 13.8.1918
Highest denomination; earlier date. Indians, ships (discovery of Brazil) and medallic portrait of Cabral/two heads and Cabral's arrival. PCGS Europe terms this "VF 20 Details restoration, pressed". Rare in any grade.
Grade: VF 20 Details    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal
Lot #28182 - World Paper Money > Puerto Rico - ($ 1,100.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S101a 5 Pesos ND (ca. 1880)
Steam passenger train. PCGS Europe terms this "Ch. UNC 63 Details pressed, restoration".
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 Details    Bank Name: Compania de los Ferro-Carriles de Puerto Rico
Lot #28183 - World Paper Money > Qatar - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
19 500 Riyals ND (1996)
Highest denomination of series; from the first Central Bank issue. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; only three better of 80 on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Qatar Central Bank
Lot #28184 - World Paper Money > Qatar & Dubai - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
2a 5 Riyals ND (ca. 1960)
Dhow, derrick and palm tree. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of 111 on the population report. Terrific piece!
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Qatar & Dubai Currency Board
Lot #28185 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
25 500 Francs ND (1923-44)
Highest denomination of series. Woman with staff and ship in background. Several spots; edge foxing; tiny center hole; for accuracy, minor indications of storage blemishes on back. We have never previously offered this majestic type.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Banque de la Reunion
Lot #28186 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
49s 100 Francs ND (1960)
SPECIMEN (#0092) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. DO NOT BE CONFUSED. Similar to the earlier 100 Francs Caisse Centrale with La Bourdonnais; second signature of Le President du Conseil de Surveillance added. Considerably scarcer than the earlier type. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer
Lot #28187 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
27b 10 Shillings 10.9.1968
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Rhodesia
Lot #28188 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
20a 10 Shillings 17.6.1960
Fish eagle, arms and Queen Elizabeth II/river scene. Prefix W/19. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Outstanding original.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland
Lot #28189 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A22 50 Rubles 1818
Crowned double-headed eagle with shield. First signature printed, second hand written. WBG terms this "Good 6 extensive tape reinforced, graffiti".
Grade: Good 6    Bank Name: Imperial Russia
Lot #28190 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
A55 3 Rubles 1889
Key date. Crowned arms. PMG terms this "VF 25 pinholes, splits"; the only example on the population report. We have not previously offered this date.
Grade: VF 25    Bank Name: State Credit Note
Lot #28191 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A56 5 Rubles 1890
Crowned arms. PMG terms this "VF 25 stained, pinholes"; tied with one other as second of five on the population report for all dates. We have not previously offered this date.
Grade: VF 25    Bank Name: State Credit Note
Lot #28192 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
39Bs 50 Rubles 1919
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Two allegorical figures/arms. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: Government Credit Note
Lot #28193 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
266 500,000 Rubles 1995
Statue of Peter the Great as portrait and watermark. Pleasing higher denomination. Choice original.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Bank of Russia
Lot #28194 - World Paper Money > Rwanda-Burundi - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
1a 5 Francs 15.9.1960
Antelope type. Prefix D. For accuracy, slight foxing. In demand.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque d'Emission du Rwanda et du Burundi
Lot #28195 - World Paper Money > Rwanda-Burundi - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
6s 500 Francs 15.9.1960
SPECIMEN (#46) stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes, prefix A. A key type from the popular animal series; rhinoceros. Pleasing original.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Banque d'Emission du Rwanda et du Burundi
Lot #28196 - World Paper Money > Saint Pierre & Miquelon - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
30a 1 Nouveau Franc on 50 Francs ND (1960)
Scarcer variety with five digit control number. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer
Lot #28197 - World Paper Money > Saint Thomas & Prince - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
39ct 500 Escudos 18.4.1956
SPECIMEN (#22) stamped in red on face and back; color trial in purple and multicolored; punch cancelled over signatures, serial number of zeroes. Key type to series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". We have not previously offered this in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #28198 - World Paper Money > Sarawak - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
21 5 Dollars 1.1.1938
Charles Vyner Brooke and arms. Lightly flattened. Still, overall pleasing.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Government of Sarawak
Lot #28199 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
14a 50 Riyals L. AH1379 (1968)
Courtyard. Earlier signature variety. Phenomenal original; seldom seen so choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #28200 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
S333? 5 Pounds ND
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; punch cancelled at signature area, without serial number. Two allegorical figures/arms. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Commercial Bank of Scotland
Lot #28201 - World Paper Money > Senegal - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
1c; 2b; 3c .50; 1; 2 Francs D. 1917
THREE NOTES. The 1 Franc with a few small marks; the 2 Francs with hinge at top left on back. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VF/XF; XF/AU; XF    Bank Name: Gouvernement General de l'Afrique Occidentale Francaise Senegal
Lot #28202 - World Paper Money > Serbia - ($ 11,500.00 - $ 15,000.00)
8c 100 Dinara ND (ca. 1884)
Without date, signatures, or serial number; remainder. Highest denomination of series; allegorical woman with tablet and allegorical woman with sword; printed in France. Not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. One expert states best known and quite likely the first ever publicly offered in the Americas by any firm. Terrific piece.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Chartered National Bank of the Kingdom of Serbia
Lot #28203 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
6a 50 Cents 7.7.1943
King George VI; uniface. Strong original.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #28204 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
16c? 20 Rupees 1.1.1974
PROGRESSIVE SPECIMEN; punch cancelled, serial number of zeroes. Queen Elizabeth II. Official notations at left and top authorizes the new signature for 1974, C. H. Allan. The Governor of the Seychelles in 1971 was Bruce Greatbatch (whose signature appears crossed out on this note); he left office in 1973 and his successor was Colin Hamilton Allan, whose signature appears on the issued 1974 date for this type. It is extremely likely this piece is unique; sensational collector item.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #28205 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
100a 100 Pounds 29.1.1952
Highest denomination of series; first line of bank name and value in English. Jan van Riebeeck and sailing ship/elaborate arms. Pressed; cleaned; stains at few places on top margin; couple small spots. Very difficult in any form. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: South African Reserve Bank
Lot #28206 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S572? 1 Pound 1.1.1915
Johannesburg branch. Seated woman with bale and barrow/map of Africa. Early date precedes Standard Catalog listing by several years. Tear top left; small holes/pinholes; moderate soiling; and other signs of circulation. Seldom offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Standard Bank of South Africa, Limited
Lot #28207 - World Paper Money > South West Africa - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
4b 10 Shillings 29.11.1958
Date in black. Pleasing original; significantly better than most show.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Barclays Bank D. C. O.
Lot #28208 - World Paper Money > South West Africa - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,750.00)
6b 5 Pounds 29.11.1958
Date in black. Quality example.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Barclays Bank D. C. O.
Lot #28209 - World Paper Money > South West Africa - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 2,000.00)
12b 5 Pounds 15.10.1958
Highest denomination of series. Unlisted date in the Standard Catalog. Sheep under tree and waterfalls/kudu and mountains. Lightly flattened; small tear at left center. Still, considerably better than most show when they appear at all.
Grade: VF+    Bank Name: Standard Bank of South Africa Limited
Lot #28210 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
9a 10 Shillings 15.12.1939
King George VI/sable and Victoria Falls. Scarce initial date. PMG terms this "AU 53"; no examples currently on the population report.
Grade: AU 53    Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board
Lot #28211 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
9f 10 Shillings 1.9.1951
King George VI/sable and Victoria Falls. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58"; only one better of eight examples on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board
Lot #28212 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
10f 1 Pound 1.9.1950
Arms and King George VI/Zimbabwe ruins. While we have offered this date several times, we have not previously offered this signature combination. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 55".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 55    Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board
Lot #28213 - World Paper Money > Spitsbergen - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 2,000.00)
SN13 50 Ore 1919/1920
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #14. Tear at top center; couple edge nicks; moderate soiling. The first we have offered for these dates. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Store Norske Spitsbergen Kulkompani
Lot #28214 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
1c 1 Dollar 10.7.1916
Initial denomination for series. Arms/tiger. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45". Bold color; considerably better than typically shows.
Grade: Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #28215 - World Paper Money > Switzerland - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
74c 1000 Franken 2006
Highest denomination of series. Jacob Burckhardt/fantastic back design including Rotunda of the Pantheon in Rome and facade of Palazzo Strossi in Florence. Signature 74. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Swiss National Bank
Lot #28216 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
1a 5 Piastres 1.8.1919
Ruins of Baalbek/lion's head. Signature LE SECRETAIRE GENERAL. Phenomenal original.
Grade: Abt. AU    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #28217 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
41c 5 Livres 1.9.1939
Pink overprint. Stains at left and top do not detract from the excellent embossing of this original. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #28218 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
60 50 Livres 1947
Ornate design for this majestic large size type. State arms overprint. Extremely difficult as an issued piece; this original is a highlight for any collection.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #28219 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
63 1 Livre 1.7.1949
Harbor and mountain landscape. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ". Seldom offered so choice; quite handsome.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #28220 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
65? 25 Livres 1.7.1949
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes. Highly ornate design with citadel on back. The first we have offered in any form.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #28221 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
67? 100 Livres 1.7.1949
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes. View of Damascus. Sensational design.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #28222 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
78B 25 Livres 1955
Arms/Ruins of Palmyra; DEUXIEME EMISSION. Moderate soiling; several pinholes; spot bottom right. Seldom found. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de Syrie
Lot #28223 - World Paper Money > Tahiti - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
13a? 500 Francs 1.3.1926
Serial number of zeroes; without designation. Larger size type with standing woman and ships on face and back. Pressed; spot at right margin. Unlisted date in the Standard Catalog; the first of this date I have seen.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indo-chine
Lot #28224 - World Paper Money > Tahiti - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
15c? 1000 Francs ND (1940-57)
SPECIMEN (#0160) perforated and stamped in black; serial number of zeroes. Lovely multicolored, large size type.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine
Lot #28225 - World Paper Money > Tangier - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
2 .50 Francos August 1941
Tangier is a port and city (two different locations with the same name) in northern Morocco; Spain occupied this area during World War II. Star. Earlier heading of Servicios Municipales; Series A. PCGS terms this "XF 40". Significantly better than most show when they come at all.
Grade: XF 40    Bank Name: Servicios Municipales
Lot #28226 - World Paper Money > Tannu-Tuva - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
15 1 Aksha 1940
Short lived issue for region located between Russia and Mongolia. Farmer plowing with two horses. Restored. Ideal for those seeking one note per country as this is not from the spurious first issue; rare in any grade.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Tannu Tuva Republic
Lot #28227 - World Paper Money > Timor - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
17 5 Patacas 16.11.1945
Huts and arms/steamship seal. Pressed; for accuracy, slight indications of mounting on back. Very difficult in any grade; we have not offered this type in fourteen years and, despite close serial number proximity, this example has a different signature combination than the other.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #28228 - World Paper Money > Timor - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
24a 100 Escudos 2.1.1959
Pieces from the 1959 series are FAR scarcer than those from the 1963-68 issue. Jose Celestino da Silva. Strong example.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #28229 - World Paper Money > Tonga - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
7 1 Pound 7.1.1938
Early type with STERLING crossed out in black lines at right center; three signatures. We have not previously offered this date. PMG terms this "VF 25 NET splits, annotation" (fairly inconspicuous); the only example listed on the population report for any dates of this type.
Grade: VF 25 NET    Bank Name: Government of Tonga
Lot #28230 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
7b? 1000 Francs 18.3.1924
Highest denomination of series; unlisted date in Standard Catalog. Allegorical design. Few pinholes do not significantly impact this dynamic example. Handsome overall appearance.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie
Lot #28231 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
11b? 1000 Francs 1.8.1939
Highest denomination of series; unlisted date in Standard Catalog. Allegorical design. Lightly flattened with couple pinholes. This type seldom shows with the Tunisia overprint in any collectible condition.
Grade: Ch. Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie
Lot #28232 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
24 100 Francs 11.2.1948
Hermes and Roman gate/ancient mosaic. Pressed. We have offered this year date only once prior.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #28233 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
26 1000 Francs 5.9.1946
Large size, exquisite design; horses and French farm family/woman and fruit. PMG terms this "AU 50"; bests all five examples currently on the population report.
Grade: AU 50    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie
Lot #28234 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
26? 1000 Francs 0.0.0000
SPECIMEN stamped in red capital letters on face and back; date and serial number with zeroes. Large size, exquisite. Horses and French farm family/woman and fruit. In this condition, the back design is the epitome of "art on money". Beautiful and spectacular.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie
Lot #28235 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
44 2 Francs 4.11.1918
Arms stamped at center on back. Series 036. We have not offered this type in approximately 15 years.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Regence de Tunis
Lot #28236 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
45a 50 Centimes 17.3.1919
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #00010. Arms stamped at center on back. Series 044. Close margins. We have not previously offered this variety for this type.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Regence de Tunis
Lot #28237 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
45b 50 Centimes 17.3.1919
Arms stamped at center on back. Series 060. Few pinholes. We have not previously offered this variety of the type.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Regence de Tunis
Lot #28238 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 430.00 - $ 550.00)
47a 2 Francs 17.3.1919
Back: Arms stamped at center. Series 041.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Regence de Tunis
Lot #28239 - World Paper Money > Turkey - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
93 50 Livres L. 1332
Extremely difficult high denomination which we have not previously offered. Tears at left and top center; small holes particularly at center; and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Banque Imperiale Ottomane
Lot #28240 - World Paper Money > Turkey - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
121a 10 Livres L. 1341 (1926)
Bounding wolf/rock mountain with bridge. PCGS Europe terms this "VF 20 Details repair, minor tear". Issued notes in any collectible grade are now quite scarce.
Grade: VF 20 Details    Bank Name: State Note of the Ministry of Finance
Lot #28241 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
24a 500 Dirhams 1998/AH 1419
Higher denomination of series. Sparrowhawk/mosque in Dubai. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank
Lot #28242 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
23 10 Pesos 9.8.1934
Sailor, woman above arms/ships and train. Few pinholes; few small spots. Vastly underrated type. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay
Lot #28243 - World Paper Money > Viet Nam - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
FX9a 5 Dollars 2.6.1982
Scarce denomination; stamped date with hand stamp and signature on back.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Foreign Exchange Certificate
Lot #28244 - World Paper Money > Vietnam-South - ($ 1,375.00 - $ 2,000.00)
36a 10,000 Dong ND (1975)
Highest denomination of series; prefix P1. Palace of Independence/wonderful water buffalo design on back. Not issued. Choice original.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: National Bank of Viet-Nam
Lot #28245 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
103Aj? 1000 Francs ND
SPECIMEN (#0008) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Man and woman/men with rope suspension bridge. Few small unobtrusive spots. Very scarce in this form.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest
Lot #28246 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
104Ah 5000 Francs ND
Highest denomination in this Ivory Coast series. Outstanding original.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest
Lot #28247 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
104Ai? 5000 Francs ND
SPECIMEN (#6105) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. "A" (Ivory Coast) in plate at lower left and upper right. The first we have offered for this variety.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest
Lot #28248 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,500.00)
204Bl 5000 Francs ND
Highest denomination in this Benin series. Bold, vibrant color for this original.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest
Lot #28249 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
804Tm 5000 Francs ND
Signature 11, the last for this type. Choice original.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest
Lot #28250 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
19 400 Kronen on 100 Dinara ND (1919)
Children at lower left and right. Few pinholes. First we have ever offered in many years; vastly underrated type.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Ministry of Finance Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes
Lot #28251 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 6,500.00 - $ 8,000.00)
20s 4000 Kronen on 1000 Dinara ND (1919)
Perforated CANCELLED in Serbian language; regular serial number. Highest denomination of series. Three allegorical figures/figures in ornamented circle and allegorical heads. One expert states only two examples exist in this form. PCGS Europe terms this "VF 25 Details writing in ink, restoration". Huge contemporary face value and the first we have offered as such.
Grade: VF 25 Details    Bank Name: Ministry of Finance
Lot #28252 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
33 1000 Dinara 6.9.1935
Not issued. Group of six people and lion/bridge between man at left and right. Wonderfully vivid design, larger and beautiful.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Kingdom of Yugoslavia
Lot #28253 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 7,000.00 - $ 9,000.00)
34? 10,000 Dinara 6.9.1936
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; regular serial number. Highest denomination of series (not issued). King Peter II/man and woman farmers. PCGS terms this "Gem New 65 PPQ". Absolutely terrific in this condition. Reportedly only three known in this form.
Grade: Gem New 65 PPQ    Bank Name: Kingdom of Yugoslavia
Lot #28254 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
35As 5 Dinara ND (1943)
SPECIMEN stamped in black hollow English letters on face and back; serial number of zeroes. King Peter II/goats on hillside. Made in London as government in exile, when Peter fled the Axis. WWII Remembered states that the number known may be less than ten.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Kingdom of Yugoslavia
Lot #28255 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
35Cs 25 Dinara ND (1943)
SPECIMEN stamped in black hollow English letters on face and back; serial number of zeroes. King Peter II/monument. Outstanding opportunity; only the second we have offered.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Kingdom of Yugoslavia
Lot #28256 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
S101 10 Dinara 1.1.1945
Montenegro partisan issue. People with hands raised and burning house/monthly depreciation redemption values. WW II Remembered indicates more information needed for this issue. One expert states only 25-20 pieces known; the first we have ever offered and the first I have seen.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Federal Regime of the Yugoslav Democratic Federation Cetinje, Montenegro