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Lot #50288 - World Paper Money > Alaska - ($ 12,500.00 - $ 20,000.00)
NL 10 Kopeks ND
Here is a terrific example of the mystical Alaska Sealskin (Walrus Skin) Money. Most known examples are at present ensconced in museums around the world and will never be made available to any private collector. Printed in brown ink. Hole in each upper corner as issued. The face has oval seal with eagle of Russian-American Company. Denomination in Russian wording across bottom. The back has large oval guilloche across most of surface with Russian script and two bars below, one for handwritten serial number and the other for printed signature of the Director. The late numismatic scholar Randolph Zander compiled all known information into a booklet published by the Russian Numismatic Society in 1996. Taking facts from that publication, Zander indicates that the Russian-American Company was founded in 1799 for the purpose of trading in furs. A special currency was desired, and the first notes were made in 1816 on heavy card stock with a different design. It was not until 1826 that parchment and skins began to be used and the design of the presently offered piece introduced. From that date forward to 1858, most were printed on parchment of varying quality, but a certain quantity was made on a more or less heavier substance like salvaged walrus hide. Total number of different printings or issues is believed to be eight, ranging from 1816 to 1858. Notes wore out easily from the rugged climate and new issues were always in demand. Many notes lost most of their printing in about four months as even the parchment stood up badly. Serial numbers were especially vulnerable to rubbing and wear, and often faded fast. We are immensely pleased to offer this extremely rare and historic scrip from our 49th state. PCGS terms this "Fine 15".
Grade: PCGS Fine 15    Bank Name: Russian-American Company
Lot #50289 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
71b 5 Francs 10.3.1917
Mercury design; somewhat earlier date. Couple pinholes at far left. Overall choice original.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50290 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
72? 20 Francs 24.10.1903
Mercury and Hercules for this tough early type. Small pieces missing and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50291 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
79? 50 Francs ND
SPECIMEN perforated; with no serial number nor block number. Extremely difficult early type in purple; in this incredible condition, rare in any form. Ex-Kolsky Collection.
Grade: Abt. AU    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50292 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
82 500 Francs 31.1.1942
Larger size type with Algerian girl and allegories. Strong original.
Grade: Abt. XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50293 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
95 500 Francs 15.9.1944
Two boys and Bedouin with camel. Incredible condition; by far the best I have ever seen.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50294 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 5,500.00)
96 1000 Francs 23.3.1945
Woman and sailing ship/farmers and woman with Liberty. A most unusual type given the rest of its contemporary issue-other Algerian notes of the 1940s were much larger size and had a considerably older design. Likely an extremely limited production as a completely new design was issued the following year. Not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. For accuracy, rounded bottom right corner. Given that this type is an outlier, it seems quite possible that it belongs with the fantastic 100 Francs and 500 Francs (#115 and #116) found several lots later in this auction.
Grade: Abt. AU    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50295 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
105 5000 Francs 13.2.1947
Pythian Apollo/ruins. Few pinholes at left. We have offered this type only once prior in the last 18 years and that example, from years ago, was in considerably lower condition. A marvel this choice.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50296 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
106a 500 Francs 22.5.1956
Ram and Bacchus. Strong original with excellent color.
Grade: AU+    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #50297 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
106a 500 Francs 20.9.1956
Ram and Bacchus. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; by itself, the best of nine on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #50298 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
107b 1000 Francs 27.1.1954
Isis. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 NET retouched".
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58 NET    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #50299 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
109? 5000 Francs 18.11.1949
Pythian Apollo/ruins; early unlisted date for scarce type; penal code shows at bottom. Light soiling; small margin tear. Still, better than most show.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #50300 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 650.00 - $ 900.00)
110 1000 Francs 5.10.1956
Audouin's gulls with city of Algiers in background. Couple tiny spots at bottom right and couple thin streaks at left margin on back. Still, considerably better than most show.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #50301 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
112 10 Nouveaux Francs on 1000 Francs 8.9.1958
Isis type; provisional issue. This original with margin tear at right. We have offered this extremely difficult type only once prior in the last dozen years, and that piece which hammered for $2500 was in lower condition with a different date.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #50302 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 6,500.00)
113 50 Nouveaux Francs on 5000 Francs 1.3.1956
Pythian Apollo with penal code showing at bottom center/arches. We have offered this type only twice prior in over eighteen years and only one of those was choice.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #50303 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
114 100 Nouveaux Francs on 10,000 Francs 31.1.1958
Highest denomination of series; extremely difficult provisional issue that goes with French revalued currency of this era. Gulls with city of Algiers in background. Couple pinholes at left. Overall quite attractive.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #50304 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
115 100 Francs 24.5.1945
The Standard Catalog shows a Specimen for this very rare type; here is a sensational issued note! Woman on face and back; not issued. Back in French and Arabic, unlike the following lot. Also, different signature titles than following lot. The first I have ever seen. Phenomenal opportunity.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50305 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
116a 500 Francs 17.9.1956
The amazing and equally rare counterpart to the previous lot; somewhat surprisingly, dated eleven years later. Woman on face and back; not issued. Back in Arabic only with other back changes from the previous lot. The first I have ever seen. Tremendous opportunity.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50306 - World Paper Money > Algeria - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
117 500 Francs 8.4.1958
Vulture and eagle perched on rock/animals. Excellent color. This original with couple pinholes at left. The best issued example we have ever offered.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie
Lot #50307 - World Paper Money > Angola - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
75 100 Angolares 1.6.1927
Tough higher denomination. Salvador Correia and flamingos/crocodile. Tears and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Banco de Angola
Lot #50308 - World Paper Money > Angola - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,000.00)
83 20 Angolares 1.3.1951
SERIAL NUMBER 1! Salvador Correia de Sae Benevides and Reconquest of Luanda 1648. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63 EPQ    Bank Name: Banco de Angola
Lot #50309 - World Paper Money > Angola - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
87?; 88s; 89s; 90?; 91? 20; 50; 100; 500; 1000 Escudos 15.8.1956
FIVE NOTES; SPECIMENS stamped in black, each with serial number of zeroes. Complete type set. Excellent collector opportunity.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banco de Angola
Lot #50310 - World Paper Money > Angola - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
95 500 Escudos 10.6.1962
Americo Tomas and Port of Luanda/two black rhinoceros. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; significantly better than most show.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Banco de Angola
Lot #50311 - World Paper Money > Azores - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
8b 2 1/2 Mil Reis 30.7.1909
Diagonal overprint upper right. Series BB; cute low serial number #00345. PCGS Europe terms this "Ch. VF 35 pressed, stains".
Grade: PCGS Europe Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal Moeda Insulana
Lot #50312 - World Paper Money > Azores - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
9 5 Mil Reis 30.1.1905
Three figures with arms/arms. Prefix H. PMG terms this "VF 30"; considerably better than most show.
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal Moeda Insulana
Lot #50313 - World Paper Money > Azores - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
11 10 Mil Reis 30.1.1905
Luis de Camoes, two figures and globe, and ships/Infante D. Henrique. Director signature different than Standard Catalog illustration; without ACORES between bars. Prefix H. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; by itself, the best of 12 examples on the population report. Simply spectacular.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal Moeda Insulana
Lot #50314 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
10b 10 Shillings L. 1936
Well underrated King George VI variety; only the second we have offered in nearly 18 years. Prefix A/4. WBG terms this "AU 55 TOP".
Grade: WBG AU 55 TOP    Bank Name: Bahamas Government
Lot #50315 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
13a; 13b; 13c; 13d 4; 4; 4; 4 Shillings ND (1953)
FOUR NOTES; all four signature combinations as choice originals in one lot! Queen Elizabeth II. Prefixes A/1, A/2, A/4, and A/6. Nothing below AU/UNC in group. Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: AU/UNC-UNC    Bank Name: Bahamas Government
Lot #50316 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
15b 1 Pound ND (1953)
Queen Elizabeth II. Prefix A/2. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Lovely.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Bahamas Government
Lot #50317 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
38a 10 Dollars L. 1974
Queen Elizabeth II/flamingos; Donaldson signature. Prefix J. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #50318 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
40b 50 Dollars L. 1974
Extremely difficult denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series; Allen signature. Prefix B. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; by itself, the best of twelve examples on the population report. Wonderful.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #50319 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
48a 50 Dollars L. 1974 (1984)
Key denomination for this Queen Elizabeth II series; Allen signature, prefix A. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 pinholes, small internal slit".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #50320 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
48b 50 Dollars L. 1974 (1984)
Smith signature for this very tough Queen Elizabeth II type. Prefix B. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; by itself, the best of only four examples on the population report. Sensational.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #50321 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 3,100.00 - $ 5,000.00)
56a 100 Dollars L. 1974 (1992)
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #000020! Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series/blue marlin. Prefix C. WBG terms this "UNC 61".
Grade: WBG UNC 61    Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas
Lot #50322 - World Paper Money > Barbados - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
2b 1 Dollar 1.12.1939
Neptune on seahorse cart and King George VI. WBG terms this "XF 40". Far better than most show.
Grade: WBG XF 40    Bank Name: Government of Barbados
Lot #50323 - World Paper Money > Barbados - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
2c 1 Dollar 1.1.1949
King George VI; key last date for type. WBG terms this "AU 53". Significantly better than most show.
Grade: WBG AU 53    Bank Name: Government of Barbados
Lot #50324 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1b 10 Francs 7.2.1896
Issued; punch cancelled. Child holding cornucopia/woman. Multiple pinholes; few tiny margin pieces missing. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Etat Independant du Congo
Lot #50325 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
2b 100 Francs 7.2.1896
Issued; punch cancelled. Woman seated holding caduceus and lion/woman. Multiple pinholes; marks; soiling. The first we have offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Etat Independant du Congo
Lot #50326 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
3B? 1 Franc 26.6.1920
SPECIMEN punch cancelled; regular serial number. Matadi branch. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #50327 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,125.00 - $ 1,750.00)
4? 5 Francs 2.4.1924
SPECIMEN (#351) stamped twice in red with printer's logos diagonally and vertical on face with black stamping on back; punch cancelled, without serial number. Printer's notations at top. Very tough ELISABETHVILLE type; woman with child/elephant-hippo. Wonderful opportunity.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #50328 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
15A 20 Francs 10.3.1942
DEUXIEME EMISSION. Longboat with seven oarsmen/men and elephants working. Minor margin spots. Scarce in purple as orange was made starting later the same year.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #50329 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
16a 50 Francs ND (ca. 1941)
Underrated and undated Series B. Woman/leopards. PMG terms this "AU 53 EPQ"; only two better of 13 on the population report.
Grade: PMG AU 53 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #50330 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
16s 50 Francs ND (ca. 1941)
SPECIMEN stamped; serial number of zeroes. Series C. Woman/leopards. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; seven better of 48 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #50331 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,500.00)
18s 500 Francs ND (1929)
SPECIMEN stamped twice diagonally in filled letters on face and once in hollow letters on back, all in red; punch cancelled over signatures and at left margin, serial number of zeroes. Very tough type in black; woman/elephants bathing. Highly elusive type in any form.
Grade: Abt. AU        Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #50332 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
18Aa 500 Francs ND (1941)
Very tough type in brown; woman/elephants bathing. Series 2. PCGS terms this "Fine 15 Apparent small edge tears at right". The first of this variety we have offered; excellent opportunity.
Grade: PCGS Fine 15 Apparent    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #50333 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 2,750.00 - $ 3,500.00)
19b 1000 Francs 10.4.1947
Last date of Warega fishermen/musicians type; Series C. This original has red writing at watermark area, slight foxing, few small spots, small center hole, and other signs of circulation. Not generally available on the market. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Abt. Fine    Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge
Lot #50334 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 1,850.00)
34? 500 Francs 1.9.1957
SPECIMEN (#3) stamped with printer's logos; serial number of zeroes. Second highest denomination of series. Ships dockside/transporting fruit. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 previously mounted"; tied with four others as the best of nine on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Congo Belge et de Ruanda-Urundi
Lot #50335 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,300.00 - $ 1,750.00)
34? 500 Francs 1.6.1959
SPECIMEN (#4) stamped with printer's logos; serial number of zeroes. Ships dockside/transporting fruit. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 previously mounted".
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Congo Belge et de Ruanda-Urundi
Lot #50336 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 1,850.00)
35? 1000 Francs 15.7.1958
SPECIMEN (#82) stamped; punch cancelled, serial number of zeroes. King Baudouin and Leopoldville/huts. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Congo Belge et de Ruanda-Urundi
Lot #50337 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,300.00 - $ 1,750.00)
35? 1000 Francs ND (ca. 1958)
SPECIMEN (#128) punch cancelled; English word. Face and back color trial green and multicolored; serial number of zeroes. King Baudouin and Leopoldville/huts. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Congo Belge et de Ruanda-Urundi
Lot #50338 - World Paper Money > Belgium - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
73 1000 Francs 5.1.1921
Larger size type. Napture and Amphitrite. Small hole at upper left; couple small repairs. The first we have offered.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banque Nationale de Belgique
Lot #50339 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
36a 10 Dollars 1.1.1974
Queen Elizabeth II; prefix A/1; first date for type. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Wonderful original.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of Belize
Lot #50340 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
37c 20 Dollars 1.1.1976
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. WBG terms this "UNC 62 TOP". This fairly modern type is becoming elusive in strong condition.
Grade: WBG UNC 62 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Belize
Lot #50341 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
4 10 Shillings 30.9.1927
Grade rarity! Arms, harbor at Saint George, and King George V/royal crest. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; by far the best example of 14 on the population report and the best we have offered.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50342 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
5 1 Pound 30.9.1927
Arms, Hamilton view, and King George V. This lovely original has fractional letter prefix B1. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50343 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
9 10 Shillings 12.5.1937
King George VI; earlier type in green. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50344 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
9? 10 Shillings 12.5.1937
ARCHIVE SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED; serial number #A 000001 at lower left and #K 100000 at upper right. Official notations at top margin. King George VI. Areas of slight residue on back. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: Abt. AU    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50345 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
11a 1 Pound 12.5.1937
King George VI; seldom offered single letter prefix. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ*"; only one better of seven on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ*    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50346 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
14 5 Shillings 17.2.1947
King George VI. WBG terms this "AU 55 TOP".
Grade: WBG AU 55 TOP    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50347 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
16 1 Pound 17.2.1947
King George VI. Small spot at bottom left. Overall pleasing original.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50348 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
21a 5 Pounds 20.10.1952
Queen Elizabeth II; first date. Series B/1. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ". Seldom offered so choice. For an appealing run of lower denominations, see Knight Live.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50349 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
21d 5 Pounds 1.10.1966
Queen Elizabeth II; prefix Q/1. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ". Lovely.
Grade: PCGS Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50350 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
22 10 Pounds 28.7.1964
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". Quite desirable.
Grade: PMG AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50351 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
23a; 24a; 25a; 26a; 27a 1; 5; 10; 20; 50 Dollars 6.2.1970
FIVE NOTES; complete type set with MATCHED LOW SERIAL #000030! Queen Elizabeth II; prefix A/1. PMG terms these "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; and "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Sensational collector opportunity.
Grade: PMG graded    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50352 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 450.00 - $ 750.00)
23a; 24a; 25a; 26a; 27a 1; 5; 10; 20; 50 Dollars 6.2.1970
FIVE NOTES; complete set with somewhat low MATCHED serial number #001160! Queen Elizabeth II; prefix A/1. PMG terms these "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; and "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ". Excellent collector opportunity.
Grade: PMG graded    Bank Name: Bermuda Government
Lot #50353 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
28b; 29b; 30b; 31c; 32b; 33a 1; 5; 10; 20; 50; 100 Dollars 2.1.1982; 2.1.1981
SIX NOTES; complete type set with all serial numbers ending in #528. Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms these "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; and "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ". Good collector opportunity.
Grade: PMG graded    Bank Name: Bermuda Monetary Authority
Lot #50354 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
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 difficult to find on the market. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Bermuda Monetary Authority
Lot #50355 - World Paper Money > Brazil - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
122As 500 Mil Reis 1923
SPECIMEN stamped MODELO twice in blue on face and back; punch cancelled, serial number of zeroes. Jose Bonifacio/city and trees. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63"; one of only six examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Banco do Brasil
Lot #50356 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 3,750.00 - $ 5,000.00)
4 10 Dollars 28.11.1950
Extremely difficult higher denomination from the King George VI series; prefix A/1. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group
Lot #50357 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 10,000.00)
6s 100 Dollars 28.11.1950
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes, prefix A/1. Highest denomination of the King George VI series. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58". Excessively difficult in any form.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group
Lot #50358 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 1,800.00 - $ 2,200.00)
7? 1 Dollar ND
SPECIMEN (#22) stamped in red on face and back color trial brown on reddish underprint back brown; punch cancelled at signatures area, without serial number. Map and Queen Elizabeth II/arms. Watermark sailing ship, so from the first and only date of 1953. Official notations at top on face and back. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". Seldom offered in this form.
Grade: PCGS Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group
Lot #50359 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
7? 1 Dollar ND
SPECIMEN (#258) stamped in red on face and back color trial brown on multicolored; punch cancelled at signatures area with serial number of zeroes. Queen Elizabeth II; later portrait watermark. Official notations at top margin. PCGS terms this "Gem New 65 PPQ".
Grade: PCGS Gem New 65 PPQ    Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group
Lot #50360 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
10as 10 Dollars 5.1.1953
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes, prefix A/2. Only date with sailing ship watermark. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group
Lot #50361 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
10b 10 Dollars 2.1.1959
Queen Elizabeth II; prefix E2. A few stains at bottom for this original. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group
Lot #50362 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 2,750.00 - $ 4,000.00)
11as 20 Dollars 5.1.1953
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes, split prefix A/2. Only date with sailing ship watermark. See next lot for specimen with prefix A/2 but later date and the other watermark. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group
Lot #50363 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 2,750.00 - $ 4,000.00)
11bs 20 Dollars 2.1.1957
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes, split prefix A/2. Later watermark variety. See prior lot for specimen with prefix A/2 but first date and earlier watermark. WBG terms this "AU 50 TOP".
Grade: WBG AU 50 TOP    Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group
Lot #50364 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
26b 5 Dollars 1.2.1952
King George VI; prefix C/3. PMG terms this "AU 55". A consecutive to this piece hammered for $4200 in November 2018.
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #50365 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
28a 1 Dollar 1.10.1958
Queen Elizabeth II; prefix G/3. Early date. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #50366 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
28c 1 Dollar 1.6.1970
Arms and Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ"; tied with one other as the best of 139 examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #50367 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
30s 5 Dollars ND
SPECIMEN (#23) stamped in red on face and back color trial in brown and multicolored; punch cancelled at signatures area, without serial number. Official notations top margin. Without signatures. The first we have offered as such.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #50368 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 2,100.00 - $ 2,500.00)
32b 20 Dollars 1.5.1965
Queen Elizabeth II; prefix E/1. PCGS terms this "VF 25". The first time we have offered this year date.
Grade: PCGS VF 25    Bank Name: Government of British Honduras
Lot #50369 - World Paper Money > British North Borneo - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
3 1 Dollar 1.7.1910
Larger size type. Mount Kinabalu. Few small holes and other signs of circulation. We have not previously offered this date. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: British North Borneo Company
Lot #50370 - World Paper Money > British North Borneo - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
4b 5 Dollars 1.12.1922
Large size; arms. Small pieces missing and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: British North Borneo Company
Lot #50371 - World Paper Money > British North Borneo - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
22 10 Dollars 1.1.1927
Standard Catalog plate note. Large size type. Mount Kinabalu; back blue-green. Small stains; small pieces missing top margin; margin roughness. Very difficult in any grade; good overall color.
Grade: Abt. Fine    Bank Name: British North Borneo Company
Lot #50372 - World Paper Money > British North Borneo - ($ 150.00 - $ 250.00)
28 1 Dollar 1.1.1936
Mount Kinabalu and arms. Prefix G. Soiling. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: British North Borneo Company
Lot #50373 - World Paper Money > British North Borneo - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
29 1 Dollar 1.7.1940
Arms. Prefix K. Few small holes; slight foxing. Overall strong example of the type.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: British North Borneo Company
Lot #50374 - World Paper Money > British West Africa - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
9s 10 Shillings 12.1.1955
SPECIMEN NOT VALID stamped diagonally in red on face and back; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Prefix A/A. River scene with palm trees/field workers. Quite appealing.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: West African Currency Board
Lot #50375 - World Paper Money > Brunei - ($ 950.00 - $ 1,250.00)
19? 1000 Ringgit 1989
SPECIMEN stamped with that word and CONTOH in red hollow letters on face and back; serial number of zeroes, prefix B/1. Beautiful high denomination with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah I/waterfront village. The first time we have offered this type in this form.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Negara Brunei Darussalam
Lot #50376 - World Paper Money > Burma - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
46s2; 47s2; 48s2; 49s?; 50s?; 51s? 1; 5; 10; 20; 50; 100 Kyats ND (1958)
SIX NOTES; SPECIMENS (#17; 19; 25; 25; 10; 22) with two printer's logos stamped in red on face and back; each punch cancelled at signatures area with serial number of zeroes. Complete type set. Each with slight residue down right on back; from album removal. The first time we have offered this set in this form.
Grade: Avg. AU    Bank Name: Union Bank of Burma
Lot #50377 - World Paper Money > Burundi - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
26? 5000 Francs 1.4.1968
SPECIMEN (#12) stamped three times in black on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. President Micombero/loading dockside. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; only one better of a mere four on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Banque de la Republique du Burundi
Lot #50378 - World Paper Money > Cambodia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
3Aa 50 Riels ND (1956)
Highest denomination of series. Terrific French printed design, with this example a wonderful original with excellent color; far and away the key to this country for general issue notes.
Grade: Ch. VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Cambodge
Lot #50379 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 5,500.00)
1a; 1b 5; 5 Mark 12.8.1914
TWO NOTES; key type to country, without and with "X" and stamping on face. The note without "X" with slight margin roughness. Excellent comparison pair.
Grade: Fine; Ch. VF/XF    Bank Name: Kaiserliches Government
Lot #50380 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 8,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
8; 9 5000; 5000 Francs ND
TWO NOTES; the key difference between these two similar looking types is without and with English words at lower left. President Ahidjo/colorful floral design, forest, and fruit. The note with English with several pinholes and margin nick. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine/VF; Fine    Bank Name: Republique du Cameroun Banque Centrale
Lot #50381 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 1,050.00 - $ 1,350.00)
10? 100 Francs ND (1962)
SPECIMEN (#0332) perforated stamped in black; serial number and block number of zeroes. President of Cameroun and rock formations/ships. Choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Republique Federale du Cameroun, Banque Centrale
Lot #50382 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
12 1000 Francs ND (1962)
Workers on face and back. Great color. Pressed.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Republique Federale du Cameroun, Banque Centrale
Lot #50383 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
46b/BC-9b 20 Dollars 1935
Princess Elizabeth; small seal. Moderate soiling. Quite scarce.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Bank of Canada
Lot #50384 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 8,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
73s/BC-36S 1000 Dollars 1954
SPECIMEN (#0119) stamped and perforated; serial number of zeroes, prefix A/K. Queen Elizabeth II with "devil" in hair. Highest denomination of series. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". The first we have ever offered.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Bank of Canada
Lot #50385 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
83d/BC-44d 1000 Dollars 1954
Highest denomination of Queen Elizabeth II series with modified hair style. Lawson-Bouey signatures; prefix A/K. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ".
Grade: PCGS Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Bank of Canada
Lot #50386 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
100a/BC-61a 1000 Dollars 1988
Highest denomination of this lovely Queen Elizabeth II series. Pine Grosbeak pair on back. Prefix EKA. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Bank of Canada
Lot #50387 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
S1834a 5 Dollars 1.12.1883
Any types from this bank are extraordinarily challenging. Farm tools and produce, Taylor, and dog on strongbox. Several internal slits; margin pieces missing. The first time we have offered this very tough type.
Grade: Good    Bank Name: Bank of London in Canada
Lot #50388 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
1 500 Francs ND (1974)
Initial denomination of Bokassa series and landscape center/chemical testing. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ"; by itself one of the best on the population report.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50389 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1? 500 Francs ND (1974)
SPECIMEN (#0223) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Bokassa. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; best on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50390 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
2 1000 Francs ND (1974)
Rhinoceros, water buffalo, and President Bokassa/mask, transportation, and statue. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ". See next lot for CONSECUTIVE from completely different source!
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50391 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
2 1000 Francs ND (1974)
Rhinoceros, water buffalo, and President Bokassa/mask, transportation, and statue. See prior lot for CONSECUTIVE.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50392 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
2? 1000 Francs ND (1974)
SPECIMEN (#0223) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Rhinoceros, water buffalo, and President Bokassa. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; best on the population report.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50393 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
3a 5000 Francs ND (1974)
Field workers, combine, and Bokassa/mask, buildings, and statue. Tough earlier signature.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50394 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
3b 5000 Francs ND (1974)
Field workers, combine, and Bokassa/mask, buildings, and statue. Signature 6. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ". Seldom offered.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50395 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
3? 5000 Francs ND (1974)
SPECIMEN (#0170) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Field workers, combine, and Bokassa/mask, buildings, and statue. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; best on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50396 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
4 10,000 Francs ND (1976)
Highest denomination of Bokassa Republique series; a key type for country. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; best on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50397 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
4? 10,000 Francs ND (1976)
SPECIMEN (#0170) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of Bokassa Republique series. PMG terms this "AU 55 NET internal tear"; best on the population report.
Grade: PMG AU 55 NET    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50398 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
6 1000 Francs 1.4.1978
Animals and Emperor Bokassa. Significantly tougher as the "Empire" issue. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Empire Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50399 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
7 5000 Francs ND (1979)
Field workers and Bokassa/mask, building, and statue. Extremely difficult second highest denomination. PMG terms this "XF 40". Seldom offered.
Grade: PMG XF 40    Bank Name: Empire Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50400 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
8 10,000 Francs ND (1978)
Highest denomination of Bokassa series with Empire name as part of issuing authority. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". We have not offered an example this choice in several years.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Empire Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50401 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
11 5000 Francs 1.1.1980
Appealing large type, particularly so choice. Girl and village scene/carving, airplane, and train crossing bridge. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale
Lot #50402 - World Paper Money > Ceylon - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
51 5 Rupees 3.6.1952
Queen Elizabeth II; earlier type in purple. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; only six better of 83 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ceylon
Lot #50403 - World Paper Money > Chile - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
S344a 10 Pesos 1890
Very tough issued note. Woman with child, calf, and cows/woman with sheaf. PCGS Europe terms this "VF 20 pinholes, tears, stains".
Grade: PCGS Europe VF 20    Bank Name: Banco del Nuble
Lot #50404 - World Paper Money > Colombia - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
S336 10 Centavos 1.1.1882
Dog on safe. PCGS Europe terms this "AU 55". We have not offered this type for several years.
Grade: PCGS Europe AU 55    Bank Name: Banco de Cartagena
Lot #50405 - World Paper Money > Colombia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
S809r 5 Pesos = 5 Dollars 188x
George Washington. Not issued. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 pinhole"; tied with one other as the best of four examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Banco de la Republica
Lot #50406 - World Paper Money > Colombia - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S867b 5 Pesos 1900
Paddle wheel steamer and allegorical woman. PMG terms this "Fine 12 with 'Moneda Legal, Enero de 1888' stamp on face, trimmed"; tied with the only other example on the population report.
Grade: PMG Fine 12    Bank Name: Banco Union
Lot #50407 - World Paper Money > Congo Democratic Republic - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 5,000.00)
3s 5000 Francs 1.12.1963
SPECIMEN (#36) stamped in red on face and back; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. African woman/oarsman. Tinge of foxing; couple stains on back; top center margin tear repair. Tough in any form.
Grade: Abt. AU        Bank Name: Conseil Monetaire de la Republique du Congo
Lot #50408 - World Paper Money > Congo Republic - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,250.00)
2a? 500 Francs ND (1974)
SPECIMEN (#0228) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Signature 5. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; two better of seven on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Populaire du Congo Banque Centrale
Lot #50409 - World Paper Money > Congo Republic - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,250.00)
3a? 1000 Francs ND (1974)
SPECIMEN (#0227) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Signature 3. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with three others as the best of six on the population report.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Populaire du Congo Banque Centrale
Lot #50410 - World Paper Money > Congo Republic - ($ 1,100.00 - $ 1,350.00)
4a? 5000 Francs ND (1974)
SPECIMEN (#0174) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Man and water scene/mask, buildings, and statue. Signature 3. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Republique Populaire du Congo Banque Centrale
Lot #50411 - World Paper Money > Congo Republic - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
6a? 5000 Francs ND (1984)
SPECIMEN (#0232) stamped in hollow black letters and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Mask and woman/plowing and mine ore conveyor. Earlier signature 12. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Republique Populaire du Congo Banque Centrale
Lot #50412 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 3,750.00 - $ 4,500.00)
180a 5 Colones 31.10.1936
Coffee bean workers. PMG terms this "XF 40 EPQ". The first time we have offered this date.
Grade: PMG XF 40 EPQ    Bank Name: Banco Internacional de Costa Rica
Lot #50413 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 8,000.00 - $ 12,000.00)
66a 2 Pesos ND (1905)
Not issued. Series A. Gomez/fortress. WBG terms this "UNC 62". Incredible opportunity.
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Cuba
Lot #50414 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 5,750.00 - $ 8,000.00)
67 5 Pesos ND (1905)
J. Montes/fortress. Unissued. PMG terms this "AU 53"; one of only six examples on the population report and the first we have offered.
Grade: PMG AU 53    Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Cuba
Lot #50415 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 3,150.00 - $ 4,000.00)
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 #50416 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
20 1 Shilling 25.8.1947
King George VI; last date for type. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of Cyprus
Lot #50417 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
24 1 Pound 1.11.1950
King George VI. Slight foxing; light soiling along folds on back. Quality original. We have seldom offered this scarce date.
Grade: VF        Bank Name: Government of Cyprus
Lot #50418 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 2,750.00)
26 3 Piastres on 1 Shilling ND (1943-old date 30.8.1941)
Overprint on 1 Shilling King George VI. Numeral "3" in all four corners on face and back. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 NET minor foreign substance"; only two better of 13 on the population report. The best example we have offered.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 NET    Bank Name: Government of Cyprus
Lot #50419 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 750.00 - $ 900.00)
30 5 Shillings 1.9.1952
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "VF 25 NET repaired".
Grade: PMG VF 25 NET    Bank Name: Government of Cyprus
Lot #50420 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
33a 250 Mils 1.3.1960
Queen Elizabeth II. Very scarce last date for type which we have offered only a couple of times prior. Solid original.
Grade: Ch. Fine/VF    Bank Name: Government of Cyprus
Lot #50421 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 750.00 - $ 900.00)
40a 5 Pounds 1.12.1961
Highest denomination of series. Scarcer than the similar later type in blue. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Republic of Cyprus
Lot #50422 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
41a?; 42a?; 44a? 250; 500 Mils; 5 Pounds 1.12.1964; 1.12.1964; 1.9.1967
THREE NOTES; SPECIMENS perforated with serial numbers of zeroes. Official notations indicating "revised design" at top margin. We have not previously offered these types as such.
Grade: AU/UNC; AU/UNC; XF/AU    Bank Name: Central Bank of Cyprus
Lot #50423 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 1,050.00 - $ 1,350.00)
43a 1 Pound 1.8.1966
Very tough 1966 date. Outstanding original.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Central Bank of Cyprus
Lot #50424 - World Paper Money > Dahomey - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 2,750.00)
1b .50 Franc D. 1917
Dahomey is a more difficult location for these issues. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 55 pinholes; minor rust".
Grade: PCGS Ch. Abt. New 55    Bank Name: Gouvernement General de I'A.O.F.
Lot #50425 - World Paper Money > Danzig - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
65 50 Gulden 5.2.1937
The "Vorlaubenhaus" (building)/allegorical man. Not shown in Standard Catalog. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Bank von Danzig
Lot #50426 - World Paper Money > Djibouti - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
17? 500 Francs ND (ca. 1945)
ANNULE stamped; punch cancelled with regular serial number. Swords and spears on back. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 55 pinholes at left".
Grade: PCGS Ch. Abt. New 55    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine
Lot #50427 - World Paper Money > Djibouti - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
19A? 100 Francs ND (1946)
SPECIMEN (#158 hand written at lower right on back) perforated; serial number of zeroes. Woman and farmer plowing/miners and man. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine
Lot #50428 - World Paper Money > Djibouti - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
23 50 Centimes 30.11.1919
Scarce emergency issue; signatures Chanel and La Fay. ICG terms this "AU/UNC 60* two small paper thins from mounting on reverse".
Grade: ICG AU/UNC 60*    Bank Name: Chambre de Commerce de Djibouti
Lot #50429 - World Paper Money > Djibouti - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
27? 500 Francs ND (1952)
SPECIMEN (#0012) stamped and perforated; serial number and block number of zeroes. Ships/antelope. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with the only other example on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Tresor Public, Cote Francaise des Somalis
Lot #50430 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
2 5 Rupees 1.5.1916
Mombasa issue; early non-portrait uniface. Pressed; few spots; multiple pinholes, particularly at upper left. We are pleased to offer a sensational collection from East Africa.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Government of the East Africa Protectorate
Lot #50431 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,500.00)
7 1 Rupee 7.4.1920
The only denomination issued for this King George V Rupee series. The more available 1 Florin type is dated less than one month later. PMG terms this "VF 30 pinholes"; third of only five examples on the population report. Seldom offered.
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50432 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 10,000.00 - $ 20,000.00)
10 10 Florins = 1 Pound 1.5.1920
When I first saw this note, I had to remind myself to keep breathing. King George V stunner. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 good color"; far better than the only other example (VF 20) on the population report. The first I have ever seen and what a first! A masterpiece for the best collections.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50433 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
11s 20 Florins = 2 Pounds 1.5.1920
ARCHIVE SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED; serial numbers #A/1 00001 at upper left center and #A/1 100000 at upper right center. Next in this outstanding King George V series; rare in any form. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 good color, printer's annotations"; better than the only other example on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50434 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
27 1 Shilling 1.1.1943
SERIAL NUMBER #00002. King George VI.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50435 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 175.00 - $ 300.00)
28a 5 Shillings 1.7.1941
King George VI. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: PMG AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50436 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 300.00 - $ 450.00)
28A 5 Shillings 1.8.1942
King George VI; tough Indian style serial number type. Tiny center hole; light soiling.
Grade: Abt. Fine    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50437 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 175.00 - $ 300.00)
29a 10 Shillings 1.1.1938
King George VI. The first time we have offered this scarce earlier date. PMG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50438 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
29b 10 Shillings 1.9.1943
King George VI. PMG terms this "AU 50". Underrated denomination.
Grade: PMG AU 50    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50439 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
30A 20 Shillings = 1 Pound 1.8.1942
King George VI; tough Indian style serial number type. Small margin tear at bottom; areas of soiling on back.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50440 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
30b 20 Shillings = 1 Pound 1.9.1950
King George VI. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Only two numbers away from the next lot.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50441 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
30b 20 Shillings = 1 Pound 1.9.1950
King George VI. Only two numbers apart from the prior lot. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with only one other as the best of 32 on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50442 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
31b 100 Shillings = 5 Pounds 1.9.1943
King George VI; prefix B/10. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50443 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
31b 100 Shillings = 5 Pounds 1.9.1950
King George VI; prefix C/8. PMG terms this "AU 53". We have offered this date only once prior and this example is in considerably better condition.
Grade: PMG AU 53    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50444 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 100.00 - $ 200.00)
33 5 Shillings 1.10.1957
Queen Elizabeth II; last date for type. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 previously mounted".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50445 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 100.00 - $ 200.00)
34 10 Shillings 1.4.1954
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50446 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 175.00 - $ 300.00)
34 10 Shillings 1.10.1957
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50447 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 100.00 - $ 200.00)
35 20 Shillings = 1 Pound 1.1.1955
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "XF 40 EPQ".
Grade: PMG XF 40 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50448 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
36 100 Shillings = 5 Pounds 1.1.1955
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50449 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 75.00 - $ 150.00)
37 5 Shillings ND (1958-60)
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ".
Grade: PMG AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50450 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 150.00 - $ 250.00)
38 10 Shillings ND (1958-60)
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50451 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 200.00 - $ 400.00)
39 20 Shillings ND (1958-60)
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50452 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
40a 100 Shillings ND (1958-60)
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45".
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50453 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 150.00 - $ 250.00)
41a 5 Shillings ND (1961)
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50454 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 100.00 - $ 200.00)
42b 10 Shillings ND (1962-63)
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: PMG AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50455 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 50.00 - $ 100.00)
43a 20 Shillings ND (1961)
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50456 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
43b 20 Shillings ND (1962-63)
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with only one other as the best of 27 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50457 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
44b 100 Shillings ND (1962-63)
Highest denomination in this Queen Elizabeth II series. Adu signature top left. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; by itself, the best of 23 examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50458 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 125.00 - $ 225.00)
45 5 Shillings ND (1964)
Initial denomination of the "lakes" issue; prefix Q. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50459 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
45? 5 Shillings ND (1964)
SPECIMEN (#42) stamped in red on face and back color trial in orange and multicolored; punch cancelled at signatures area, with neither serial number nor signatures. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50460 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
46a 10 Shillings ND (1964)
From the "lakes" issue. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ as made ink"; only one better of 30 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50461 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
47a 20 Shillings ND (1964)
Part of the "lakes" issue. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of 37 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50462 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 100.00 - $ 200.00)
48a 100 Shillings ND (1964)
Highest denomination of the "lakes" issue. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: East African Currency Board
Lot #50463 - World Paper Money > East Caribbean States - ($ 4,800.00 - $ 6,500.00)
16f 100 Dollars ND (1965)
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. Signature 9. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". Lovely.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: East Caribbean Currency Authority
Lot #50464 - World Paper Money > East Caribbean States - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
25l1 100 Dollars ND (1988-93)
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series with Anguilla name on map. First signature for St. Lucia piece. Lightly flattened. Still, overall appealing.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Eastern Caribbean Central Bank
Lot #50465 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S101s 1 Sucre ND (1914-21)
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled at signatures area with serial number of zeroes. Without signatures. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Banco del Azuay
Lot #50466 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S102s 2 Sucres ND (1914-20)
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled at signatures area with serial number of zeroes. Without signatures. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Banco del Azuay
Lot #50467 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S103s 5 Sucres ND (1920-24)
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled at signatures area with serial number of zeroes. Without signatures. WBG terms this "UNC 62 small margin cut".
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Banco del Azuay
Lot #50468 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S104s 10 Sucres ND (1917-20)
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled at left signature area with serial number of zeroes. Without signatures. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Banco del Azuay
Lot #50469 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S222s 1 Sucre ND (1920-24)
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red; punch cancelled at signatures areas with serial number of zeroes. Without signatures. CAPITAL 1,500,000 in plate at top center. Series Ab. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Banco del Pichincha
Lot #50470 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S272? 2 Sucres ND (ca. 1921)
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red; punch cancelled at signatures areas with serial number of zeroes. Series B. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Compania de Credito Agricola e Industrial
Lot #50471 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
S274? 10 Sucres ND (ca. 1921)
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled at signatures areas with serial number of zeroes. Series D. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". The first we have offered in any form.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Compania de Credito Agricola e Industrial
Lot #50472 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 10,000.00 - $ 15,000.00)
5? 50 Pounds 1.10.1912
ARCHIVE SPECIMEN perforated with serial number #F/9 70001 at lower left and #75000 at far right center; not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. Philae Temple. Official notations at top left. From the spectacular first paper money series; any denomination, any form are all RARE. Sensational opportunity.
Grade: Ch. XF/AU    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #50473 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 6,750.00 - $ 8,500.00)
14s 10 Pounds 8.1.1915
ARCHIVE SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED; serial number #X/4 050001 at bottom left and #X/4 075000 at lower right center. Mosque of Sultan Qala'un and Cairo street. Without signatures. PCGS Europe terms this "Gem UNC 65 OPQ ink annotations".
Grade: PCGS Europe Gem UNC 65 OPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt
Lot #50474 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
158 5 Piastres 27.5.1917
Although not issued, this example with serial number #899083. Blue on green back. PGCS terms this "New 62 edge cut at bottom right". Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: PCGS New 62    Bank Name: Egyptian Government Currency Note
Lot #50475 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
164 5 Piastres 1940
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #000003; prefix Y/3. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Egyptian Government Currency Note
Lot #50476 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,900.00 - $ 5,000.00)
169s 5 Piastres L. 1940
First Queen Nefertiti type; color trial in purple with light brown underprint/darker brown with light brown underprint on back, without serial number. Extremely rare; initial denomination of the only series with the Egyptian Royal Government heading on face, obliterated watermark. King Farouk abdicated in 1952 and his young son Ahmed Fuad II tried to take power. However, the military regime did not let this happen and the title was therefore changed to Egyptian State, seen with the following series. We offer a transition 10 Piastres with this later heading several lots later. Signature of Abdul Gueleel El Emery on back. Choice original. We are pleased to offer nine different examples of early Egyptian Currency Notes, two 5 Piastres and seven 10 Piastres, none of which are listed in the Egyptian reference by Hanafy and Mehilba. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". An incredible unprecedented public offering, starting with this lot.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note Royal Government of Egypt
Lot #50477 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,900.00 - $ 5,000.00)
169s 5 Piastres L. 1940
First Queen Nefertiti type; color trial in brown with slightly darker brown underprint than the prior 5 Piastres/green with light brown underprint on back, without serial number. Extremely rare; initial denomination of the only series with the Egyptian Royal Government heading on face, obliterated watermark. Signature of Abdul Gueleel El Emery on back. Strong original and amazing comparison piece with previous lot.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note Royal Government of Egypt
Lot #50478 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
169As 10 Piastres L. 1940
First type with group of people and early flag; color trial in green with light orange underprint/brown with blue underprint on back, without serial number. Extremely rare; second and highest denomination of the only series with the Egyptian Royal Government heading on face, obliterated watermark. Signature of Abdul Gueleel El Emery on back. WBG terms this "UNC 63 TOP".
Grade: WBG UNC 63 TOP    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note Royal Government of Egypt
Lot #50479 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,900.00 - $ 5,000.00)
169As 10 Piastres L. 1940
First type with group of people and early flag; color trial in green with light orange underprint/purple with light green underprint on back, without serial number. Extremely rare; second and highest denomination of the only series with the Egyptian Royal Government heading on face, obliterated watermark. Signature of Abdul Gueleel El Emery on back. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note Royal Government of Egypt
Lot #50480 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,900.00 - $ 5,000.00)
169As 10 Piastres L. 1940
First type with group of people and early flag; color trial in darker green with light orange underprint/blue with light green underprint on back, without serial number. Extremely rare; second and highest denomination of the only series with the Egyptian Royal Government heading on face, obliterated watermark. Signature of Abdul Gueleel El Emery on back. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note Royal Government of Egypt
Lot #50481 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
169As 10 Piastres L. 1940
First type with group of people and early flag; color trial in dark blue with tan underprint/brown with blue underprint on back, without serial number. Extremely rare; second and highest denomination of the only series with the Egyptian Royal Government heading on face, obliterated watermark. Signature of Abdul Gueleel El Emery on back. WBG terms this "UNC 62".
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note Royal Government of Egypt
Lot #50482 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
169As 10 Piastres L. 1940
First type with group of people and early flag; color trial in brighter blue with tan underprint/gray with light brown underprint on back, without serial number. Extremely rare; second and highest denomination of the only series with the Egyptian Royal Government heading on face, obliterated watermark. Signature of Abdul Gueleel El Emery on back. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note Royal Government of Egypt
Lot #50483 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
169As 10 Piastres L. 1940
First type with group of people and early flag; color trial in gray with red-brown underprint/black with red underprint on back, without serial number. Extremely rare; second and highest denomination of the only series with the Egyptian Royal Government heading on face, obliterated watermark. Signature of Abdul Gueleel El Emery on back. Writing (appears to be signature?) at watermark area. WBG terms this UNC 62.
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note Royal Government of Egypt
Lot #50484 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
170 5 Piastres 1940 (1952)
Obliterated King Farouk watermark at left; series Y/9. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note
Lot #50485 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 6,000.00)
171? 10 Piastres L. 1940
Second and unlisted type with group of people and early flag; issue color of gray with red-brown underprint/black with red underprint on back, serial number BLOCK #555555, prefix R/9! While this piece has an obliterated watermark, it is different than Standard Catalog #171 because of different placement of prefix at upper center rather than at lower left so possible transition note. Heading of Egyptian State on face. Signature of Abdul Gueleel El Emery on back. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Certainly compelling, possibly unique.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note Egyptian State
Lot #50486 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
172 5 Piastres 1940 (1952)
Similar to previous, but different heading at top. Last type with obliterated Farouk watermark; series B/10. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Egyptian Currency Note
Lot #50487 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
75a 1 Colon 4.9.1941
Allegorical woman reclining/Columbus. Series C. Back date 3.2.1943. WBG terms this "UNC 62".
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador
Lot #50488 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
75a 1 Colon 14.1.1943
Series D. Back date 5.1.1944. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador
Lot #50489 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
76a 2 Colones 19.3.1942
Next in the allegorical woman/Columbus series. Series B. Back date 4.1.1943. WBG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: WBG VF 30    Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador
Lot #50490 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
77s 5 Colones 31.8.1934
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Next in this allegorical series. Series A. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador
Lot #50491 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 750.00 - $ 950.00)
78a 10 Colones 31.8.1934
Next in the allegorical woman/Columbus series. Fairly low serial #017835. Back date 2.7.1935; Series A. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador
Lot #50492 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
79s 25 Colones 31.8.1934
Specimen stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Series A. Printer's notation. WBG terms this "AU 55 staple holes".
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador
Lot #50493 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,000.00)
80s 100 Colones 31.8.1934
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Tougher first date. Highest denomination of this allegorical issue; Series A. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador
Lot #50494 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
80s 100 Colones 9.2.1937
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Series B. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador
Lot #50495 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 700.00 - $ 900.00)
109a 5 Colones 20.6.1967
COMMEMORATIVE; reportedly made for bicentennial of birth of Jose Canas. Back date 3.6.1968. Modern rarity, especially in higher grades. WBG terms this "AU 50".
Grade: WBG AU 50    Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador
Lot #50496 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S177a? 10 Pesos 1.1.1893
First issue; for Santa Ana. Couple pinholes; few small spots. Extremely difficult issued note.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Banco Occidental
Lot #50497 - World Paper Money > Equatorial African States - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
1e 100 Francs ND (1961-62)
Code symbol * for Cameroun; extremely difficult type WITHOUT English text at upper right. Easily confused with the type WITH English text at upper right, this piece is considerably scarcer. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". We have offered this only a couple times prior and this example is by far the best we have had.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique Equatoriale et du Cameroun
Lot #50498 - World Paper Money > Equatorial African States - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
2 100 Francs ND (1961-62)
General Ebouie. Code symbol * at lower right for Cameroun; English text at upper right. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; by itself, the second best example of six on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique Equatoriale et du Cameroun
Lot #50499 - World Paper Money > Equatorial African States - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
6b 5000 Francs ND (1963)
High denomination; code letter B for Central African Republic. Girl and village scene/carving, train, and man. PMG terms this "AU 53"; the better of a scant two examples on the population report. Extremely difficult in this grade; phenomenal opportunity.
Grade: PMG AU 53    Bank Name: Banque Centrale Etats de l'Afrique Equatoriale
Lot #50500 - World Paper Money > Equatorial African States - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
7s 10,000 Francs ND (1968)
SPECIMEN (#0236); stamped in black and perforated vertically at right, serial number of zeroes. Scarce with watermark. Highest denomination of series. Arms, Rock Hotel in Bangui and President Bokassa. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ"; only five examples on the population report. Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: PMG AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque Centrale Etats de l'Afrique Equatoriale
Lot #50501 - World Paper Money > Equatorial African States - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
7? 10,000 Francs ND (1968)
Fully printed proof; without watermark. Highest denomination of series. Arms, Rock Hotel in Bangui and President Bokassa. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Always desirable so choice in any form and great comparison piece with previous lot.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque Centrale Etats de l'Afrique Equatoriale
Lot #50502 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
7 5 Thalers 1.5.1932
Kudu. Pressed. Still, with excellent color considerably better than most show.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #50503 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 1,100.00 - $ 1,300.00)
8 10 Thalers 29.4.1933
Leopard; prefix B/2. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #50504 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
9 50 Thalers 1.5.1932
Lion; RADAR SERIAL NUMBER #10001 with prefix C/1. PMG terms this "VF 25 pinholes, minor rust".
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #50505 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
10 100 Thalers 1.5.1932
Elephant; prefix D/1. PMG terms this "VF 25 pinholes".
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #50506 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
18s; 19s; 20s; 21s; 22s; 23s; 24s 1; 5; 10; 20; 50; 100; 500 Dollars ND (1961)
SEVEN NOTES. SPECIMENS stamped in red on face and back; punch cancelled with serial numbers of zeroes. Complete type set. Excellent opportunity.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: State Bank of Ethiopia
Lot #50507 - World Paper Money > European Union - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
7s 500 Euro 2002
Prefix "S" (Italy). Signature Duisenberg. PCGS terms this "Very Choice New 64 PPQ".
Grade: PCGS Very Choice New 64 PPQ    Bank Name: European Central Bank
Lot #50508 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 26,000.00 - $ 35,000.00)
8 100 Kroner 1.10.1940
The higher denomination from the rare two note set from 1940. Ram's head. No examples listed in WWII Remembered. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 EPQ"; the only example listed on the population report. Exquisite condition for this excessively difficult type.
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45 EPQ        Bank Name: Faeroerne
Lot #50509 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
A1A? 5 Shillings 25.7.1913
Unlisted date; prefix B. Uniface. Perforated left margin. The professional conservation done for this piece is truly astounding. Classic rarity!
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands
Lot #50510 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
4 10 Shillings 19.5.1938
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands
Lot #50511 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
5 1 Pound 19.5.1938
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands
Lot #50512 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
7a 10 Shillings 10.4.1960
Queen Elizabeth II. WBG terms this "UNC 62".
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands
Lot #50513 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
9a 5 Pounds 10.4.1960
Scarce first date for Queen Elizabeth II type; from the last larger size series. Prefix C. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands
Lot #50514 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
9b 5 Pounds 30.1.1975
Queen Elizabeth II. Five digit serial number; prefix C. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands
Lot #50515 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
11a 10 Pounds 5.6.1975
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #00011, the first we have ever offered for this type. Highest denomination of Queen Elizabeth II series; tough first date. Prefix A. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands
Lot #50516 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
NL 10 Dollars 1.1.1872
Uniface; arms. Made for the Kingdom of Fiji. Denomination and date by hand; low serial number 57. Slight foxing; several spots on back. Seldom offered.
Grade: Ch. Fine/VF    Bank Name: Fijian Government Debenture
Lot #50517 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
16 10 Dollars 1.7.1872
CR monogram and arms; uniface. Pen cancelled; without signature. WBG terms this "VF 30 staple holes".
Grade: WBG VF 30    Bank Name: Treasury Note Levuka
Lot #50518 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
17b 25 Dollars 21.6.1873
Next denomination of series; cancelled by three stampings. Clarkson signature. LOW SERIAL NUMBER #368. Few light stains. Quite scarce.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Treasury Note Levuka
Lot #50519 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
18b 50 Dollars 20.11.1872
Next and highest denomination of series; cancelled by three stampings. Clarkson signature. LOW SERIAL NUMBER #138. Few small spots; foxing. Seldom offered.
Grade: Abt. Fine    Bank Name: Treasury Note Levuka
Lot #50520 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 25,000.00 - $ 35,000.00)
46b 5 Pounds ND
Extremely difficult World War II classic. Overprint on type with kiwi and Maori Chief Tawhiao; prefix 5K. Small pink spot at left margin on back for this original. Only five examples with prefix 5K listed in WW II Remembered including this piece; that source states only 30,997 issued. Rarely offered.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Government of Fiji
Lot #50521 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
52d 10 Shillings 1.9.1964
Later date for Queen Elizabeth II type; prefix C/8. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP"; looks every bit the "66" and quite possibly even better. Absolutely lovely; very likely among the best known.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Fiji
Lot #50522 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
53i 1 Pound 1.1.1967
Queen Elizabeth II; prefix C/23. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Lovely.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Fiji
Lot #50523 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
54d 5 Pounds 1.12.1962
Queen Elizabeth II; split prefix C/2. Wonderful original with outstanding color.
Grade: Ch. VF/XF    Bank Name: Government of Fiji
Lot #50524 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
54e 5 Pounds 20.1.1964
Queen Elizabeth II; underrated date with split prefix C/2. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35"; with terrific margins, only two better of 11 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Government of Fiji
Lot #50525 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
103a 2000 Dollars 2000
Prefix Y2K. COMMEMORATIVE; text at upper left states "Commemorating the year 2000 where the millennium begins". Large size, dynamic type. The back design is particularly sensational. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; bested by only one of 24 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Fiji
Lot #50526 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 8,200.00 - $ 12,000.00)
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: PMG VF 25        Bank Name: Finlands Bank
Lot #50527 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
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: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Finlands Bank
Lot #50528 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 4,200.00 - $ 7,000.00)
2? 5; 5; 5 Markkaa 1897
THREE NOTE SHEET; uniface face proofs, punch cancelled without serial number. Vertical format. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 NET paper pull". Terrific examples.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 NET    Bank Name: Finlands Bank
Lot #50529 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 17,000.00 - $ 22,000.00)
8? 500; 500 Markkaa 1898
TWO NOTE SHEET; uniface face proofs, punch cancelled with neither serial number nor signatures. Highest denomination of series. PCGS terms this "Abt. New 53 PPQ". Phenomenal opportunity.
Grade: PCGS Abt. New 53 PPQ        Bank Name: Finlands Bank
Lot #50530 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 1,800.00 - $ 2,500.00)
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". Seldom offered.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Koylio Camp No. 1
Lot #50531 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 3,750.00 - $ 5,000.00)
56b 25 Francs 3.12.1870
Early, extremely difficult type. Hand written serial number at upper left and lower right. Clermont-Ferrand printing. PMG terms this "Ch. Fine 15 tears"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. Fine 15    Bank Name: Banque de France
Lot #50532 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
74? 20 Francs 30.10.1917
Uniface face and back proof each side stamped SPECIMEN in black; regular serial number. Bayard/farmer with scythe. Without watermark. Choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque de France
Lot #50533 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 20,000.00 - $ 30,000.00)
101A 500 Francs 00.0.0000
SPECIMEN; serial number, block number, and date of zeroes. Terrific type with Colbert with globe and statue of Mercury/dockside scene and allegorical figure. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ".
Grade: PCGS Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Banque de France
Lot #50534 - World Paper Money > French Antilles - ($ 2,150.00 - $ 3,000.00)
4? 5 Nouveaux Francs on 500 Francs ND (1961)
Proof fully printed; serial number and block number of zeroes. Without watermark. Provisional type with denomination overprint. Sailboat and two women/men with carts. PCGS terms this "Superb Gem New 67 PPQ". Very scarce in any form.
Grade: PCGS Superb Gem New 67 PPQ    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise
Lot #50535 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
34s 1000 Francs ND (1957)
SPECIMEN (#204) perforated at right; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. Woman with cocoa harvest/man picking cotton. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58"; only eight examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'Afrique Equatoriale Francaise et du Cameroun
Lot #50536 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
1 25 Centimes L. 29.12.1919
Women leaning on arch/helmeted heads. Made in San Francisco. Red serial number. WBG terms this "UNC 62 pinholes".
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Chambre de Commerce des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50537 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 50.00 - $ 100.00)
1 25 Centimes L. 29.12.1919
Women leaning on arch/helmeted heads. Black serial number. Various signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Chambre de Commerce des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50538 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
2 50 Centimes L. 29.12.1919
Women leaning on arch/helmeted heads. Black serial number. WBG terms this "UNC 62 pinholes".
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Chambre de Commerce des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50539 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
2 50 Centimes L. 29.12.1919
Woman leaning on arch/helmeted heads. Red serial number. Light stains.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Chambre de Commerce des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50540 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
3 1 Franc L. 29.12.1919
Woman leaning on arch/helmeted heads. Black serial number. Lightly flattened; couple small holes at left; streaks/soiling. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Chambre de Commerce des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50541 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
4 2 Francs L. 29.12.1919
Highest denomination of series. Women leaning on arch/helmeted heads. Red serial number. We have offered this difficult type only a couple times prior in nearly eighteen years and only once before with red serial number; this very piece. WBG terms this "VF 20".
Grade: WBG VF 20    Bank Name: Chambre de Commerce des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50542 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
7 50 Centimes L. 7.4.1942
Upright hand holding torch of freedom behind shield of Lorraine, Bora-Bora hand stamp. According to WWII Remembered, a limited amount of 53,500 made for two signature varieties of the 50 Centimes. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Bons de Caisse des Etablissements Francais Libres de l'Oceanie
Lot #50543 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 1,750.00)
8 1 Franc L. 7.4.1942
Upright hand holding torch of freedom behind shield of Lorraine. According to WWII Remembered, 76,000 made for two signatures of the 1 Franc. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Bons de Caisse des Etablissements Francais Libres de l'Oceanie
Lot #50544 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
9 2 Francs L. 7.4.1942
Highest denomination of series; upright hand holding torch of freedom behind shield of Lorraine. Bora-Bora hand stamp. According to WWII Remembered, a scant 12,500 made for both signature varieties combined. WBG terms this "Ch. XF 45".
Grade: WBG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Bons de Caisse des Etablissements Francais Libres de l'Oceanie
Lot #50545 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 450.00 - $ 650.00)
10a 50 Centimes 25.9.1943
Initial denomination of series. Map outline on back, text inside. Circular handstamp. WBG terms this "UNC 61 tape residue".
Grade: WBG UNC 61    Bank Name: Bons de Caisse des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50546 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 450.00 - $ 650.00)
11c 1 Franc 25.9.1943
Map outline on back, text inside. Embossed seal. WBG terms this "UNC 61 tape residue".
Grade: WBG UNC 61    Bank Name: Bons de Caisse des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50547 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
12c 2 Francs 25.9.1943
Map outline on back, text inside. Embossed seal. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Bons de Caisse des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50548 - World Paper Money > French Oceania - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 1,750.00)
13c 2.50 Francs 25.9.1943
Highest denomination in series; map outline on back. Embossed seal. We have never previously offered this type in any quantity. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Bons de Caisse des Etablissements Francais de l'Oceanie
Lot #50549 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
7Bb 25 Francs 9.7.1925
Elephant head and tree at left and right/geometric designs. PCGS Europe terms this "AU 55 closed pinholes". Seldom offered.
Grade: PCGS Europe AU 55    Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale
Lot #50550 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
13D 500 Francs 10.4.1924
Grand Bassam branch. Elephant heads and trees/back blue-gray. Several spots; multiple pinholes; small areas of restoration; and other signs of circulation. Extremely difficult high denomination, the first we have ever offered in issued form. Sketchy Standard Catalog description with incorrect date and without illustration indicative of rarity.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale
Lot #50551 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
13E 500 Francs 10.4.1924
Porto-Novo branch. Extremely difficult high denomination, the first we have ever offered. Several small spots; small tears; multiple pinholes; areas of restoration. Sketchy Standard Catalog description without illustration indicative of rarity.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale
Lot #50552 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
32 1000 Francs 14.12.1942
Ships and train/BAO monogam in wreath. Small center hole. Quite scarce.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale
Lot #50553 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
44 50 Francs 5.10.1955
DO NOT BE CONFUSED! This type has a different heading mentioning Togo; issued only in 1955. Vastly underrated in the Standard Catalog, particularly in grade. PMG terms this "XF 45 EPQ"; only three better of nine examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG XF 45 EPQ    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'A. O. F. et du Togo
Lot #50554 - World Paper Money > German South West Africa - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,750.00)
3a 20 Mark 8.8.1914
Extremely difficult Seitz note, uniface; named after the Imperial Governor whose signature appears on this and other types from this series. Few small holes; area of restoration at upper center on back. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Kassenschein
Lot #50555 - World Paper Money > Germany-Federal Republic - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
35b 500 Mark 1.6.1977
Well underrated second highest denomination; from Hans Maler portrait. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Deutsche Bundesbank
Lot #50556 - World Paper Money > Ghana - ($ 950.00 - $ 1,500.00)
9Aa 1000 Cedis ND (1965)
Highest denomination of series. Low serial number #003470; prefix A/1. Large star/bank of Ghana building. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; only two better of 20 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Bank of Ghana
Lot #50557 - World Paper Money > Gibraltar - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
19s 5 Pounds 20.11.1975
SPECIMEN (#023) stamped in red with two printer's logos, all on face and back; punch cancelled over signature with serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. PCGS terms this "Superb Gem New 67 PPQ".
Grade: PCGS Superb Gem New 67 PPQ    Bank Name: Government of Gibraltar
Lot #50558 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
A1/Sieg 1 12 Skilling 1803
A wonderful example from the extremely difficult very first series of paper money from Greenland. From the Julianehaab district now known as Qaqortoq; this area has a current population of just over 3200. Uniface. Hand written LOW SERIAL NUMBER #806; signatures H. G. Frisch and H. Martini. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 stains"; the better of a scant two on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection. We are pleased to offer an exceptional selection of Greenland paper money rarities.
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50559 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
A33r/Sieg 33r 6 Skilling R.M. 1856
Unsigned remainder; uniface. Without serial number. Monogram and crowned polar bear. PMG terms this "AU 53"; one of only five examples on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG AU 53    Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Grønland
Lot #50560 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
A37r/Sieg 37r 50 Øre 1874
Remainder; uniface. Without serial number. Monogram and crowned polar bear. PMG terms this "AU 55"; one of only two examples on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Grønland
Lot #50561 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
A39r/Sieg 39r 25 Øre 1875
Next in series with monogram and crowned polar bear. Remainder; uniface. Without serial number. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; tied with one other as the best of six on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection. Seldom offered.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Grønland
Lot #50562 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
1e/Sieg 44 Bb 50 Øre 1888
Uniface; polar bears in shield and Greenland seal on ice slab. Printed serial number; signatures Ryberg and Krenchel, type II. PMG terms this "VF 25 minor discoloration"; one of only three examples on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Grønland
Lot #50563 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
2c/Sieg 46B 25 Øre 1892
Uniface; crowned polar bears. Serial number printed; signatures Ryberg and Krenchel. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of six examples on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Grønland
Lot #50564 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 8,500.00)
5c/Sieg 47Bb 1 Krone 1897
Extremely rare; only four known according to Sieg's Catalog. Uniface; polar bears in shield with crown. Serial number printed; signatures Ryberg and Krenchel, type II. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35"; the only example on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Grønland
Lot #50565 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
5e/Sieg 49B 1 Krone 1905
Uniface; polar bears in shield with crown. Serial number printed; signatures Ryberg and Bergh. PMG terms this "AU 53 EPQ"; one of only five examples on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG AU 53 EPQ    Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Grønland
Lot #50566 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
6b/Sieg 50B 1 Krone 1911
Polar bears in shield with crown. With black overprint "Den kgl. Grønlandske Handel" and additional purple overprint "Kolonien Holstensborg" at top. According to the Sieg Catalog, only three are known! PMG terms this "VF 25 NET tape, ex-Bruce Levy". This piece tied with one other as the only examples on the population report. Wonderful opportunity; ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG VF 25 NET    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50567 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
7a/Sieg 51 25 Øre 1911
Uniface. Duck on rock in water. All edges perforated; type I without watermark. Signatures Oscar Wesche and Munch. PMG terms this "AU 50"; significantly better than the only other example on the population report. Not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG AU 50    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50568 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
7b/Sieg 52 25 Øre 1911
Uniface. Duck on rock in water. All straight edges; type II with watermark "DKGH". Signatures Oscar Wesche and Munch. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 ex Bruce Levy"; the only example on the population report. Excellent comparison opportunity with the previous lot. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50569 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
7a?/Sieg 51? 25 Øre 1911
Here is a piece that has sparked some disagreement among experts. Sieg does not list this type without overprint; that said, the overprint closely resembles other types on the market that have it. Also, this note has a different serial number typeface than the previous lot without the overprint. Uniface. Duck on rock in water and additional purple overprint ""Kolonien Holstensborg"" at top. First issue with all perforated edges; type I without watermark. Signatures Oscar Wesche and Munch. Trimmed margins; part of the design missing at bottom right. Good research item; ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50570 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 8,000.00 - $ 12,000.00)
8b/Sieg 54 50 Øre 1911
Seal on ice; second issue with all straight edges. Type II with watermark "DKGH", signatures Oscar Wesche and Munch. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 ex Bruce Levy"; the only example on the population report. The first we have ever offered; spectacular from Ex-David Amey Collection!
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50571 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
9?/Sieg 55 1 Krone 1911
Uniface face proof; without signatures. Reindeer in mountains; all straight edges and printed serial number. Signatures Oscar Wesche and Munch, without watermark "DKGH". PMG terms this "AU 53 NET tear, rust". Only one other example on the population report for this issue for the type. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG AU 53 NET    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50572 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
10r/Sieg 56 5 Krone 1911
Remainder; unsigned. Highest denomination for series; uniface. Polar bear on ice; straight edges. Without watermark DKGH. PMG terms this "AU 55 ex Bruce Levy". Spectacular collector piece from Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50573 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 200.00 - $ 300.00)
11b/Sieg 58B 25 Øre ND (1913)
Eider duck on rock/crowned polar bear and shield. Munch signature with curved dash. This note does not seem to have the pink underprint generally found with this type. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50574 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
11b/Sieg 58B 25 Øre ND (1913)
Eider duck on rock/crowned polar bear and shield. Munch signature with curved dash. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50575 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 200.00 - $ 300.00)
11c/Sieg 58C 25 Øre ND (1913)
Eider duck on rock/crowned polar bear and shield. Large Barner Rasmussen signature. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50576 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
11d/Sieg 58D 25 Øre ND (1913)
Very tough smaller Barner Rasmussen signature. Eider duck on rock/crowned polar bear and shield. PMG terms this "AU 53"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: PMG AU 53    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50577 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
12b/Sieg 59B 50 Øre ND (1913)
Saddleback seal on ice/crowned polar bear and shield. Munch signature with curved dash. PMG terms this "AU 53 EPQ"; second of only five examples on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG AU 53 EPQ    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50578 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
12c/Sieg 59C 50 Øre ND (1913)
Saddleback seal on ice/crowned polar bear and shield. Large Barner Rasmussen signature. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50579 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
13b/Sieg 60B 1 Krone ND (1913)
Reindeer in mountains. Munch signature with curved dash. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 EPQ"; one of only four examples on the population report. Ex-David Amey Collection.
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35 EPQ    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50580 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
13c/Sieg 60C 1 Krone ND (1913)
Reindeer in mountains. Large Barner Rasmussen signature. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50581 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
14/Sieg 61B 5 Krone ND (1913)
Famed polar bear design; tough earlier issue. Munch signature with curved dash. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63"; one of only six examples on the population report. Quite scarce.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50582 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
14Aa/Sieg 62A 5 Krone ND (1913)
Sieg Catalog plate note! From series serial number range (#42960-43590) re-printed by Danish Government in 1981. Famed polar bear design. Small Barner Rasmussen signature. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". High Sieg Catalog value. Wonderful opportunity.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50583 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
14Ab/Sieg 62B 5 Krone ND (1913)
Next and last in this series with the famed polar bear design. Second signature type large Barner Rasmussen; serial number range (#42960-43590) re-printed by Danish Government in 1981. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Grønland
Lot #50584 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
15d/Sieg 63D 5 Kroner ND (1926-45)
Classic polar bear design. Large signature Oldendow. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Grønlands Styrelse
Lot #50585 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
15Aa/Sieg 64 5 Kroner ND (1945-52)
Classic polar bear design; signatures Eske Brun and Ole Pedersen. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with one other as the best of three on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Grønlands Styrelse
Lot #50586 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,000.00)
16d/Sieg 65 10 Kroner ND (1926-45)
Humpback whale; signatures Oldendow and P. P. Sveistrup. Small tear at left center.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Grønlands Styrelse
Lot #50587 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,750.00)
16e/Sieg 65D 10 Kroner ND (1926-45)
Humpback whale; signatures Eske Brun and P.P. Sveistrup. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ". The best of only four examples on the population report. Outstanding opportunity!
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Grønlands Styrelse
Lot #50588 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
16Aa/Sieg 66 10 Kroner ND (1945-52)
Humpback whale; signatures Eske Brun and Ole Pedersen. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Grønlands Styrelse
Lot #50589 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,500.00)
17Aa/Sieg 68 50 Kroner ND (1945)
Highest denomination of series; clipper ship/arms. Small signatures Eske Brun and Ole Pedersen. PMG terms this "AU 50 NET tear repairs"; a mere two examples on the population report. Seldom offered and tough in any condition.
Grade: PMG AU 50 NET    Bank Name: Grønlands Styrelse
Lot #50590 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
18a/Sieg 69 5 Kroner ND (1953-67)
Popular polar bear design. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". CONSECUTIVE with next lot.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50591 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
18a/Sieg 69 5 Kroner ND (1953-67)
Popular polar bear design. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". CONSECUTIVE with prior lot.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50592 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
18s/Sieg 69 5 Kroner ND (1953-67)
SPECIMEN perforated with regular serial number. Polar bear on ice; small size signature of Hans C. Christensen. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50593 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 450.00 - $ 650.00)
19a/Sieg 70 10 Kroner ND (1953-67)
Wonderful design with humpback whale. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". CONSECUTIVE with next lot.
Grade: PMG AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50594 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 450.00 - $ 650.00)
19a/Sieg 70 10 Kroner ND (1953-67)
Wonderful design with humpback whale. PMG terms this "AU 50 EPQ". CONSECUTIVE with prior lot.
Grade: PMG AU 50 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50595 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 300.00 - $ 450.00)
19b/Sieg 70 10 Kroner ND (1953-67)
Humpback whale; signature Hans C. Christensen. Serial number without serifs. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50596 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 450.00 - $ 750.00)
19s2/Sieg 70 10 Kroner ND (1953-67)
SPECIMEN perforated with regular serial number. Humpback whale; signature Hans C. Christensen. Serial number without serifs. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50597 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
20s/Sieg 71 50 Kroner ND (1953-67)
SPECIMEN perforated with regular serial number. Clipper ship/arms; signature Hans C. Christensen. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50598 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
21a/Sieg 72A 100 Kroner ND (1953-67)
Highest denomination of the series; first issue. Knud Rasmussen; A. W. Nielsen signature. WBG terms this "VF 25".
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50599 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
21s1/Sieg 72A 100 Kroner ND (1953-67)
SPECIMEN perforated diagonally at center; serial number of zeroes. Knud Rasmussen; signature A. W. Nielsen. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; one of only five examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50600 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
21s3/Sieg 72B 100 Kroner ND (1953-67)
SPECIMEN perforated with regular serial number. Knud Rasmussen; signature Hans C. Christensen. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ cancelled with stamp Annulleret on back"; tied with one other as the best of four on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Den Kongelige Grønlandske Handel
Lot #50601 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
M1; M2; M3; M4 1; 2; 5; 10 Øre ND (1941)
FOUR NOTES. Grønlands Administration, second series with red overprint 'Grl. Adm.'. Part of 1940s trade certificate issue, made for American troops stationed in Greenland during World War II. All four issued types in outstanding original quality. Appealing opportunity.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Military Trade Certificates
Lot #50602 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
M5 1 Skilling ND (1941)
Uniface. Red with embossed royal watermark seal. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; only four examples currently on the population report, not including this piece. Elusive so choice.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Grønlands Administration Trade Certificate
Lot #50603 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
M6 5 Skilling ND (1941)
Uniface. Blue with embossed royal watermark seal. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45"; only three examples currently on the population report not including this piece. Scarce.
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Grønlands Administration Trade Certificate
Lot #50604 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
M7 20 Skilling ND (1941)
Highest denomination of series. Green with embossed royal watermark seal; uniface. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only four examples currently on the population report not including this piece. Elusive so choice.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Grønlands Administration Trade Certificate
Lot #50605 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 150.00 - $ 300.00)
NL 1; 2; 5; 25 Øre; 1 Krone ND (1910-1926)
FIVE NOTES; each without "Grl. Adm.". Used during WWI; not listed in the Standard Catalog. Nothing below AU/UNC in group.
Grade: AU-UNC    Bank Name: Military Trade Certificates
Lot #50606 - World Paper Money > Guadeloupe - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
20C 1 Franc 190x
Emergency bank check issue. Light soiling at right for this overall solid original. Completely unpriced in the Standard Catalog.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Banque de la Guadeloupe
Lot #50607 - World Paper Money > Guadeloupe - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
30b 1000 Francs 2.2.1944
Phoenix rising from flames. Prefix TD. Pressed, trimmed, and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer
Lot #50608 - World Paper Money > Guinea - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
2a 1 Franc D. 1917
Watermark bees. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63"; second of only four examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Gouvernement General de l'Afrique Occidentale Francaise Guinea Francais
Lot #50609 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
NL 1 Peso 20.4.1880
We are pleased to offer the first treasury banknote (not a vale) of Honduras. This is reportedly part of the first of two series from 1880. Unlisted and unknown by Brian Stickney and Alcedo Almanzar in their book "The Coinage and Paper Money of Honduras (1981)". They do list the second series dated November 1880 in denominations of 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 Pesos. While this first series apparently has the same denominations, the present example is the only surviving denomination from either series. Without signatures. Small hole top right; few small margin pieces missing; couple tears. Of great historical significance and one of the three rarest bank notes of Honduras. Tremendous opportunity.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Republica de Honduras Deuda Flotante
Lot #50610 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,250.00)
9 5 Pesos 1.1.1889
Initial denomination from the Bogran government Vale series. Embossed seal. Couple pinholes; light stains; moderate margin roughness. Seldom offered; one expert states only a few known. Wonderful opportunity; better than the Standard Catalog illustration.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Vale al Portador Billete del Tesoro
Lot #50611 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
13 100 Pesos 1.1.1889
Highest denomination from the Bogran government Vale series. Two handstamps and embossed seal. Couple slits and several small holes at various areas at top. Believed by one expert that only four or five are known. Wonderful opportunity.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Vale al Portador Billete del Tesoro
Lot #50612 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
22s 5 Pesos 1.10.1889
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red; punch cancelled at signatures area, serial number of zeroes. Bull and arms. Without signatures. Official notations at left center. Extended top margin. WBG terms this "UNC 61 TOP".
Grade: WBG UNC 61 TOP    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50613 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
23 50 Pesos 1.10.1889
Separate face and back proof on India paper. The face proof, without serial number, is punch cancelled. Allegorical woman with three children, arms, and Indian with bow. Listed only as an archive copy in the Standard Catalog.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50614 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
24? 100 Pesos 1.10.1889
Separate face and back proofs on India paper. The face proof, without serial number, is punch cancelled. Highest denomination in this terrific bull series. The back with a few spots. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50615 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
25s 10 Pesos 1.10.1913
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled at signatures area, serial number of zeroes. Bull/arms. Series A. Without signatures. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50616 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
26s 20 Pesos 1.10.1913
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled at signatures area, serial number of zeroes. Bull/arms. Series B. Without signatures. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50617 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
27s 50 Pesos 1.10.1913
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled at signatures area, serial number of zeroes. Bull/arms. Series C. Without signatures. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50618 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
29? 1 Peso 27.5.1922
Bull. Unlisted overprint in black on back with low serial number #001798 which we have not previously offered. Couple small margin tears. One expert believes less than ten exist for this type in all varieties.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50619 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
29? 1 Peso 27.5.1922
Face proof; without serial number. Terrific bull design. Without signatures. Beautifully embossed.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50620 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
34 1 Lempira 11.2.1932
Lempira, namesake of the monetary unit, and arms/bank. Series A. PMG terms this "VF 25"; the best of five on the population report. Scarce.
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50621 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,250.00)
37 10 Lempiras 11.2.1932
Most likely the highest denomination of this Lempira series; low serial number #001104. Several spots, particularly on back. Extremely difficult as an issued piece.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50622 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
42b 5 Lempiras 25.5.1948
Morazan/bull; back overprint in green, indicating new law date with signature. Without back stamping. Despite couple spots, overall pleasing.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50623 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,250.00)
43a 10 Lempiras 5.3.1941
Santos Soto/steer's head. Quality original.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50624 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
43b 10 Lempiras 25.5.1948
Santos Soto/bull's head; fairly low four digit serial number. Both red date overprint and bank stamping on back. Pressed; several scattered pinholes. Extremely difficult.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50625 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
43? 10 Lempiras 5.3.1941
Separate face and back proof on card; punch cancelled but not holed through, without serial number. Soto/wonderful bull design. With signatures. Terrific embossing.
Grade: Well preserved    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50626 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
44? 20 Lempiras 5.3.1941
Separate face and back proof on card; punch cancelled but not holed through, without serial number. Agurcia/wonderful bull design. With signatures. Extremely difficult in any form.
Grade: Well preserved    Bank Name: Banco de Honduras
Lot #50627 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S152a 25 Centavos 1889
Scarce issued piece with very LOW SERIAL NUMBER #0043. Miners. Series D. PCGS Europe terms this "Ch. VF 35". Appealing condition for this extremely limited production.
Grade: PCGS Europe Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Hondureno
Lot #50628 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
S162? 1 Peso 1928
DO NOT BE CONFUSED; the same design, with arms/ornamental design, was made in Lempiras almost ten years later. The later series is much more available; this series in Pesos is highly elusive and is listed only in Specimen form. Soiling at right on back. Rarely offered.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Republica de Honduras-Billete Aduanero
Lot #50629 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
S163? 2 Pesos 1928
Extremely tough issued piece from the first series, denominated in Pesos. Issued and used for duty payments. Listed only as a Specimen. Excessively rare; despite a few pinholes and light spot bottom left, overall pleasing original.
Grade: Ch. Fine/VF    Bank Name: Republica de Honduras-Billete Aduanero
Lot #50630 - 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. WBG terms this "XF 45 faint yellow stains on back". Overall unbelievable condition for this rarity, with quite likely only 8-10 in existence and most in strong hands in Honduras. Missing from most advanced Honduras collections.
Grade: WBG XF 45    Bank Name: Gobierno de Honduras Campana Legitimista
Lot #50631 - World Paper Money > Iceland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1a 5 Kronur L. 1885
Extremely difficult issued note from the only King Christian IX series; uniface. Two signatures. Center slit; edge nicks; other signs of circulation. The first issued example we have offered.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Landssjod Islands
Lot #50632 - World Paper Money > Iceland - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
2a 10 Kronur L. 1885
Next denomination from the only King Christian IX series; uniface. Single signature. Bold color for this elusive original.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Landssjod Islands
Lot #50633 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1g/R 3.1.1A 1 Rupee 1917
Watermark in box. Gubbay signature; series R10, Rangoon. PCGS terms this "XF 40".
Grade: PCGS XF 40    Bank Name: Government of India
Lot #50634 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
7b/J 3.7.2 10 Rupees ND
King George V; Taylor signature. Series L36. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: PMG AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of India
Lot #50635 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
20e/J 4.7.2B 100 Rupees ND
King George VI. Calcutta issue; Deshmukh signature. Watermark profile and serial number black. Series A88. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ".
Grade: PCGS Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of India
Lot #50636 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
21a/J 4.8.1A 1000 Rupees ND
King George VI series; underrated Bombay branch. Prefix A7. Several small holes; few small areas of restoration. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of India
Lot #50637 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
R2/J 6.12.2.1 5 Rupees ND
Used in the Persian Gulf States; in orange. Small writing at watermark area for this original.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of India
Lot #50638 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S261/J 7.1.1 1 Rupee ND (1919)
Obverse and reverse of coin. Signature Fakhruddin Ahmed. Quality original.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Hyderabad
Lot #50639 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 6,450.00 - $ 8,000.00)
S263a?/J 7.5.4 5 Rupees 1 Khurdad 1331
Sea Salvage; only 25,000 as such. Stamping at upper left "...no monetary value was recovered in 1932 by Italian salvage vessel...". Without signature at left panel. PMG terms this "VF 30 NET repaired"; tied with one other as the best of eight on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 30 NET    Bank Name: Hyderabad
Lot #50640 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 14,000.00 - $ 17,500.00)
6p 25 Tomans ND (1890-1923)
Uniface face proof perforated SPECIMEN at bottom center and likely color trial; without serial number. Part of the Shah Nasr-ed-Din series; extremely difficult higher denomination. PCGS terms this "XF 45 paper pulls and damage; splits, tears, and repairs".
Grade: PCGS XF 45    Bank Name: Kingdom of Persia
Lot #50641 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 13,500.00 - $ 17,500.00)
24?; 25b?; 26b?; 27a?; 28as; 29?; 30as? 5; 10; 20; 50; 100; 500; 1000 Rials AH1313 (1934-35)
SEVEN NOTES. Complete issued type set of SPECIMENS stamped; punch cancelled over signatures, serial numbers of zeroes. PMG terms these "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; and "Gem UNC 66 EPQ", respectively. Terrific collector opportunity.
Grade: PMG graded    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #50642 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 13,500.00 - $ 17,500.00)
28At3 100 Rials ND (1935)
Color trial in green and multicolored; punch cancelled at watermark area, without serial number. Shah Reza with high cap/French text. Official notation at top right. The first we have ever offered.
Grade: PMG graded    Bank Name: Banque Mellie Iran
Lot #50643 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 13,500.00 - $ 17,500.00)
37A? 1000 Rials ND (1937)
SPECIMEN; Latin serial number of zeroes, prefix A/1. Shah Reza without cap/Mount Demavand. French back. Official notations in margins. Small margin tear top center. The first we have ever offered.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Banque Mellie Iran
Lot #50644 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,500.00)
38? 1000 Rials AH 1316 (1937)
SPECIMEN perforated in English; Latin serial number of zeroes, prefix A/1. Very tough French back. The first we have offered in many years. Outstanding original and excellent comparison piece with next lot.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banque Mellie Iran
Lot #50645 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 5,250.00 - $ 7,000.00)
38A? 1000 Rials AH 1317
SPECIMEN (#35) stamped in English on face and back in red with red printer's logo; Western serial number of zeroes and prefix C. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". Wonderful companion with prior lot.
Grade: PCGS Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Bank Melli Iran
Lot #50646 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
M3 5 Tomans on 20 Mark ND (1916-17 - old date 19.2.1914)
Made during World War I German occupation of Persia; series N. Red revalued overprint on Germany (#46b). According to the Rosenberg German catalog, letter N was used on genuinely overprinted notes. Exquisite condition for this excessively difficult type.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: German Treasury
Lot #50647 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 11,250.00 - $ 20,000.00)
1a 1/4 Dinar 1.7.1931
Initial denomination of King Faisal I series. PMG terms this "VF 25 NET tape repairs". We previously offered this very difficult type only a couple of times prior.
Grade: PMG VF 25 NET    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50648 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 10,000.00 - $ 15,000.00)
2a 1/2 Dinar 1.7.1931
Next in the King Faisal I series. PMG terms this "VF 25 tear"; one of only five examples on the population report. Seldom offered.
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50649 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 9,250.00 - $ 15,000.00)
3a 1 Dinar 1.7.1931
Next in King Faisal I series. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 55"; only one better of 29 on the population report. The best we have offered.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 55    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50650 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 3,750.00 - $ 5,000.00)
3b 1 Dinar 1.8.1932
Tough later date in King Faisal I series. PMG terms this "VF 30"; tied with one other as the best of eight on the population report. We have offered this date only a couple times prior.
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50651 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 25,000.00 - $ 35,000.00)
4 5 Dinars 1.7.1931
Tough higher denomination of King Faisal I series. PMG terms this "VF 25"; the best of four on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50652 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
7e 1/4 Dinar L. 1931 (1935)
Initial denomination of the King Ghazi series. Signatures Lord Kennet and Ata Amin. Prefix F. PMG terms this "VF 30 annotation".
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50653 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 9,000.00 - $ 13,500.00)
8c 1/2 Dinar L. 1931 (1935)
Scarce King Ghazi in Military uniform; signatures Amery and Raouf al Chadirchi. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; only one better of 16 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50654 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
9b 1 Dinar L. 1931 (1934)
King Ghazi in military uniform; split prefix C with tough second signature combination. PMG terms this "VF 25"; by itself, second of only four on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50655 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,500.00)
9e 1 Dinar L. 1931 (1934)
Scarce King Ghazi in military uniform. Prefix J. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 minor repairs".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50656 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 8,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
11a 10 Dinars L. 1931 (1938)
King Ghazi. PMG terms this "AU 55 minor restoration, annotation".
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50657 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 12,500.00 - $ 15,000.00)
13 1/4 Dinar L. 1931 (1941)
Extremely difficult India print; young King Faisal II. PCGS terms this "VF 30 Apparent paper clip rust stains; tape remnant on face at left". Still, better than most show.
Grade: PCGS VF 30 Apparent        Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50658 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
15 1 Dinar L. 1931 (1941)
Extremely difficult India print; young King Faisal II. PMG terms this "AU 53". Quite appealing.
Grade: PMG AU 53    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50659 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
16a 1/4 Dinar L. 1931 (1942)
King Faisal II series; Bradbury print. PMG terms this "XF 40". Pleasing opportunity.
Grade: PMG XF 40    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50660 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 5,750.00 - $ 8,500.00)
17a 1/2 Dinar L. 1931 (1942)
King Faisal II as child; signatures Lord Kennet and Ata Amin; elusive denomination. Prefix F. PMG terms this "XF 40".
Grade: PMG XF 40    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50661 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
18a 1 Dinar L. 1931 (1942)
King Faisal II. Signatures Lord Kennet and Ata Amin. Prefix P. PMG terms this "XF 40".
Grade: PMG XF 40    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50662 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
18b 1 Dinar L. 1931 (1942)
King Faisal II. Signatures Lord Kennet and Daoud al Haidan. Prefix E/1. PMG terms this "XF 40".
Grade: PMG XF 40    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50663 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 5,750.00 - $ 8,500.00)
19a 5 Dinars L. 1931 (1942)
King Faisal II as child; signatures Lord Kennet and Ata Amin. Prefix A. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 previously mounted". The best we have offered; seldom shows above Fine/VF.
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50664 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 9,500.00 - $ 12,000.00)
20b 10 Dinars L. 1931 (1942)
Second highest denomination of King Faisal II as child; later signature combination. Prefix A. PMG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50665 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 4,250.00 - $ 6,500.00)
22 1/4 Dinar L. 1931
Young King Faisal II; prefix V. The initial denomination of a two piece series. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45"; significantly better than most show.
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50666 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
23 1/2 Dinar L. 1931
Higher denomination of this young King Faisal II series. PMG terms this "VF 25".
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Government of Iraq
Lot #50667 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
27 1/4 Dinar L. 1947 (1950)
Initial denomination of series; prefix C. PMG terms this "XF 40".
Grade: PMG XF 40    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50668 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
29 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1950)
King Faisal II as young man. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50669 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 5,500.00 - $ 8,500.00)
30 5 Dinars L. 1947 (1950)
Next in the King Faisal II series. Prefix A. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 previously mounted".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50670 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 5,500.00 - $ 7,500.00)
31 10 Dinars L. 1947 (1950)
Highest denomination of series; prefix A. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50671 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 5,500.00)
32 1/4 Dinar L. 1947 (1953)
First denomination from second issue. Prefix L. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; by itself, second of 41 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50672 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,500.00)
33 1/2 Dinar L. 1947 (1953)
Young King Faisal II second issue. Prefix E. PMG terms this "VF 25". Tough type.
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50673 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,500.00)
34 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1953)
Young King Faisal II; single letter prefix X with RADAR serial #170071. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ". Terrific example.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50674 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 3,000.00)
34 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1953)
Young King Faisal II; fractional prefix B/1. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Only six better out of 48 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50675 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
37 1/4 Dinar L. 1947 (1955)
King Faisal II as adolescent; single letter V serial prefix. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Only two better of 83 on the population report. Phenomenal.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50676 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
37 1/4 Dinar L. 1947 (1955)
King Faisal II as adolescent; fractional prefix D/1. PMG terms this "AU 55". Handsome example from last National Bank issue.
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50677 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
38b 1/2 Dinar L. 1947 (1955)
Earlier smaller head watermark; King Faisal II as youth, single letter L serial prefix. PMG terms this "AU 53 minor stains". Overall terrific example.
Grade: PMG AU 53    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50678 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
39a 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1955)
King Faisal II as youth. Large head watermark; series T/1. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50679 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
39b 1; 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1955)
TWO NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. King Faisal II as youth; small head watermark; prefix K/1. Pleasing examples from last National Bank issue. PMG terms these "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ" and "Ch. AU 55 EPQ". Rarely seen as a consecutive pair.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ; Ch. AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50680 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
40a 5 Dinars L. 1947 (1955)
Second highest denomination of series with King Faisal II as youth; larger head watermark. Prefix H. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 EPQ". Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50681 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
41a 10 Dinars L. 1947 (1955)
Highest denomination of series with King Faisal II as youth; larger head watermark. Prefix E. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq
Lot #50682 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
42 1/4 Dinar L. 1947 (1959)
King Faisal II; from first Central Bank series, prefix 1/B. Well underrated. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". Phenomenal example; likely among the best known.
Grade: PCGS Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Iraq
Lot #50683 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
43 1/2 Dinar L. 1947 (1959)
King Faisal II; prefix 1/A with lower three digit serial number. From the first Central Bank series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with 12 others as the best of 107 examples on the population report. Phenomenal.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Iraq
Lot #50684 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
46 1/4 Dinar L. 1947 (1959)
Initial denomination from second Central Bank issue; last King Faisal II series, prefix 1/D. PMG terms this "AU 53 pinholes, minor rust"; only one better of 19 on the population report. Wonderful opportunity.
Grade: PMG AU 53    Bank Name: Central Bank of Iraq
Lot #50685 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
48 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1959)
Last King Faisal II as youth; part of second Central Bank series; prefix 1/C. PCGS terms this "VF 35".
Grade: PCGS VF 35    Bank Name: Central Bank of Iraq
Lot #50686 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,750.00 - $ 4,000.00)
49 5 Dinars L. 1947 (1959)
Last and second highest denomination of King Faisal II as youth series/ancient carving. Prefix 1/A. PMG terms this "AU 50". Phenomenal example.
Grade: PMG AU 50    Bank Name: Central Bank of Iraq
Lot #50687 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 5,500.00)
33b/CNO 6 5 Pounds 8.5.1931
"Plowman" type; from the very tough Northern Bank. PMG terms this "VF 20 annotation"; in the middle of only nine examples on the population report and the first we have ever offered.
Grade: PMG VF 20    Bank Name: Northern Bank Limited
Lot #50688 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
61c/LTN 31 50 Pounds 16.5.1960
Lady Lavery/River Shannon river mask. Prefix 1Y shared with many other dates; extremely limited issuance. The first we have offered of this date. Writing on face and back; pinholes; other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #50689 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,500.00)
67c/LTN 65 20 Pounds 24.3.1976
Lady Lavery/River Boyne river mask. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #50690 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
68c/LTN 66 50 Pounds 4.4.1977
Lady Lavery/River Shannon river mask. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Lovely original.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #50691 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
69c/LTN 67 100 Pounds 4.4.1977
Highest denomination of this Lady Lavery series/River Erne river mask. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Better than most show.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland
Lot #50692 - World Paper Money > Italian East Africa - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
1a 50 Lire 14.6-12.9.1938
Initial denomination of series; scarcer first date. PMG terms this "AU 55"; second best of four examples on the population report. Far better than most show.
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: Banca d'Italia-Africa Orientale Italiana
Lot #50693 - World Paper Money > Italian East Africa - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
2a 100 Lire 14.6.-12.9.1938
Reclining Roma design. Minor stains; couple margin splits. Scarce.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banca d'Italia-Africa Orientale Italiana
Lot #50694 - World Paper Money > Italian East Africa - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,500.00)
3a 500 Lire 14.6.-12.9.1938
Peasant woman design. Several areas of restoration and other signs of circulation. Extremely difficult type. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Banca d'Italia-Africa Orientale Italiana
Lot #50695 - World Paper Money > Italian East Africa - ($ 1,400.00 - $ 2,000.00)
4a 1000 Lire 14.6.-12.9.1938
Highest denomination of series; allegorical design. Several areas of restoration and other signs of circulation. Seldom seen; we have offered this only a couple of times prior. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Banca d'Italia-Africa Orientale Italiana
Lot #50696 - World Paper Money > Italian Somaliland - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
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. Slightly rippled. The only denomination known for this series.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: V. Filonardi & Co.
Lot #50697 - World Paper Money > Italy - ($ 11,000.00 - $ 15,000.00)
M24; M25 50; 100 Lire 21.4.1944
TWO NOTES; complete set. Little is known about this issue. According to WWII Remembered, the Dodecanese Islands are a group of twelve main islands in the Aegean Sea. Control shifted between Italy and Greece. Wolf with Romulus and Remus, island fortress in background; stag. Each piece with splits and other signs of circulation. Seldom offered types from this era; do not wait for others to appear. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Avg. VG/Fine    Bank Name: Governo Delle Isole Italiane dell'Egeo Dodecanese
Lot #50698 - World Paper Money > Jamaica - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
41b 1 Pound 17.3.1960
Last date for this King George VI type. Wonderful embossing. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Difficult so choice.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Jamaica
Lot #50699 - World Paper Money > Jamaica - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
48a 5 Pounds 17.3.1960
This superior original is the much tougher date for this lovely Queen Elizabeth II type. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; tied with four others as the best of thirteen examples on the population report. Only the second we have offered in anywhere near this condition. A supreme challenge to find so choice.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of Jamaica
Lot #50700 - World Paper Money > Jamaica - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S139/CH 550-38-04-02 1 Pound 2.1.1930
Woman seated among produce/arms. Moderate soiling. The first we have offered in issued form. Very scarce.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Bank of Nova Scotia
Lot #50701 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
2a 1 Dinar L. 1949
King Abdullah/ruins. Signature #1. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of The Jordan
Lot #50702 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
2s1 1 Dinar L. 1949
SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED; serial number of zeroes. Signature 1. Light stain at watermark area on back. Pleasing original.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of The Jordan
Lot #50703 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
3a 5 Dinars L. 1949
King Abdullah/Treasury of Pharaoh at Petra. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of The Jordan
Lot #50704 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
4a 10 Dinars L. 1949
Next denomination in the King Abdullah series/Treasury of Pharaoh at Petra. WBG terms this "AU 55 TOP".
Grade: WBG AU 55 TOP    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of The Jordan
Lot #50705 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
5Ab 500 Fils 1949 (1952)
Landscape with irrigation; signature 4. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Strong example.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Lot #50706 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
6a 1 Dinar 1949 (1952)
King Hussein/ruins; signature 3. WBG terms this "VF 25".
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Lot #50707 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
6b 1 Dinar 1949 (1952)
King Hussein. Signature 6. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35 tiny pinholes".
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Lot #50708 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
7b 5 Dinars 1949 (1952)
King Hussein/El Hazne, Treasury of Pharoah. Scarce signature 7. WBG terms this "AU 55".
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Lot #50709 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
8a 10 Dinars 1949 (1952)
Highest denomination of series; signature 3. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Lot #50710 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
8b 10 Dinars 1949 (1952)
Highest denomination of series; signature 4. WBG terms this "AU 55 TOP".
Grade: WBG AU 55 TOP    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Lot #50711 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,350.00)
8d 10 Dinars 1949 (1952)
Last combination signature 8, quite possibly the toughest for the type. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan
Lot #50712 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
S101 1/4 Rupee 26.9.1879
Initial denomination of first series. Made on sheepskin; uniface. Small, embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross. Extremely rare.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: (Keeling) Cocos Islands
Lot #50713 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
S103 1 Rupee 3.10.1879
Made on sheepskin; uniface. Small, embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross. The first we have offered.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: (Keeling) Cocos Islands
Lot #50714 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
S103 1 Rupee 27.7.1888
SERIAL NUMBER 2! Made on sheepskin; uniface. Larger seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross. Cut cancelled top right. Outstanding comparison piece with prior lot.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: (Keeling) Cocos Islands
Lot #50715 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
S111 1/4 Rupee 19.1.1888
Made on sheepskin; uniface. First series under this issuer's name. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross. Stains across face due to very humid climate, absorbent nature of sheepskin, and ink that easily runs. Most pieces from this series come with these stains. Extremely rare in any grade.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50716 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 2,750.00 - $ 4,000.00)
S112 1/2 Rupee 25.1.1888
Made on sheepskin; uniface. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross. Stains across face due to very humid climate, absorbent nature of sheepskin, and ink that easily runs. Most pieces from this series come with these stains. Only the second we have ever offered.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50717 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
S113 1 Rupee 20.1.1888
Made on sheepskin; uniface. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross. Stains across face due to very humid climate, absorbent nature of sheepskin, and ink that easily runs. Most pieces from this series come with these stains. Only the second we have ever offered.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50718 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
S114 2 Rupees 15.1.1888
Made on sheepskin; uniface. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross. Stains across face due to very humid climate, absorbent nature of sheepskin, and ink that easily runs. Most pieces from this series come with these stains. The first we have ever offered.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50719 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
S115 3 Rupees 10.1.1888
Made on sheepskin; uniface. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross. Stains across face due to very humid climate, absorbent nature of sheepskin, and ink that easily runs. Most pieces from this series come with these stains. The first we have ever offered.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50720 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
S116 5 Rupees 1.6.1888
Made on sheepskin; uniface. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross. Stains across face due to very humid climate, absorbent nature of sheepskin, and ink that easily runs. Most pieces from this series come with these stains. The first we have ever offered.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50721 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
S117 1/4 Rupee 1897
DO NOT BE DECEIVED! This is the earlier and rarer 1897 which closely resembles the available 1902 type. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross on face with handwritten serial number at left and right. Cut cancelled four corners. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Possibly the best known. We are pleased to offer a nearly complete 1897 set, all but the 3 Rupees, each in shockingly incredible condition starting with this lot.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50722 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
S118 1/2 Rupee 1897
Next in the earlier and rarer 1897 set which closely resembles that of the available 1902. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross on face with handwritten serial number at left and right. Cut cancelled two corners. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50723 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 5,500.00 - $ 7,500.00)
S119 1 Rupee 1897
Next in the earlier and rarer 1897 set which closely resembles that of the available 1902. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross on face with handwritten serial number at left and right. Cut cancelled single corner. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50724 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 7,000.00 - $ 9,000.00)
S120 2 Rupees 1897
Next in the earlier and rarer 1897 set which closely resembles that of the available 1902. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross on face with handwritten serial number at left and right. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50725 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 8,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
S122 5 Rupees 1897
Highest denomination of the earlier and rarer 1897 set which closely resembles that of the available 1902. Serial number #500 for this 5 Rupees. Unbelievable condition. Embossed seal; signed by John Clunies-Ross on face with handwritten serial number at left and right. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50726 - World Paper Money > Keeling Cocos Islands - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
S123; S124; S125; S126; S127; S128 1/10; 1/4; 1/2; 1; 2; 5 Rupees 1902
SIX NOTES; complete set. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Keeling Cocos Islands
Lot #50727 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 3,750.00 - $ 4,500.00)
4 5 Dinars L. 1960 (1961)
Scarce second highest denomination of Shaikh Abdullah series. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with 18 others as the best of 173 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board
Lot #50728 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
15 1 Livre 1.9.1939
Earlier and scarcer type with flowers/Cyprus. WBG terms this "VF 25 pinhole".
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #50729 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 10,000.00 - $ 15,000.00)
21? 250 Livres ND (1939)
Uniface large size partial proof. Printer's notations at margin include "Banque Grece". Paper not watermarked. Dynamic colorful design; rare in any form.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: (Banque de Syrie et du Liban)
Lot #50730 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 17,500.00 - $ 22,500.00)
30a 50 Livres 1.9.1939
Highest denomination of the series; street scene/sailboat. Prefix N/F; only 100,000 issued. This original with excellent color; couple unobtrusive small margin spots. We have never previously offered this variety.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #50731 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 2,750.00 - $ 4,000.00)
49? 5 Livres 1.12.1945
SPECIMEN (#3 hand written) stamped "Billet Specimen Non Remboursable" twice on face and back; multiple punch cancellations with serial number and block number of zeroes. Ornate design; city views. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; only two better of six on the population report. Seldom offered so choice.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #50732 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
58a 25 Livres 1.1.1952
Key type to series. Harbor town/stone arch bridge. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #50733 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
60a 100 Livres 1.1.1958
Highest denomination of series. Beirut and harbor/cedar tree. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35 TOP    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban
Lot #50734 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 200.00 - $ 300.00)
5 5; 5; 5 Piastres L. 1951
THREE NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. We are pleased to offer a spectacular collection from Libya through 1963 starting with this lot.
Grade: Avg. XF/AU    Bank Name: United Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50735 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
5? 5 Piastres L. 1951
SPECIMEN (#2) stamped with two printer's logos on face and back, all in red; serial number of zeroes. We have offered this type Specimen before with single printer logo in black. Residue down right on back. Scarce in this form. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: United Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50736 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
7a 1/4 Pound L. 1951
Columns. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Seldom seen so choice.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: United Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50737 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
9 1 Pound L. 1951
Vastly underrated, early type. PCGS terms this "VF 30".
Grade: PCGS VF 30    Bank Name: United Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50738 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,500.00)
10 5 Pounds L. 1951
Higher denomination from this initial series; arms. Extremely limited issuance. Couple small edge tears; soil streak at right center; small writing at watermark area; other signs of circulation. Extraordinarily difficult. We have not prevously offered this type; the first I have ever seen in issued form. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: United Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50739 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 60.00 - $ 90.00)
12a 5 Piastres 1.1.1952
King Idris and palm tree. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50740 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
13a 10 Piastres 1.1.1952
King Idris and palm tree. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP". Well underrated so choice.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 63 TOP    Bank Name: Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50741 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
14a 1/4 Pound 1.1.1952
Sidi Muhammad Idris Al-Mahdi As-sanusi (1889-1983), first and only King of Libya and palm tree/modern geometric design. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Pleasing original.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50742 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
15a 1/2 Pound 1.1.1952
King Idris and bush. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50743 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
17s 5 Pounds 1.1.1952
SPECIMEN stamped diagonally in red in Arabic on face and English on back; punch cancelled at serial number areas, serial number of zeroes, prefix B/1. Very tough King Idris type. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 Samhan Collection".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Kingdom of Libya
Lot #50744 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
19a 1/2 Pound L. 26.4.1955 (1959)
Arms. Black serial number with prefix D/5. WBG terms this "AU 50".
Grade: WBG AU 50    Bank Name: National Bank of Libya
Lot #50745 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
19b 1/2 Pound L. 26.4.1955 (1963)
Arms. Tougher red serial number; prefix D/6. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Terrific original.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: National Bank of Libya
Lot #50746 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
20 1 Pound L. 26.4.1955 (1959)
Arms. Series C/7. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ"; better than most show.
Grade: PMG AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Libya
Lot #50747 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
21 5 Pounds L. 26.4.1955 (1958)
Scarcer denomination from series. This original with bold color and strong paper quality. Couple of small margin tears.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: National Bank of Libya
Lot #50748 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
22 10 Pounds L. 26.4.1955 (1958)
Highest and most elusive denomination of series. Overall solid original. Couple tiny spots at left margin and couple margin nicks.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: National Bank of Libya
Lot #50749 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
23a 1/4 Pound 5.2.1963/AH1382
Initial denomination of series; arms. WBG terms this "UNC 62".
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50750 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,100.00 - $ 1,300.00)
24 1/2 Pound 5.2.1963/AH1382
Arms. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". See next lot for CONSECUTIVE but from a completely different source!
Grade: PCGS Gem New 66 PPQ    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50751 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
24 1/2 Pound 5.2.1963/AH1382
Arms. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". See prior lot for CONSECUTIVE.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50752 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
25 1 Pound 5.2.1963/AH1382
Arms. PMG terms this "AU 55".
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50753 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
26 5 Pounds 5.2.1963/AH1382
Arms. WBG terms this "AU 53 staining".
Grade: WBG AU 53    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50754 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,250.00)
27 10 Pounds 5.2.1963/AH1382
Highest denomination from the last series of larger size types. PMG terms this "AU 50 EPQ". This strong original is significantly better than most show.
Grade: PMG AU 50 EPQ    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50755 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
28 1/4 Pound 5.2.1963/AH1382
Initial denomination of thinner crowned arms series. WBG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 TOP". Wonderful.
Grade: WBG Superb Gem UNC 67 TOP    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50756 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
30 1 Pound 5.2.1963/AH1382
Crowned arms/arms. From an underrated series. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Outstanding original.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50757 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
31 5 Pounds 5.2.1963/AH1382
Scarcer denomination. WBG terms this "XF 40".
Grade: WBG XF 40    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50758 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
32? 10 Pounds 5.2.1963/AH1382
SPECIMEN (#057) stamped in red on face and back color trial in purple; punch cancelled at signature area, serial number of zeroes with prefix 5 A/14. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Bank of Libya
Lot #50759 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
M7a 500 Lire ND (World War II)
A key to this World War II series. Few light spots. Overall quality original with good color.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Military Authority in Tripolitania
Lot #50760 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 6,750.00 - $ 9,000.00)
M8a 1000 Lire ND (World War II)
Highest and rarest denomination of World War II series. Pressed; tiny nick bottom center. Rarely offered; not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. Excellent opportunity.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Military Authority in Tripolitania
Lot #50761 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
M9 5 Francs ND (old date 10.3.1938)
RF Fezzan overprint on French West Africa 5 Francs; rubber stamp has miscellaneous bumps around the box. Leclerc and Kolsky state 200,000 notes of this date were overstamped, a small fraction of amount made for this type. WBG terms this "AU 53Q staining, staple holes Authenticated by Joseph Boling". Virtually the only obtainable denomination from the series and now very difficult as a genuine. More quality notes from Libya can be found in Knight Live.
Grade: WBG AU 53Q    Bank Name: French Occupation of the Fezzan
Lot #50762 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
4 20 Mark 1.7.1900
Foundry worker with factory; German print. Near block serial number #022222! Pinholes; significant slit at center area; and other signs of circulation. Elusive in any grade. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Internationale Bank in Luxembourg
Lot #50763 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
7 2 Mark 5.8.1914
Circular arms. WBG terms this "VF 25". We have never previously offered this type.
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Internationale Bank in Luxembourg
Lot #50764 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
12 100 Francs 15.5.1947
Grand Duchess Charlotte flanked by farm couple/three steelworkers. WBG terms this "AU 53".
Grade: WBG AU 53    Bank Name: Banque Internationale a Luxembourg
Lot #50765 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
22 2 Franken = 1 Mark 60 Pfennig 28.11.1914
WBG terms this "UNC 61 erased graffiti". We have not offered this type in 15 years and this example is far better than the other piece. Excellent comparison piece with the following 2 Francs.
Grade: WBG UNC 61    Bank Name: Etat du Grand-Duche de Luxembourg
Lot #50766 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
25r 125 Franken = 100 Mark 28.11.1914
Remainder; without right signature and serial number. Highest denomination of series. WBG terms this "UNC 62 TOP".
Grade: WBG UNC 62 TOP    Bank Name: Etat du Grand-Duche de Luxembourg
Lot #50767 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
26 50 Centimes 11.12.1918 (1919)
This type is seldom offered in anything above Fine/VF. WBG terms this "UNC 62 TOP". This denomination has proven to be considerably tougher to find than the 1 Franc.
Grade: WBG UNC 62 TOP    Bank Name: Etat du Grand-Duche de Luxembourg
Lot #50768 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
27 1 Franc 11.12.1918 (1919)
WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Considerably better than most show.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Etat du Grand-Duche de Luxembourg
Lot #50769 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
28 2 Francs 11.12.1918 (1919)
The later 2 Francs. WBG terms this "UNC 62". Terrific example.
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Etat du Grand-Duche de Luxembourg
Lot #50770 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
39a 100 Francs ND (1934)
Grand Duchess Charlotte and arms/seated woman with Adolphe Bridge and city view behind. Earlier and considerably scarcer type in black. WBG terms this "UNC 60 TOP".
Grade: WBG UNC 60 TOP    Bank Name: Grand-Duche de Luxembourg
Lot #50771 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
41 10 Frang 20.4.1940
Not issued. Paul Eyschen/arms. Eyschen was the eighth Prime Minister of Luxembourg serving for twenty-seven years from 1888 until his death in 1915 during the German occupation of World War I. Couple tiny margin nicks at top. Extremely difficult; not illustrated in the Standard Catalog.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Letzeburg
Lot #50772 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
60a 5000 Francs April 1993
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #67! Highest denomination of Grand Duke Jean series; European Center at Luxembourg-Kirchberg on back. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Institut Monetaire Luxembourg
Lot #50773 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
5 5000 Francs 22.9.1960
Highest denomination for this first series. Wonderful larger size original that seldom shows so choice; terrific color.
Grade: Ch. VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque de la Republique du Mali
Lot #50774 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 650.00 - $ 900.00)
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 #50775 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
15b 10,000 Francs ND (1970-84)
Highest denomination of series. Man with fez and factory/weaver and young woman; signature 4. Pressed; few scattered pinholes; closed margin tear at top. By far the most difficult signature combination.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Mali
Lot #50776 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
15d 10,000 Francs ND (1972-84)
Man with fez and factory/weaver and young woman; signature 6. Moderate stains and rippling down left. We have offered this variety only three times in the last eighteen years.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Mali
Lot #50777 - World Paper Money > Martinique - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
7b 25 Francs ND (1922-30)
Early classic design which we have not offered in over 15 years; signatures Dinlage, Pradeu, and Bellonie. WBG terms this "Fine 15 staple holes with rust". Still, overall pleasing appearance that looks better than its technical condition. Unpriced in any condition in the Standard Catalog; terrific opportunity.
Grade: WBG Fine 15    Bank Name: Banque de la Martinique
Lot #50778 - World Paper Money > Martinique - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
13 100 Francs ND (1945)
Woman with scepter and ship in background at center; signatures Arnaud, Rosemain, and Calvy. WBG terms this "VF 30 margin repair".
Grade: WBG VF 30    Bank Name: Banque de la Martinique
Lot #50779 - World Paper Money > Martinique - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
14 500 Francs ND (1945)
Highest denomination of series. Woman with scepter and ship in background/palm trees and other vegetation. Tough signature combination of Arnaud, Rosemain, and Calvy. Few pieces missing; toned; other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Banque de la Martinique
Lot #50780 - World Paper Money > Martinique - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
22b 1000 Francs L. 2.12.1941 (1944-47)
Wonderful phoenix type; ANNULE multiple stampings in red. Serial number #TA 077788 not listed in WW II Remembered; only two reported in that source. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 reembossed". Magnificent in every way.
Grade: PCGS Ch. Abt. New 58    Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France Libre
Lot #50781 - World Paper Money > Martinique - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
34s 5000 Francs ND (1952)
SPECIMEN stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination; General Schoelcher. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Elusive in any form.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer
Lot #50782 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
1F 1 Dollar 1.9.1842
Made on back of cut Mauritius Commercial Bank issues. Solid example.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Special Finance Committee
Lot #50783 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
16 5 Rupees 1.7.1924
Large size; uniface. Arms. Few slits; few pinholes. Scarce. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50784 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
22 5 Rupees ND (1937)
Arms and King George VI; prefix G with signature combination Chamberlain and Rich. PMG terms this "AU 50".
Grade: PMG AU 50    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50785 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
22 5 Rupees ND (1949)
Arms and King George VI. Series J; signatures O'Connor and Kain. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50786 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
22 5 Rupees ND (1950)
Arms and King George VI. Series K; signatures O'Connor and Harvais. WBG terms this "AU 53".
Grade: WBG AU 53    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50787 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
23a 10 Rupees ND (1937)
King George VI; portrait in brown. Signatures Chamberlain and Rousden. Prefix A. Small edge tear top center and slight foxing for this overall pleasing original.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50788 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
24c 25 Cents ND (1940)
Uniface; arms and King George VI. PCGS terms this "Superb Gem New 67 PPQ".
Grade: PCGS Superb Gem New 67 PPQ    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50789 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
25c 50 Cents ND (1944)
Uniface; King George VI. Signatures Chamberlain and Rich. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50790 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
26 1 Rupee ND (1942)
King George VI; prefix D. Signatures Chamberlain and Ramsden. WBG terms this "AU 53 TOP".
Grade: WBG AU 53 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50791 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 7,000.00)
26A 1 Rupee 27.3.1942 (old date 22.2.1911)
Provisional World War II issue printed on back of old 1 Rupee from 1927. Far different than anything else issued by Mauritius at this time. Couple pinholes; pink stain. Only the second we have ever offered in almost 18 years.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50792 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
27a 5 Rupees ND (1955)
Queen Elizabeth II/arms; signatures Wilson and Harvais. Prefix M. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Lovely.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50793 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
27a 5 Rupees ND (1960)
Queen Elizabeth II/arms; signatures Bates and Hermans. Prefix N. WBG terms this "AU 50 TOP".
Grade: WBG AU 50 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50794 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
27a 5 Rupees ND (1964)
Queen Elizabeth II/arms; signatures Greig and Blackburn. Prefix P. WBG terms this "AU 53 pink margin stain".
Grade: WBG AU 53    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50795 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
27a 5 Rupees ND (1965)
Queen Elizabeth II/arms; signatures Greig and Hermans. Prefix Q. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50796 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
28a 10 Rupees ND (1954)
Queen Elizabeth II and mountain scene/arms. Signatures Hinchey and Harvais. Prefix A. WBG terms this "VF 25".
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50797 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
28a 10 Rupees ND (1964)
Queen Elizabeth II and mountain scene/arms. Signatures Greig and Blackburn. Prefix F. WBG terms this "AU 50".
Grade: WBG AU 50    Bank Name: Government of Mauritius
Lot #50798 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
5a 50 Centimes 1919
Uniface; orange card. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Protectorat de la France au Maroc
Lot #50799 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
11? 10 Francs 0-0-00 (1920-28)
SPECIMEN perforated diagonally; block number, serial number, and date of zeroes. Tough earlier issue. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 minor stains"; no examples currently on the population report in this form.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50800 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,000.00)
16c 1000 Francs 18.6.1946
Larger size type; highest denomination of series with wonderful French design of city view. For accuracy, slight foxing. Overall lovely original. Ex-Chet Krause Collection.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50801 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
18? 20 Francs 0-0-00 (1929-45)
SPECIMEN (without designation); block number, serial number, and date of zeroes. Tower/arms. Wonderful extended margins. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50802 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
20? 100 Francs 00-00-00 (1928-47)
SPECIMEN perforated twice vertically; serial number, block number, and date of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. Fortress/arms. PMG terms this "AU 53 EPQ".
Grade: PMG AU 53 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50803 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
23a 5000 Francs 28.9.1938
First date for type. Few unobtrusive pinholes at left and right; tiny spot at bottom right on back. This original is far better than most show.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50804 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
23c 5000; 5000 Francs 6.9.1949
TWO NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. Highest denomination of series; Moroccan city overlooking sea/fortress. Slight discoloration at various places, primarily at left. Excellent crispness for these originals; we have not previously offered a consecutive pair.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50805 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
46A 1000 Francs 29.5.1951
SPECIMEN (#6) with printer's logo in black; serial number and block number of zeroes. Dated 29.5.51. Building/mountain view. Listed only in this form. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63". Seldom offered.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50806 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
47? 1000 Francs 00-0-00 (1951-58)
SPECIMEN (without designation); block number, serial number, and date of zeroes. Mosque, city, and hills. Wonderful wide margins. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50807 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
48 5000 Francs 00-0-00
SPECIMEN (#42) with printer's logo in black; serial number, block number, and date of zeroes. Building/ancient bridge. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63". Extremely difficult in any form; not illustrated in the Standard Catalog.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50808 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
51 50 Dirhams on 5000 Francs ND (old date 23.7.1953)
Attractive, larger size type; mosque with hills/dam. Terrific original. We have offered considerably fewer of this denomination than of the 100 Dirhams/10,000 Francs type.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50809 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
52 100 Dirhams on 10000 Francs ND (old date 28.4.1955)
Large size attractive type with red overprint for new monetary unit; city view/building. Highest denomination of series. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 63    Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc
Lot #50810 - World Paper Money > Nepal - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
20 500 Rupees ND (1972)
Here is an extremely difficult issued note! King Vikrama/tigers. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58". The first we have offered in issued form.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Central Bank of Nepal
Lot #50811 - World Paper Money > Nepal - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
28a 1000 Rupees ND (1974)
The other country key. Highest denomination of series. King Birendra Bir Bikram, temple, and Great Stupa/elephant and arms. WBG terms this "UNC 60Q staining".
Grade: WBG UNC 60Q    Bank Name: Central Bank of Nepal
Lot #50812 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
2 10 Gulden 15.1.1898
Rare early type. Standing woman and lion, and Queen Wilhelmina as child. Series IH. Couple areas of modest restoration. Completely unpriced in the Standard Catalog. Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Koninkrijk der Nederlanden Muntbiljet
Lot #50813 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
37? 40 Gulden 20.2.1923
Sensational original for type. Mercury, Prince Maurits, and galleon/riverside in Amsterdam. Prefix AQ. Terrific original with excellent color and paper quality.
Grade: Ch. VF    Bank Name: De Nederlandsche Bank
Lot #50814 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
39d? 100 Gulden 5.9.1929
Large size type. Woman seated; prefix letter and serial number 3 mm. Bold original with terrific paper quality and strong color; significantly better than most show.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: De Nederlandsche Bank
Lot #50815 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
41 300 Gulden 9.4.1926
Unusual denomination and key to series. Woman seated; ornate design on back. Series AC with larger letters. Restoration area at lower center. Still, outstanding collector opportunity.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: De Nederlandsche Bank
Lot #50816 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
68s 50 Gulden 4.2.1943
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red on face and back; punch cancelled over signature with serial number of zeroes. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Muntbiljet
Lot #50817 - World Paper Money > Netherlands Indies - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
68s2 40 Gulden ND (1919-21)
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red; punch cancelled at signatures area, without serial number. Without signatures. Javasche Bank building in Batavia/text in four languages (Dutch, Javanese, Chinese, and Arabic). WBG terms this "AU 53".
Grade: WBG AU 53    Bank Name: De Javasche Bank
Lot #50818 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
4a 1 Gulden 2.1.1950
Queen Juliana; prefix BD. WBG terms this "AU 55". Scarce.
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #50819 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 575.00 - $ 800.00)
5a 2 1/2 Gulden 2.1.1950
Queen Juliana; prefix EN. Lightly flattened; few small spots; small writing bottom right on back. Scarce.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #50820 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
6a 5 Gulden 2.1.1950
Queen Juliana and Greater bird of paradise; prefix HJ. Areas of light soiling. We have offered this type only a couple times prior; key addition for any collection. Quality original.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #50821 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
8a 25 Gulden 2.1.1950
Terrific rarity. Queen Juliana and greater bird of paradise; prefix LB. Light soiling. No issued examples listed on the population report. Virtually unobtainable.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #50822 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 75.00 - $ 150.00)
11a 1 Gulden 8.12.1954
Initial denomination of series; sicklebill and Queen Juliana. Prefix BE. Small slit bottom right; areas of soiling. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Abt. Fine    Bank Name: Nederlands Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #50823 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
12a 2 1/2 Gulden 8.12.1954
Sicklebill and Queen Juliana. Prefix EK. WBG terms this "VF 25".
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Nederlands Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #50824 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
13a 5 Gulden 8.12.1954
Sicklebill and Queen Juliana. Prefix HN. WBG terms this "VF 25".
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Nederlands Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #50825 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 300.00 - $ 450.00)
14a 10 Gulden 8.12.1954
Crowned pigeon and Queen Juliana/stylized bird of paradise. Prefix KM. Moderate soiling.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Nederlands Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #50826 - World Paper Money > Netherlands New Guinea - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
15a 25 Gulden 8.12.1954
Lower three digit serial number; prefix LC. Higher denomination from the Queen Juliana series; crowned pigeon on face and stylized bird of paradise on back. Pressed; couple pinholes.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Nederlands Nieuw-Guinea
Lot #50827 - World Paper Money > New Caledonia - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
17 100 Francs 11.3.1914
Large size, very difficult note. Classic design of elephant columns and two reclining women with ox and tiger. PMG terms this "VF 30"; tied with one other as the best of only five on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine
Lot #50828 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,750.00)
154 10 Shillings 1.8.1934
Kiwi and Maori Chief Tawhiao. Prefix Y. PMG terms this "VF 25 ink".
Grade: PMG VF 25        Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Lot #50829 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
162a 50 Pounds ND (1955-56)
Highest denomination of Captain Cook series; sailing ship/dairy farm and Mount Egmont. Difficult Hanna signature.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Lot #50830 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
162c 50 Pounds ND (1956-67)
Highest denomination of Captain Cook series; sailing ship/dairy farm and Mount Egmont. Fleming signature. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 minor thinning".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand
Lot #50831 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S234a 1 Pound 1.10.1931
King Tawhiao; bank name in straight line. Reid signature. PMG terms this "VF 30 minor repairs".
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: Bank of New Zealand
Lot #50832 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S235 5 Pounds 1.10.1929
King Tawhiao; prefix A. PMG terms this "VF 30 minor repairs"; one of only two examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: Bank of New Zealand
Lot #50833 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
17b 10 Centavos D. 1894
Locally made; arms on back. Red signatures. Purple hand stamps. WBG terms this "AU 55". Significantly better than most show for this type.
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Billete del Tesoro Nacional Republica de Nicaragua
Lot #50834 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
18a 20 Centavos D. 1894
Next in the series. Stamped in purple "Registrado Folio 1312". Not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. WBG terms this "VF 25". Vastly underrated denomination.
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Billete del Tesoro Nacional Republica de Nicaragua
Lot #50835 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
102a? 20 Cordobas 1954
SPECIMEN (#7) with two printer's logos stamped in black on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Scene with Rafaela Herrera/map. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with only one other as the only examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua
Lot #50836 - World Paper Money > Nigeria - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
1 1 Shilling Dec. 1918
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #00038. Uniface emergency issue. Few small spots; light soiling. We have only offered this type a couple of times in approximately eighteen years. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Government of Nigeria
Lot #50837 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
35c 1000 Kroner 1962
Highest denomination of series. Henrik Ibsen. Last date for type; signatures Brohus and Ottesen. Quality original.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Norges Bank
Lot #50838 - World Paper Money > Oman - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
1a; 2a; 3a; 4a; 5a; 6a 100 Baiza; 1/4; 1/2; 1; 5; 10 Rials ND (1970)
SIX NOTES; complete set from first issue. All choice. Wonderful opportunity.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Sultanate of Muscat and Oman
Lot #50839 - World Paper Money > Pakistan - ($ 3,600.00 - $ 4,500.00)
1A/J 5.18.1 2 Rupees ND (1948)
Overprint for Pakistan and King George VI. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 pinholes" (few upper left). The 2 Rupees has always been extremely difficult in any grade.
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Government of Pakistan
Lot #50840 - World Paper Money > Pakistan - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
R3 10 Rupees ND (1971)
Mohammed Ali Jinnah; overprint "FOR HAJ PILGRIMS FROM PAKISTAN/FOR USE IN SAUDI ARABIA ONLY". WBG terms this "AU 50 staple holes as issued, staining".
Grade: WBG AU 50    Bank Name: State Bank of Pakistan Haj Pilgrim
Lot #50841 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,500.00)
6a 500 Mils 1.9.1927
Initial denomination; extremely difficult first date for type, prefix A. Lightly flattened. Still, overall pleasing.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board
Lot #50842 - World Paper Money > Panama - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
22a 1 Balboa 1941
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #000441. Balboa/arms. Made during the short-lived, anti-American government of President Arnulfo Arias. PMG terms this "VF 25".
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Banco Central de Emision de la Republica de Panama
Lot #50843 - World Paper Money > Panama - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
22s 1 Balboa 1941
SPECIMEN stamped in blue; punch cancelled at signatures area, serial number of zeroes. With signatures. Balboa/arms. Made during the short-lived, anti-American government of President Arnulfo Arias. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Central de Emision de la Republica de Panama
Lot #50844 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
10 500 Soles 30.6.1879
Highest denomination of series. Shield and four cherubs/great back design of "Funeral of Atahualpa". Prefix C. PMG terms this "VF 30 pinholes"; tied with one other as the best of only four on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: Republica del Peru
Lot #50845 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
A26a 1 Peso L. 30.11.1898-24.4.1899
Extremely rare issued note. Purple series A, brown serial number. Embossed seal at left. Hand signed by Pedro A. Paterno. The first Philippine Republic had barely issued a few pieces when it was overrun by American forces; at that point, the Philippines became a United States possession. From an extremely relevant and historic series. PMG terms this "AU 53 stained"; by itself, clearly the best of only four examples on the population report. Wonderful opportunity.
Grade: PMG AU 53    Bank Name: Republica Filipina
Lot #50846 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
21 200 Pesos 1.1.1928
Highest denomination of series. Justice with scales and shield. Only 1060 made. Several clip marks at left and upper left. The last of the 200 Pesos printings.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Bank of the Philippine Islands
Lot #50847 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
25a 2 Pesos 1903
LOW TWO DIGIT SERIAL NUMBER #33. Made by the United States Bureau of Engraving and Printing. First denomination from this issuer; seal with standing woman with hammer and anvil, the design of the silver coinage which also began in 1903. Apparently, this seal was not considered appropriate, and a new design was approved on February 18, 1905. Jose Rizal type with William H. Taft signature as Civil Governor. Couple pinholes; small rust mark at top left; moderate soiling.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Philippine Islands-Silver Certificate
Lot #50848 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
27A 10 Pesos 1903
Rare vertical overprint issue "SUBJECT TO THE PROVISIONS OF THE/ACT OF CONGRESS, APPROVED/JUNE 23, 1906" on design of previous 10 Pesos, with change in seal and signatures to Henry C. Ide and Branagan (the only note with Ide signature). Overprint signifies that notes were redeemable in silver or gold instead of just silver. Tiny splits and other signs of circulation. Excellent opportunity.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Philippine Islands-Silver Certificate
Lot #50849 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
32a 2 Pesos 1906
First signature combination of Smith-Branagan; Rizal. PMG terms this "VF 30 annotation". Better than most show.
Grade: PMG VF 30    Bank Name: Philippine Islands Silver Certificate
Lot #50850 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
50 100 Pesos 1920
Highest denomination of series; Magellan. The only such denomination made for this issuer. A scant 200,000 produced. Dark green frame on face and olive green on back is standard for type. PMG terms this "VF 25 tear" (upper left); tied for second of only six examples on the population report. Better than the Pineda example which hammered for $3200.
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Philippine National Bank
Lot #50851 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 7,000.00)
65b 50 Pesos 1918
General Lawton. Scarcer Harrison-Carmona signature combination. A mere 100,000 made. PMG terms this "Fine 12 NET discoloration"; one of only two examples on the population report. Difficult type; a key note from this era.
Grade: PMG Fine 12 NET    Bank Name: Philippine Islands Treasury Certificate
Lot #50852 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 6,500.00 - $ 10,000.00)
67 500 Pesos 1918
Highest denomination of series; Legazpi. Only 40,000 made. PMG terms this "VF 20 erasure"; one of only three examples on the population report. Incredible opportunity.
Grade: PMG VF 20    Bank Name: Philippine Islands Treasury Certificate
Lot #50853 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 100.00 - $ 200.00)
83a 5 Pesos 1936
McKinley and Dewey.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Philippine Commonwealth Treasury Certificate
Lot #50854 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 150.00 - $ 250.00)
83b 5 Pesos 1936
WAR DEPARTMENT issue with serial #3362147; dated 1936, but printed in 1944. Only 200,000 made. William McKinley and Admiral Dewey. Quite scarce.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Philippine Commonwealth Treasury Certificate
Lot #50855 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
83?/RG13 5 Pesos 1936
REPLACEMENT; very difficult in this form. PMG terms this "VF 25 minor rust"; tied for second of only five examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Philippine Commonwealth Treasury Certificate
Lot #50856 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
92b 10 Pesos 1941
George Washington. This 10 Pesos was processed by the Bureau of Standards to simulate circulation. It was thought until very recently that only two pieces may exist. Although 60,000 were processed, examples are just about never on the market at any time or place. PMG terms this "VF 20 NET rust, pinholes"; the better of only two examples on the population report. Critically important opportunity for the Philippines collector; here is your chance to acquire a spectacular World War II rarity.
Grade: PMG VF 20 NET    Bank Name: Philippine Commonwealth Treasury Certificate
Lot #50857 - World Paper Money > Philippines - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
97?/RH15 10 Pesos ND (1944)
Tough REPLACEMENT; asterisk suffix. PMG terms this "AU 50 EPQ"; by itself, clearly the best out of seven examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG AU 50 EPQ    Bank Name: Philippine Commonwealth "VICTORY" series
Lot #50858 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
123 50 Escudos 31.8.1920
Passos Manoel/statue and ornate archway. Suffix 1BJ. PCGS Europe terms this "VF 25 repair, washed, pressed". First date, which we have only once previously offered, for this tough type.
Grade: PCGS Europe VF 25    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal
Lot #50859 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,250.00)
123 50 Escudos 3.2.1927
Passos Manoel/statue and ornate archway. Suffix 1NX. PMG terms this "XF 45 tear repairs". Difficult type.
Grade: PMG XF 45    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal
Lot #50860 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
124 100 Escudos 15.8.1927
Diego do Couto/allegorical figures and castle. Different left signature than Standard Catalog illustration. PMG terms this "VF 35 NET repaired, pieces added".
Grade: PMG VF 35 NET    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal
Lot #50861 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 550.00 - $ 850.00)
140 100 Escudos 12.8.1930
Gomes Freire, allegorical figures, and pillars/horse cart and town. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 NET repaired"; tied with one other as the best of four on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 30 NET    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal
Lot #50862 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
147 500 Escudos 18.11.1932
Chapa 5. Jose da Silva Carvalho and Palacio de Queluz/Queluz. Extremely difficult in any grade. PMG terms this "VF 30 NET repaired"; one of only two examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 30 NET    Bank Name: Banco de Portugal
Lot #50863 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
19/J 12.9.1 4 Tangas 1.10.1917
Steamship seal type II/allegorical woman seated. Green seal. Light soiling on back. Overall quality original with good color.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50864 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
20/J 12.10.1 8 Tangas 1.10.1917
Tough denomination. WBG terms this "Ch. XF 45 missing tiny margin piece". Significantly better than most show.
Grade: WBG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50865 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
23/J 12.13.1 1 Rupia 1.1.1924
Very difficult; without decreto. Couple small holes lower left; stain bottom center; few small spots. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50866 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
23A/J 12.21.1 1 Rupia 1.1.1924 (1929)
Tiger head/city scene with merchants. Decreto at upper left. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58". Phenomenal condition for generally heavily circulated type.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50867 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 5,500.00)
33?/J 12.26.3? 20 Rupias 11.1.1938
SPECIMEN (#C825) perforated; punch cancellations at left, serial number of zeroes. Few small holes upper left; small hole below punch cancellation at lower left. In this condition, extremely difficult in any form.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50868 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 5,500.00)
33?/J 12.26.4? 20 Rupias 11.1.1938
SPECIMEN (#105A) stamped; punch cancelled at signatures area, serial number of zeroes. Light residue down right on back. Seldom offered in any form so choice.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50869 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,450.00 - $ 1,750.00)
35/J 12.29.1 5 Rupias 29.11.1945
A. de Albuquerque/sailing ships and arms. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". Significantly better than most show.
Grade: PMG AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50870 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
35?/J 12.29? 5 Rupias 29.11.1945
SPECIMEN (#102) stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50871 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
36/J 12.30.3 10 Rupias 29.11.1945
A. de Albuquerque/sailing ships and arms. WBG terms this "VF 25".
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50872 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
36?/J 12.30.5? 10 Rupias 29.11.1945
SPECIMEN (#99) stamped ESPECIME in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 63 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50873 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 300.00 - $ 450.00)
37/J 12.31.7 20 Rupias 29.11.1945
A. de Albuquerque/sailing ships and arms. This original with areas of soiling. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Abt. Fine    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50874 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
37?/J 12.31.1? 20 Rupias 29.11.1945
SPECIMEN (#99) stamped ESPECIME in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Seldom seen in this form.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50875 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
38/J 12.32.1 50 Rupias 29.11.1945
Very scarce higher denomination from Albuquerque series. Edge nicks; margin roughness; small hole at left; and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50876 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
38/J 12.32.6 50 Rupias 29.11.1945
Very scarce higher denomination from Albuquerque series. Small center hole; couple pinholes; several small thins on back. The face is in considerably better condition than the back on this original. Now very tough in any grade. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Abt. Fine    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50877 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
39/J 12.33.3 100 Rupias 29.11.1945
Tough high denomination from Albuquerque series. Lightly flattened; light soiling. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50878 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
39/J 12.33.6 100 Rupias 29.11.1945
Steamship seal and de Albuquerque. Partial date stamping at upper right. Light soiling; couple pinholes at left. A difficult denomination in any grade.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50879 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
40/J 12.34.7 500 Rupias 29.11.1945
Highest denomination of Albuquerque series. Several small holes at upper left. In issued form, this type is rarely offered in any condition.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50880 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
41/J 12.35.2 30 Escudos 2.1.1959
WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Outstanding original.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50881 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
41?/J 12.35.2? 30 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#47) stamped in black; serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". We are pleased to offer the complete series as specimens, offered in individual lots starting here.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50882 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
42/J 12.36.1 60 Escudos 2.1.1959
WBG terms this "AU 50". Better than most show.
Grade: WBG AU 50    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50883 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
42?/J 12.36.4? 60 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#46) stamped in red; serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Wonderful example.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50884 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 300.00 - $ 450.00)
43/J12.37.5 100 Escudos 2.1.1959
A. de Albuquerque. Pressed; soil streak down center on back.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50885 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
43?/J 12.37.2? 100 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#35) stamped with two printer's logos, all in black on face and back; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50886 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
43?/J 12.37.3? 100 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#47) stamped in black; serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50887 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
44/J 12.38.1 300 Escudos 2.1.1959
A. de Albuquerque. This original with staple holes at left and spindle hole at left center.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50888 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
44/J 12.38.4 300 Escudos 2.1.1959
Higher denomination from this series. PMG terms this "XF 40 stained".
Grade: PMG XF 40    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50889 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
44?/J 12.38.4? 300 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#26) stamped with two printer's logos, all in black on face and back; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50890 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
45/J12.39.6 600 Escudos 2.1.1959
Higher denomination of the de Albuquerque series. This original with staple holes at left and spindle hole at left center. Small writing at upper left center partially erased; tiny spot bottom right corner. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50891 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
45?/J 12.39.5? 600 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#25) stamped with two printer's logos, all in black on face and back; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50892 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
46/J12.40.6 1000 Escudos 2.1.1959
Highest denomination of the de Albuquerque series. Lightly flattened; few pinholes at left and small mark at left. Strong color.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50893 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
46?/J 12.40.4? 1000 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#19) stamped with two printer's logos, all in black on face and back; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #50894 - World Paper Money > Puerto Rico - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
48b 10 Dollars 1.7.1909
Extremely tough issued note. Highest denomination of series with Ponce de Leon/Liberty. Cancelled with punch holes; purple overprint CANCELADO on face and back. Series F. PMG terms this "Ch. Fine 15 NET foreign substance, rust, tears"; the best of only three examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. Fine 15 NET    Bank Name: Banco Espanol de Puerto Rico
Lot #50895 - World Paper Money > Qatar - ($ 100.00 - $ 175.00)
1a 1 Riyal ND (1973)
Initial denomination of series. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Qatar Monetary Agency
Lot #50896 - World Paper Money > Qatar - ($ 200.00 - $ 300.00)
2a 5 Riyals ND (1973)
Well underrated denomination. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Qatar Monetary Agency
Lot #50897 - World Paper Money > Qatar - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
3a 10 Riyals ND (1973)
Arms/monetary agency building. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Qatar Monetary Agency
Lot #50898 - World Paper Money > Qatar - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
4a 50 Riyals ND (1973)
A key to series. Arms/off shore oil drilling. WBG terms this "AU 53 TOP". Tough denomination.
Grade: WBG AU 53 TOP    Bank Name: Qatar Monetary Agency
Lot #50899 - World Paper Money > Qatar - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
5a 100 Riyals ND (1973)
Ornate design; arms/Ministry of Finance. Now quite scarce. WBG terms this "VF 20 staple holes".
Grade: WBG VF 20    Bank Name: Qatar Monetary Agency
Lot #50900 - World Paper Money > Qatar & Dubai - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 7,000.00)
2a 5 Riyals ND (1960)
Dhow, derrick and palm tree. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of 120 on the population report. Terrific piece!
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Qatar & Dubai Currency Board
Lot #50901 - World Paper Money > Qatar & Dubai - ($ 10,000.00 - $ 13,500.00)
6a 100 Riyals ND (1960s)
Highest denomination of series. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45". Far better than most show.
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Qatar & Dubai Currency Board
Lot #50902 - World Paper Money > Qatar & Dubai - ($ 11,500.00 - $ 13,500.00)
1a; 2a; 3a; 6a 1; 5; 10; 100 Riyals ND (ca. 1960)
FOUR NOTES. PMG terms the 1 Riyal "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; 5 Riyals, "VF 20 NET rust, annotations"; 10 Riyals, "Ch. VF 35"; and 100 Riyals, "Ch. VF 35 NET rust, annotation". Excellent collector opportunity.
Grade: PMG graded    Bank Name: Qatar & Dubai Currency Board
Lot #50903 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 400.00 - $ 800.00)
21 10 Centimes ND (1917)
Small size piece on tan card. Embossed seal; signature on back. Seldom seen.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Banque de la Reunion
Lot #50904 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
40 1000 Francs L. 1944
Classic design of Phoenix rising from flames/war and peace scenes. Prefix TD with this serial number used in Reunion. PMG terms this "VF 25 tears, pinholes".
Grade: PMG VF 25    Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer
Lot #50905 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
46a 500 Francs ND (1947)
Buildings and sailboat, two women/ox-carts. WBG terms this "Ch. XF 45".
Grade: WBG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer
Lot #50906 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
48a 5000 Francs ND (1947)
Highest denomination and key to series. Abolitionist General Schoelcher/family. "LA REUNION" at top and bottom. WBG terms this "VF 25 pinholes, faint graffiti".
Grade: WBG VF 25    Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer
Lot #50907 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
49a 100 Francs ND (1960)
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. This original with smudge at right. Ex Leclerc Collection.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer
Lot #50908 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
52a 1000 Francs ND (1964)
Two women (symbol of "Union Francaise")/two men in canoe. "DEPARTEMENT DE LA REUNION" at top and bottom. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35 staple holes".
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise
Lot #50909 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
53a 5000 Francs ND (1965)
Highest denomination of series; General Schoelcher type. "DEPARTEMENT DE LA REUNION" at top and bottom. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP". Wonderful example.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 63 TOP    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise
Lot #50910 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
54a 10 Nouveaux Francs on 500 Francs ND (1967)
Initial denomination from last series with Reunion name; very scarce first signature combination. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". We have offered this variety only once prior in nearly 18 years.
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise
Lot #50911 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
55a 20 Nouveaux Francs on 1000 Francs ND (1967)
Next denomination from last series with Reunion name; tough first signature combination. Two women/canoe and woman. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58". We have offered this variety only once prior in nearly 18 years.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise
Lot #50912 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
55b 20 Nouveaux Francs on 1000 Francs ND (1971)
Second signature combination. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise
Lot #50913 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
56b 100 Nouveaux Francs on 5000 Francs ND (1971)
Large, colorful French printed original for Reunion with Gen. Schoelcher. WBG terms this "UNC 60Q toning".
Grade: WBG UNC 60Q    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise
Lot #50914 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
21a 1 Pound 11.6.1957
Queen Elizabeth II and arms/Zimbabwe ruins. Series X/20. WBG terms this "AU 53 TOP".
Grade: WBG AU 53 TOP    Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland
Lot #50915 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
21a 1 Pound 24.6.1957
Queen Elizabeth II and arms/Zimbabwe ruins; prefix X/21. WBG terms this "AU 55".
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland
Lot #50916 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
21b 1 Pound 5.12.1960
Queen Elizabeth II and arms/Zimbabwe ruins. Prefix X/52. WBG terms this "AU 53 TOP".
Grade: WBG AU 53 TOP    Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland
Lot #50917 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
21b 1 Pound 30.12.1960
Queen Elizabeth II and arms/Zimbabwe ruins. Series X/62. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland
Lot #50918 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
21b 1 Pound 9.1.1961
Queen Elizabeth II and arms/Zimbabwe ruins. Series X/65. WBG terms this "AU 55 paperclip rust" (small area on back).
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland
Lot #50919 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
23a 10 Pounds 15.4.1957
Queen Elizabeth II/elephants. Highest denomination; split prefix Z/1. This original has multiple pinholes, primarily at upper left; tear at top left that extends into design; and few smaller tears. Rarely offered; the present example has an earlier date.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland
Lot #50920 - World Paper Money > Romania - ($ 3,150.00 - $ 4,000.00)
41 20 Lei 28.4.1939
Not issued. SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Girl with fruit and boy with oar. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; by itself, the best of only five examples on the population report and the first we have ever offered.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Banca Nationala a Romaniei
Lot #50921 - World Paper Money > Romania - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
48b 5000 Lei 6.9.1940 (old date 31.3.1931)
Danube landscape and King Carol II/fantastic medieval scene on back. Prefix M/l. According to the Standard Catalog, "purported to commemorate the coronation of King Michael I". Slight foxing. Overall appealing.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banca Nationala Romaniei
Lot #50922 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
A21 25 Rubles 1818
Very difficult early type. Crowned double-headed eagle with shield/denomination. Several slits; spots; margin pieces missing; other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Good    Bank Name: State Assignat
Lot #50923 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 2,000.00)
2a 3 Rubles 1898
Russian eagle. Pleske signature; Sofronov signature for cashier. PMG terms this "VF 25"; only four examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 25        Bank Name: State Credit Note
Lot #50924 - World Paper Money > Rwanda - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,000.00)
5 1000 Francs ND (1962-old date 31.7.1962)
Highest denomination of series; zebra. Embossed stamping at right center. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58"; second best of only four examples on the population report. Seldom offered.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Banque d'Emission du Rwanda et du Burundi
Lot #50925 - World Paper Money > Sarawak - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
21 5 Dollars 1.1.1938
Charles Vyner Brooke. WBG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: WBG VF 30    Bank Name: Government of Sarawak
Lot #50926 - World Paper Money > Sarawak - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
25b 10 Cents 1.8.1940
Uniface; Charles Vyner Brooke. Series B. WBG terms this "AU 50".
Grade: WBG AU 50    Bank Name: Government of Sarawak
Lot #50927 - World Paper Money > Sarawak - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
25c 10 Cents 1.8.1940
Uniface; Charles Vyner Brooke. Series C. WBG terms this "AU 55".
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Government of Sarawak
Lot #50928 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
1 10 Riyals AH1372 (1953)
This Pilgrim Receipt is the first ever issue for country; it was made by TDLR and backed by silver riyals at issue.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50929 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 650.00 - $ 800.00)
2 1 Riyal AH1375 (1956)
Haj Pilgrim Receipt. Entrance to Royal Palace in Jedda. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 pinhole".
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50930 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
3 5 Riyals AH1373 (1954)
Haj Pilgrim Receipt. Key denomination to series. Dhow in Jedda harbor/arms. Solid original.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50931 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
4 10 Riyals AH1373 (1954)
Haj Pilgrim Receipt. Two dhows/arms. Strong original with attractive color.
Grade: Ch. XF/AU    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50932 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 2,000.00)
4?/RC1 10 Riyals AH1373 (1954)
REPLACEMENT. Haj Pilgrim Receipt. Two dhows/arms. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Quite scarce as a replacement.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50933 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 50.00 - $ 100.00)
6a 1 Riyal L. AH1379 (1961)
Initial denomination of series. Hill of Light/arms. Appealing original.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50934 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
7a 5 Riyals L. AH1379 (1961)
Fortress/arms. First signature combination. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Quite appealing.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50935 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
8a 10 Riyals L. AH1379 (1961)
Dhows in Jedda Harbor; first signature combination. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50936 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
8b 10 Riyals L. AH1379 (1961)
Dhows in Jedda Harbor; second signature combination. Pleasing original.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50937 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,500.00)
9a 50 Riyals L. AH1379 (1961)
Derrick/arms; first signature combination. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ". Difficult to find so choice.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58 EPQ    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50938 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 7,500.00)
9b 50 Riyals L. AH1379 (1961)
Derrick/arms; second signature combination. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50939 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
10b 100 Riyals L. AH1379 (1961)
Key issued type with second signature. Solid original. We have offered this variety only once prior in the last eight years.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50940 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 150.00 - $ 250.00)
11a 1 Riyal L. AH1379 (1968)
Government building/arms. First signature combination. Choice original.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50941 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 100.00 - $ 175.00)
11b 1 Riyal L. AH1379 (1968)
Government building/arms. Second signature combination. Choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50942 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
12a 5 Riyals L. AH1379 (1968)
Airport/oil loading. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50943 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
13 10 Riyals L. AH1379 (1968)
Mosque/wall with arches. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; only 18 better of 274 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50944 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,350.00)
14a 50 Riyals L. AH1379 (1968)
Courtyard/arms and row of palms. First signature combination. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". Considerably better than generally shows.
Grade: PMG Ch. UNC 64 EPQ    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50945 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
14b 50 Riyals L. AH1379 (1976)
Courtyard/arms and row of palms. Second signature combination. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50946 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 300.00 - $ 450.00)
15a 100 Riyals L. AH1379 (1966)
Highest denomination of series; government building/derricks. First signature combination. A few light stains for this original.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50947 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
15b 100 Riyals L. AH1379 (1966)
Highest denomination of series; government building/derricks. Second signature combination. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58". Strong example.
Grade: PMG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency
Lot #50948 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
244? 1 Pound 11.11.1889
SPECIMEN with printer's logo stamped in red; punch cancelled, without serial number. Precedes Standard Catalog listing by four years. Single signature for Manager. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: National Bank of Scotland
Lot #50949 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 600.00 - $ 850.00)
S645 5 Pounds 1.7.1944
Early date of the Marischal College series. Lightly flattened. Seldom offered; first we have offered with this date.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: North of Scotland Bank Limited
Lot #50950 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
2c? 1 Rupee 1.7.1924
SPECIMEN in red in cursive; regular serial number. King George V. Few pinholes; writing on back. The first time we have offered this very tough date in any form.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50951 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 175.00 - $ 300.00)
2f 1 Rupee ND (1936)
Tough early type with King George V; uniface. Pressed; few small holes; small spots. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50952 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
3c 5 Rupees ND (1936)
Uniface; King George V. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35 TOP". All types from this series are quite scarce.
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50953 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
6a 50 Cents 7.7.1943
King George VI; uniface. Prefix A/1. PMG terms this "AU 55"; the best of only three on the population report.
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50954 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
7a 1 Rupee 7.7.1943
Next in the King George VI series. Small spots, particularly on back. Limited issuance. Eminently collectible original.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50955 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
7c 1 Rupee 6.1.1951
King George VI; signature title "Officer Administering the Government". Less than 100,000 numbers higher from the previous lot, and this is already the third variety! This appealing original has a few small spots.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50956 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
8 5 Rupees 7.4.1942
Next in the series; profile King George VI portrait. Prefix A/3. WBG terms this "AU 55". Becoming more difficult to find.
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50957 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
9 10 Rupees 7.4.1942
King George VI; prefix A/1. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Outstanding original.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50958 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
10 50 Rupees 7.4.1942
Highest denomination of the King George VI series. Pressed. A key type for any British Commonwealth collection.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50959 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
11a 5 Rupees 1.8.1954
Initial denomination of the first Queen Elizabeth II series; shared prefix A/7. WBG terms this "UNC 62"; looks even better than this technical condition.
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50960 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
11b 5 Rupees 1.8.1960
Second and final date for Queen Elizabeth II type; shared prefix A/7. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50961 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
12c 10 Rupees 1.5.1963
Queen Elizabeth II/seal with palm tree. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45"; one of six examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50962 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
12d 10 Rupees 1.1.1967
Queen Elizabeth II; last date with prefix A/4. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 63 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50963 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
13a 50 Rupees 1.8.1954
First date and highest denomination of this initial Queen Elizabeth II series for country. Few areas of light soiling for this overall pleasing original.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50964 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
13b 50 Rupees 1.8.1960
Highest denomination of Queen Elizabeth II series; prefix A/2. WBG terms this "XF 40 TOP". Very difficult in any higher grades.
Grade: WBG XF 40 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50965 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 150.00 - $ 250.00)
14a 5 Rupees 1.1.1968
Queen Elizabeth II. Initial denomination of a wonderful series. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 65 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50966 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 300.00 - $ 450.00)
15a 10 Rupees 1.1.1968
Queen Elizabeth II; letters spelling "SCUM" at bottom left. WBG terms this "AU 55".
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50967 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
15b 10 Rupees 1.1.1974
Queen Elizabeth II. "SCUM" in coral at lower left. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50968 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
16a 20 Rupees 1.1.1968
Next in this wonderful Queen Elizabeth II series. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50969 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
16b 20 Rupees 1.1.1971
Queen Elizabeth II. As with some types from the rest of the series, I would guess there is a word(s) hidden here as well. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50970 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
16c 20 Rupees 1.1.1974
Queen Elizabeth II; last date. Cute serial number #345655. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Wonderful original. Like some other types in this series, is there a word hidden somewhere here?
Grade: WBG Gem UNC 66 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50971 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
17a 50 Rupees 1.1.1968
Next in this Queen Elizabeth II series; lower four digit serial number. First date for the "SEX" note; that word spelled in palm trees at right. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50972 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
17b 50 Rupees 1.1.1969
Queen Elizabeth II. Extremely difficult second date for SEX note (word spelled in palm trees at right). Several small spots; writing at upper right on back. We have offered this date only once prior in over fifteen years. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50973 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
17d 50 Rupees 1.1.1972
A famed "SEX" note; that word can be seen in palms at far right. Sailing ship and Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50974 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
17e 50 Rupees 1.8.1973
Last date for Queen Elizabeth II type. The word "SEX" appears in palm trees at right. Serial number #A/1 206103 indicates how few were made for five different dates. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Lovely original.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50975 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 9,000.00)
18c 100 Rupees 1.1.1972
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. Land turtles. Intriguing serial number #034443, low for the third date of the type. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Very limited amount made; by far the best we have ever offered.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50976 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
18e 100 Rupees 1.6.1975
Land turtles and Queen Elizabeth II. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". In demand so choice.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Government of Seychelles
Lot #50977 - World Paper Money > Singapore - ($ 1,300.00 - $ 1,700.00)
16 1000 Dollars ND (1978)
High denomination from this series. Brahminy kite bird, city skyline, and arms/container ship terminal. Well obsolete. Wonderful design.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Board of Commissioners of Currency Singapore
Lot #50978 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
49? 5 Pond 189x
Uniface face proof; serial number B. With neither signatures nor date other than partial year. President Paul Kruger and arms. Printer is Charles Skipper & East. Toned; tear at upper left; bottom left corner missing; residue on back. Not generally available in any form; the first time we have offered this type.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: De Nationale Bank der Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek
Lot #50979 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S392 1 Pound 3.1.1918
Natal. Scarce early type; seated woman/map. Moderate soiling and a couple of small spots for this tough original.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: National Bank of South Africa Limited
Lot #50980 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,350.00)
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 #50981 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 1,400.00 - $ 2,000.00)
18 5 Pounds 10.9.1955
Part of the well underrated Central Africa series; Queen Elizabeth II. For accuracy, slight foxing. Overall pleasing original.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Central Africa Currency Board
Lot #50982 - World Paper Money > Spain - ($ 2,750.00 - $ 4,000.00)
26 100 Pesetas 1.1.1884
Wonderful design of cherubs and Juan Alvarez de Mendizabal. Pressed; tiny center hole. Seldom offered.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banco de Espana
Lot #50983 - World Paper Money > Spain - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
36 100 Pesetas 1.10.1886
Man standing and Francisco de Goya/woman and cherub. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 NET repaired"; one of five examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35 NET    Bank Name: Banco de Espana
Lot #50984 - World Paper Money > Spain - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
41 100 Pesetas 1.6.1889
Man standing and Francisco de Goya/woman and cherub. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 NET repaired".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35 NET    Bank Name: Banco de Espana
Lot #50985 - World Paper Money > Spain - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
48 100 Pesetas 24.6.1898
Gaspar Melchor de Jovellanos. PMG terms this "VF 30 NET repaired".
Grade: PMG VF 30 NET repaired    Bank Name: Banco de Espana
Lot #50986 - World Paper Money > Spain - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
50 50 Pesetas 25.11.1899
Francisco de Quevedo and statue of man/woman reclining and man. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 NET repaired, stamp ink".
Grade: PMG Ch. VF 35 NET    Bank Name: Banco de Espana
Lot #50987 - World Paper Money > Spain - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
97a 5 Pesetas 21.11.1936
Tough type; the key is that this piece is NOT punch cancelled. Arms. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 NET repaired".
Grade: PMG Ch. XF 45 NET    Bank Name: Banco de Espana
Lot #50988 - World Paper Money > Spain - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
NL 1000 Pesetas ND
Separate face and back Italian made trial design; imprint Calcografia Carte Valori Milano (Italia) on face and C. & C. Banconote Milano (Italia) on back. Man and watermark oval/watermark oval and Batalla de Pavia (fought in 1525); without watermark. Well embossed.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banco de Espana
Lot #50989 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 225.00 - $ 325.00)
1a 1 Dollar 1.9.1906
Tough early date. Small pieces missing; soiling; small center hole. Scarce in any grade. Sold as is-no returns.
Grade: Good    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50990 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
1c 1 Dollar 10.7.1916
Tiger on back. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: WBG Ch. VF 35    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50991 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
6b 10 Cents 1.11.1917
Considerably scarcer signature title "Ag Treasurer". Terrific wide margins. WBG terms this "AU 55".
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50992 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
6c 10 Cents 22.2.1919
Arms on back; Pountney signature. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP". Wonderful example.
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 63 TOP    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50993 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
6c 10 Cents 10.6.1919
Arms on back; Pountney signature. WBG terms this "UNC 62".
Grade: WBG UNC 62    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50994 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 450.00 - $ 650.00)
6c 10 Cents 8.8.1919
Portnoy signature. Slight soiling, primarily on back. Quality original.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50995 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
6c 10 Cents 6.4.1920
Arms on back; Pountney signature. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50996 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
8a 10 Cents 14.10.1919
Arms/dragon. Very scarce signature title "Ag. Treasurer". WBG terms this "XF 45". Strong color.
Grade: WBG Ch. XF 45    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50997 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
8b 10 Cents 14.10.1919
Arms/dragon. Signature title "Ag. Treasurer". WBG terms this "AU 53".
Grade: WBG AU 53    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50998 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 375.00 - $ 550.00)
9a 1 Dollar 1.1.1925
First date for type. Palm trees and arms/palm trees along coast. Pressed; moderate soiling. Scarce.
Grade: Fine+    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #50999 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 825.00 - $ 1,250.00)
9a 1 Dollar 1.9.1927
Arms and country scenes/palm trees and village with people. Earlier engraved second date for type. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". Far better than most show.
Grade: PMG AU 55 EPQ    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #51000 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 450.00 - $ 650.00)
9a 1 Dollar 1.1.1929
Palm trees design; date in red. WBG terms this "Ch. Fine 15 pinholes" (only a couple). Elusive date.
Grade: WBG Ch. Fine 15    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #51001 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 8,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
12a 50 Dollars 24.9.1925
Rare, higher denomination King George V type. Wonderful tiger vignette at center. Despite small writing on back, overall quality original. Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #51002 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
16b 1 Dollar 1.1.1935
King George V/woman's head and tiger. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #51003 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 375.00 - $ 550.00)
17b 5 Dollars 1.1.1935
King George V. Lightly flattened; multiple pinholes. Eminently collectible.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #51004 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
18a 10 Dollars 1.1.1931
Next and highest denomination of this King George V series. Lightly flattened; writing at bottom right on back; few small spots. Tough first date.
Grade: Abt. VF    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #51005 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
18b 10 Dollars 1.1.1935
King George V; highest denomination of series and last date. PMG terms this "AU 55". Underrated in any collectible condition.
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements
Lot #51006 - World Paper Money > Switzerland - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
52j 1000 Francs 10.2.1971
Woman/"Danse Macabre". Signature 45. PMG terms this "AU 50 EPQ".
Grade: PMG AU 50 EPQ    Bank Name: Swiss National Bank
Lot #51007 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
1a 5 Piastres 1.8.1919
Ruins of Baalbek/lion's head. Signature title LE SECRETAIRE GENERAL. WBG terms this "XF 40".
Grade: WBG XF 40    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie
Lot #51008 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
2 25 Piastres 1.8.1919
Omayyad Mosque. PMG terms this "AU 55 Muszinski Collection"; by far the best of nine examples on the population report.
Grade: PMG AU 55    Bank Name: Banque de Syrie
Lot #51009 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
74 5 Livres ND
Arms/Citadel of Aleppo. Strong original, far better than most show.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de Syrie
Lot #51010 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
80 5 Livres 1957
From the first Central Bank series; arms/Citadel of Aleppo. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Outstanding original.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58 TOP    Bank Name: Banque Centrale de Syrie
Lot #51011 - World Paper Money > Tahiti - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,800.00)
15c? 1000 Francs ND (1940-57)
SPECIMEN (#0060) perforated and stamped in black; serial number of zeroes. PCGS Europe terms this "Gem UNC 65 OPQ". Lovely; outstanding original.
Grade: PCGS Europe Gem UNC 65 OPQ    Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine
Lot #51012 - World Paper Money > Tannu-Tuva - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
16 3 Aksha 1940
Short lived issue for region located between Russia and Mongolia. Farmer plowing with two horses. Pressed; several areas of restoration. Ideal for those seeking one note per country as this is not from the spurious first issue; the first time I have ever seen this type.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Tannu Tuva Republic
Lot #51013 - World Paper Money > Thailand - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
21b 1000 Baht 1.10.1930
Highest denomination of series. Type II text. Signature 15. PMG terms this "VF 30 NET tear, stamp ink". Tied with two others as the best of four on the population report.
Grade: PMG VF 30 NET    Bank Name: Government of Siam
Lot #51014 - World Paper Money > Thailand - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S111 1 Tical ND (ca. 1898)
Listed under Siam in the Standard Catalog. Bangkok branch; languages are English, Thai, and Chinese. Stamped date not observed on this example. Various signs of circulation. Only the second we have ever offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Good/VG    Bank Name: Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China
Lot #51015 - World Paper Money > Timor - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
4 20 Patacas 1.1.1910
Highest denomination of series. Arms. PMG terms this "VF 30 NET repaired".
Grade: PMG VF 30 NET    Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino
Lot #51016 - World Paper Money > Trinidad & Tobago - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
2a 2 Dollars 1.4.1905
Sailing ship in harbor and palm tree with sailing ship/cocoa field and cane field on back. Pressed; stains; signs of restoration. Rare in any grade; we have not offered this type in the past 15 years. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine    Bank Name: Government of Trinidad and Tobago
Lot #51017 - World Paper Money > Trinidad & Tobago - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
3 1 Dollar 1.1.1929
Here is an extremely difficult type we have never previously offered. Palm trees on face and back. PMG terms this "VG 8 NET previously mounted, annotation"; the only example on the population report. Do not wait for a better example to show.
Grade: PMG VG 8 NET    Bank Name: Government of Trinidad and Tobago
Lot #51018 - World Paper Money > Trinidad & Tobago - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
29c 20 Dollars L. 1964
Highest denomination for this Queen Elizabeth II series; last signature. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only three better of 66 on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Central Bank of Trinidad and Tobago
Lot #51019 - World Paper Money > Trinidad & Tobago - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
S101B? 100 Dollars 1.9.1926
Perforated CANCELLED; without serial number. Highest denomination of series; Manager signature only. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Barclays Bank (Dominion, Colonial and Overseas)
Lot #51020 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
7b? 1000 Francs 1.3.1924
Highest denomination of series; unlisted date in Standard Catalog. Allegorical design. This handsome original with pinholes, primarily at left. Excellent color.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie
Lot #51021 - 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 #51022 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
21 5000 Francs 21.2.1942
Highest denomination of series; wonderful design. Pressed; pinholes at left; small margin tear at top. We have not previously offered this very difficult type from Tunisia.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie
Lot #51023 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
24 100 Francs 26.11.1947
Hermes and Roman gate/ancient mosaic. Seldom seen so choice.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie
Lot #51024 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
25? 500 Francs 27.1.1947
Winged Victory with Roman ruins in background/three allegorical men. Far tougher than the similar later type with different bank name. Unlisted date. Magnificent original.
Grade: AU/UNC    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie
Lot #51025 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
26 1000 Francs 4.9.1946
Large size, exquisite design; horses and French farm family/woman and fruit. Extremely difficult so choice. This piece hammered for $1350 over 14 years ago.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie
Lot #51026 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
29a 1000 Francs 10.11.1950
Compelling design of ruins of Roman temples and standing figure/Neptune. Pleasing original.
Grade: XF/AU    Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie et de la Tunisie
Lot #51027 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 5,500.00 - $ 7,500.00)
1a/K1b/I1.4 100 Karbovantsiv 1917
Printing same way up on both sides. Black signatures and serial number. Size of 169 x 104 mm. WBG terms this "AU 55 TOP". Very rare; the first I have ever seen.
Grade: WBG AU 55 TOP    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Central Rada (Council). State Credit Note
Lot #51028 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
1b/K1a/I1.1 100 Karbovantsiv 1917
Inverted back in Polish, Russian, and Yiddish. Black signatures and serial number. Size of 169 x 104 mm. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 pinhole". Scarce in this condition.
Grade: WBG Ch. AU 58    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Central Rada (Council). State Credit Note
Lot #51029 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
2a?/K2a/I2.3 25 Karbovantsiv ND (1918)
Purple stamping "FALSE" on face and back; identified as a contemporary forgery in Istomin but not in Kharitonov. Oval cancellation hole where signature was located. Size of 130 x 73 mm; hand cut. A faint gray lead annotation at lower right on face has almost been erased. The 25 Karbovantsiv type is known with different variations in the spelling of the text; this is the scarcest variety. Particularly rare in this condition.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Central Rada (Council). State Credit Note
Lot #51030 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
2a?/K2a/I2.3 25 Karbovantsiv ND (1918)
Cancelled with geometric punch marks; identified as a contemporary forgery in Istomin but not in Kharitonov. Size of 130 x 75 mm; hand cut. The scarcest variety of text found on the 25 Karbovantsiv type.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Central Rada (Council). State Credit Note
Lot #51031 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,200.00)
5a?/K5s/I5.8 50 Karbovantsiv ND (1918)
Separate face and back SPECIMEN; serial number #AKI 196 printed on the face half (issued in Kyiv) and serial number #AO 190 written in black ink on the blank portion of the back half. Size of 131 x 75 mm. These notes were purchased as a pair, but appear to be mismatched specimens. The back half of the note has a small diagonal fold and a small tone spot. No glue residue on either piece. Scarce.
Grade: Avg. AU    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Central Rada (Council). State Credit Note
Lot #51032 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 1,100.00 - $ 1,500.00)
6a?/K6s/I6.10 50 Karbovantsiv ND (1918)
Separate face and back SPECIMEN; serial number #AO 202 (issued in Odessa) and the number #135 perforated in each note (Treasury Branch number). Size of 131 x 77 mm. Two fastening holes in each note that match when placed back to back. No glue residue on either piece. Scarce.
Grade: AU; XF+    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Central Rada (Council). State Credit Note
Lot #51033 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 10,000.00 - $ 13,500.00)
22a; 22b/K23c/I22.3 100; 100 Hryven 1918
TWO NOTES. Size of approximately 181 x 122 mm. Larger than #22a, a standard note at 175 x 114 mm offered for comparison. Serial number with prefix b arranged horizontally; serial number font is different than #22a. Grey-violet underprint. Appears to be hand cut. One light vertical fold; some minor light folds and a 1 mm edge nick. Kardakoff suggested that between 2 and 4 examples were known in his 1953 catalog (RRR designation). Istomin lists four serial numbers against the b prefix in his catalogue (two of which exist in a block) - this note unrecorded. This note appears to be in better condition than those illustrated in the Istomin and Kharitonov catalogs. WBG terms #22b "AU 53". Extremely rare.
Grade: AU/UNC; WBG AU 53    Bank Name: Ukrainian State. State Credit Notes
Lot #51034 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
35a?/K27as2?/I31.3 1000 Karbovantsiv ND (1918)
Double sided proof with wavy lines watermark; black serial number #PP000000. Size of 190 x 119 mm. This note has been cut in the same way as the note illustrated in Kharitonov, but the lower right hand side is missing in this case rather than the left. WBG terms this "AU 55 proof missing large corner piece". Unpriced in the Istomin and Kharitonov catalogues. Extremely rare.
Grade: WBG AU 55    Bank Name: Ukrainian State. State Treasury Note
Lot #51035 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
36a?/K29s 10 Karbovantsiv ND (1919)
SPECIMEN stamped in red ink; regular serial number. The stamping has the same font style as the note shown in Kharitonov but is shorter in length and is horizontal rather than diagonal. Size of 141 x 83mm. The print quality of the note appears to be in line with the Specimen illustrated in Kharitonov and has the same serial number prefix.
Grade: Abt. XF    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Directorate. State Treasury Note
Lot #51036 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 100.00 - $ 175.00)
41a/K28b/I36.2 5 Hryven ND (1920)
Size of 98 x 59 mm. The word 'five' (in Ukrainian) on the back is 13mm long.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Directorate. State Treasury Exchange Note
Lot #51037 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 100.00 - $ 200.00)
41a?/K28b/I36.2 5 Hryven ND (1920)
ERROR; full stop after the first letter "P" on face. Size of 98 x 60 mm. The word 'five' (in Ukrainian) on back is 13mm long.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Directorate. State Treasury Exchange Note
Lot #51038 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,250.00)
41x/K28x1/I36.3 5 Hryven ND (1920)
ERROR; the word Hryven (in Ukrainian) at top left on back is missing the second letter "P". Size of 98 x 59 mm. Very scarce.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Ukrainian National Republic. Directorate. State Treasury Exchange Note
Lot #51039 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 550.00 - $ 850.00)
54/K50; 57/K53 50; 500 Karbowanez 10.3.1942
TWO NOTES; presentation notes with matching serial number #7 (1.000007). From the German occupation. Pictures of a presentation book for a Director of the Reichsbank containing a set of notes (minus the 2 karb.) in UNC with matching serial number 3 (1.000003) have been seen. Most of those notes were joined to pages by the left margin only. The 50 Karbowanez has two vertical creases, three light folds and a thin strip of paper glued to the back of the note at right (where it was originally joined to the book). The 500 Karbowanez has a 9mm tear where the central crease meets the top edge. The left margin is uneven where it has been torn from the book. Possibly souvenired during the turmoil of WWII.
Grade: VF; Fine    Bank Name: Zentralnotenbank Ukraine
Lot #51040 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
94s1/K79ap 10,000 Karbovantsiv 1993
SPECIMEN - NO VALUE stamped diagonally in red; without serial number. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: WBG Ch. UNC 64    Bank Name: National Bank of Ukraine
Lot #51041 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 200.00 - $ 400.00)
104?/K88b 2 Hryven 1992 (1996)
ERROR. Face missing all brown printing except for numeral two at top corners. Inverted serial numbers on this (the wrong) side of the note. Multicolor underprint in place. The back has missing print from the face orientated upside down on top of the standard design. Signature V. Hetman. A spectacular collector piece.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: National Bank of Ukraine
Lot #51042 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
R3052 (2nd ed) 25 Rubles ND (1932-35)
Private issue control coupon. Closed cooperative for the employees and forces of the Dnipropetrovsk Oblast GPU (security police). Size of 90 x 45 mm. Uniface. Small paper at right on back probably used to attach coupon to a booklet. Not listed in the first edition of Ryabchenko's catalog (1995) but listed in the second (1999) edition which covers Ukraine only; valued as rare.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Dnipropetrovsk
Lot #51043 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,250.00)
R16714/I224 250 Rubles 191x
Size of 155 x 96 mm. Istomin indicates that these checks were prepared for circulation but not released. Unpriced in Istomin. Rare; the first we have ever offered.
Grade: AU    Bank Name: Nikolaev, Circulating Check, Nikolaev Branch of the State Bank
Lot #51044 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,250.00)
R16863/I239.2 100 Rubles 1918
'Herringbone' watermark. Size of 165 x 95 mm. Accepted checks were issued into circulation. Various stamps, signatures, and text present which indicate a completed check. Unpriced in Istomin. Areas of slight foxing. Rare; the first we have offered.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Odessa, Check of State Bank Main Office in Odessa
Lot #51045 - World Paper Money > Ukraine - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
R16895 3 Pfenig ND
Romanian occupation of Ukraine during WWII, good for the purchase of bread. Size of 82 x 61 mm; printed on heavy paper. Handwritten number in pencil at lower right on back. Seldom seen, particularly when clean and well centered as is the case here.
Grade: VF    Bank Name: Odessa Municipality
Lot #51046 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 2,750.00)
15a 100 Dirhams 1993
Key date. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with seven others as the best of 45 on the population report. The best example we have ever offered.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ    Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank
Lot #51047 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
15b 100 Dirhams 1995
Al Fahidie Fort. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Scarce date we have not offered in over 15 years.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank
Lot #51048 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A128 1 Centesimo 1868
Exact image of postage stamp at center. Uniface. Emergency issue modeled after US Postage Currency by government. Circular handstamp. Strong overall appearance, fully margined. Now extremely difficult, particularly so choice; the first we have offered.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Republica (Oriental) del Uruguay
Lot #51049 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A129 5 Centecimos 1868
Exact image of postage stamp at center. Uniface. Emergency issue modeled after US Postage Currency by government. Circular handstamp. Strong overall appearance, fully margined.
Grade: VF/XF    Bank Name: Republica (Oriental) del Uruguay
Lot #51050 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
A131 15 Centecimos 1868
Exact image of postage stamp at center. Uniface. Emergency issue modeled after US Postage Currency by government. Circular handstamp. Strong overall appearance, fully margined. Now extremely difficult, particularly so choice; the first we have offered.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Republica (Oriental) del Uruguay
Lot #51051 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
A132 20 Centecimos 1868
Exact image of postage stamp at center; highest denomination of series. Uniface. Emergency issue modeled after US Postage Currency by government. Circular handstamp. Strong overall appearance, fully margined. Now extremely difficult, particularly so choice; the first we have offered.
Grade: XF    Bank Name: Republica (Oriental) del Uruguay
Lot #51052 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
S422? 100 Pesos 18xx (ca. 1868)
Rare type; with serial number, without signatures. Reclining allegorical woman with coins, anchor, and other marine implements. Small split top center; tiny hole at left center. The only type we have ever offered prior from this sensational series is the 1 Peso. Completely unpriced and not illustrated in the Standard Catalog; a different design than the previous type illustrated 100 Pesos from exactly the same era.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Progreso Oriental
Lot #51053 - World Paper Money > Vanuatu - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
5b? 500; 500; 500; 500 Vatu ND
FOUR NOTES. Two different overprints, in English and Bislama and in red and black, made after the devastating Cyclone Pam. English overprint states "TO ASSIST VANUATU'S RECOVERY AFTER CYCLONE PAM". Reportedly few made. The first I have ever seen.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Vanuatu
Lot #51054 - World Paper Money > Vanuatu - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
8b? 200; 200; 200; 200 Vatu ND
FOUR NOTES. Two different overprints, in English and Bislama and in red and black, made after the devastating Cyclone Pam. English overprint states "TO ASSIST VANUATU'S RECOVERY AFTER CYCLONE PAM". Reportedly few made. The first I have ever seen.
Grade: UNC    Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Vanuatu
Lot #51055 - World Paper Money > Venezuela - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
4A 1 Peso L. 1811
Uniface; seal at center. A few small holes; small spots on face and back. Small parts of design missing. Not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. We have offered only this example in approximately 18 years.
Grade: Fine/VF    Bank Name: Estados Unidos de Venezuela
Lot #51056 - World Paper Money > Venezuela - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
24 8 Reales 30.8.1860
Large size, early type. Small border pieces missing; tiny internal holes; small margin tears. Unpriced in any grade in the Standard Catalog; on the rare occasions that these surface, they are well circulated. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Good    Bank Name: Republica de Venezuela
Lot #51057 - World Paper Money > Venezuela - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S251 8 Reales = 1 Peso 1.3.1862
Tough early larger size; uniface. Hand signed. Uneven margins as this generally shows. Foxing; several small slits. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine    Bank Name: Banco de Venezuela
Lot #51058 - World Paper Money > Venezuela - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
S303s 100 Bolivares 19xx
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red; punch cancelled at signatures area, serial number of zeroes. Without signatures. Vaqueros and cattle/arms. Highly elusive earlier type with capitalization amount 24,000,000; same signature title left and right. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; the only example on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 65 EPQ    Bank Name: Banco de Venezuela
Lot #51059 - World Paper Money > Vietnam-South - ($ 13,500.00 - $ 17,500.00)
4A? 1000 Dong ND
Uniface face proof of design; without watermark and other elements. Classic old man type with temple. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64".
Grade: PCGS Very Ch. New 64    Bank Name: National Bank of Viet Nam
Lot #51060 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
5? 5000 Francs 00.00.0000
SPECIMEN (#0007) stamped and perforated; serial number, block number, and date of zeroes. Without code letter; highest denomination of series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; by itself, the best of ten on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest
Lot #51061 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
703Ke 1000 Francs 2.3.1965
Scarce last date signature 4 variety. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; by far, the best of only three on the population report.
Grade: PMG Gem UNC 66 EPQ    Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest