Lyn Knight Auctions

2017 IPMS Auction - Kansas City, MO > Session 1 - June 8 @ 5 PM - World Notes - IPMS 2017

Lot #1 - World Paper Money > Afghanistan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
22? 5 Afghanis SH1318 (1939)
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal and official notations at top margin on face and back, color trial brown on multicolored back blue; punch cancelled, with neither serial number nor signatures. King Zahir/mountain scene. For accuracy, slightly darker down right on back. The first we have offered in this form; seldom seen.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Bank of Afghanistan

Lot #2 - World Paper Money > Afghanistan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
23a? 10 Afghanis SH1318 (1939)
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal and official notations at top margin on face and back; punch cancelled, with neither serial number nor signatures. Next in the King Zahir series/building. For accuracy, slightly darker down right on back. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Bank of Afghanistan

Lot #3 - World Paper Money > Afghanistan - ($ 3,750.00 - $ 4,750.00)
27 500 Afghanis SH1318 (1939)
Difficult high denomination. King Muhammad Zahir/palace. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; tied with four others as the best of 12 listed on the population report. Great colors and condition create a majestic type.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bank of Afghanistan

Lot #4 - World Paper Money > Albania - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
4s 100 Franka Ari ND (1926)
SPECIMEN stamped ANNULLATO and perforated CANCELLED punch cancelled; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of initial government paper money series; Gomsiqe bridge and King Zogu/landscape. For accuracy, couple tiny spots on back. Extremely difficult in any form.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Banca Nazionale d'Albania

Lot #5 - World Paper Money > Australia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
20 10 Shillings ND (1934)
Red overprint TEN SHILLINGS on three of four margins. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 erasure"; only one better of twenty listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. XF 45 Bank Name: Commonwealth of Australia

Lot #6 - World Paper Money > Azores - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
9 5 Mil Reis 30.1.1905
Overprint MOEDA INSULANA on Portuguese 5 Mil Reis (#83). Three figures with arms/arms. Serial prefix H. Without ACORES overprint. Precise and top expert restoration work has been done for this piece.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Banco de Portugal Moeda Insulana

Lot #7 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
12b 5 Pounds L. 1936
Highest denomination of King George VI series; second signature combination with prefix A/2. PMG terms this "AU 55".
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: Bahamas Government

Lot #8 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
15d 1 Pound ND (1953)
Queen Elizabeth II. Prefix A/5. Center signature Sweeting and Roberts at right. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bahamas Government

Lot #9 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
22b 10 Dollars L. 1965
Tough three signatures variety for this Queen Elizabeth II piece. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Seldom offered.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP Bank Name: Bahamas Government

Lot #10 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
40a 50 Dollars L. 1974
Extremely difficult denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series; Donaldson signature. Prefix A. Pressed; erasure at watermark area. We have offered an issued example for this signature only once in over 13 years.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas

Lot #11 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
40b 50 Dollars L. 1974
Queen Elizabeth II; Allen signature. Prefix B. Terrific.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas

Lot #12 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
47a 20 Dollars L. 1974 (1984)
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #000033. Queen Elizabeth II/Nassau Harbor. Prefix A. A CONSECUTIVE for this type, one number higher, hammered for $600 at our June 2016 sale.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas

Lot #13 - World Paper Money > Bahamas - ($ 5,350.00 - $ 7,500.00)
48a 50 Dollars L. 1974 (1984)
Very tough Queen Elizabeth II type. Allen signature; both serial numbers horizontal. Prefix A. PMG terms this beauty "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of the Bahamas

Lot #14 - World Paper Money > Bangladesh - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
19 500 Taka ND (1976)
The overwhelming key to this country. Highest denomination of series. Small writing upper left; small margin spot at top right center. Vastly underrated.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Bangladesh Bank

Lot #15 - World Paper Money > Barbados - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
4? 5 Dollars ND
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal on face and back, color trial purple on green with back multicolored; punch cancelled, without serial number, date, and signatures. Official notations at top margin. Arms and King George VI. For accuracy, slightly darker down right on back. The first we have offered in this form; sensational.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Government of Barbados

Lot #16 - World Paper Money > Barclays Bank - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
NL 5 Dollars ND
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal; punch cancelled, without serial number signatures or date. Also without place designation; this type was used in several different locations during the 1920s and 1930s. For accuracy, slightly darker down right on back. Intriguing collector piece.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Barclays Bank (Dominion, Colonial and Overseas)

Lot #17 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 1,400.00 - $ 2,000.00)
8c 5 Francs 26.7.1926
MATADI branch. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58". Outstanding original. An example PMG AU 55 hammered for $1300 at CPMX 2013.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge

Lot #18 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
14Ba 10 Francs 10.7.1942
Dancing Watusi/soldiers on parade. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ", by far the best of seven listed on the population report. Incredible original.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge

Lot #19 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
15A 20 Francs 10.3.1942
Longboat with seven oarsmen/men and elephants working. PMG terms this "Ch. EF 45 NET rust"; ranks second of only three listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. EF 45 NET Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge

Lot #20 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
15H 20 Francs 11.4.1950
Last date before change in bank name. PMG terms this "EF 40". Deceptively difficult type.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge

Lot #21 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
19? 1000 Francs ND (ca. 1944)
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red on face and back; punch cancelled, without serial number. Three Warega fishermen/two musicians and youth. PCGS terms this "Ch. New 63 minor mounting remnants on face at left". Challenging type.
Grade: Ch. New 63 Bank Name: Banque du Congo Belge

Lot #22 - World Paper Money > Belgian Congo - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
33c 100 Francs 1.9.1960
King Leopold II/basket weavers; without watermark. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of four listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Congo Belge

Lot #23 - World Paper Money > Belgium - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
124? 500 Francs-100 Belgas 1.2.1943 (1944)
SPECIMEN (#20) stamped twice in red on face and back; without serial number. Official notations at top margin. English-printed World War II issue for Belgium. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banque Nationale de Belgique

Lot #24 - World Paper Money > Belgium - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
M7a 100 Francs 1.8.1946
High denomination from this series. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58". Outstanding; rarely seen so choice. Ex-Neil Shafer Collection.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 Bank Name: Armee Belge

Lot #25 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
41 20 Dollars 1.6.1980
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Lovely.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Monetary Authority of Belize

Lot #26 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
50a 100 Dollars 1.11.1983
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Central Bank of Belize

Lot #27 - World Paper Money > Belize - ($ 5,500.00 - $ 7,000.00)
50b 100 Dollars 1.1.1989
Queen Elizabeth II; scarcer date for this highest denomination. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Belize

Lot #28 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 175.00 - $ 300.00)
18a 5 Shillings 20.10.1952
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only five better of 39 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Government

Lot #29 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
18b 5 Shillings 1.5.1957
Here is a terrific Queen Elizabeth II piece. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ*"; by itself, the best of 143 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ☆ Bank Name: Bermuda Government

Lot #30 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 200.00 - $ 300.00)
19a 10 Shillings 20.10.1952
Queen Elizabeth II and Gate's fort in Saint George/arms. PMG terms this "AU 50 EPQ".
Grade: AU 50 EPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Government

Lot #31 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
19b 10 Shillings 1.5.1957
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Government

Lot #32 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
20b 1 Pound 1.5.1957
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Government

Lot #33 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
20d 1; 1 Pound 1.10.1966
TWO NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. Queen Elizabeth II. PCGS terms these "Gem New 66 PPQ" and "Gem New 65 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ; Gem New 65 PPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Government

Lot #34 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
21a 5 Pounds 20.10.1952
Lovely design with Queen Elizabeth II; first date. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ". Beautiful.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Government

Lot #35 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 1,850.00 - $ 2,250.00)
21d 5 Pounds 1.10.1966
Queen Elizabeth II; last date for type. Prefix Q/1. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Government

Lot #36 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 12,500.00)
22 10 Pounds 29.7.1964
This note has every desirable attribute including rarity, condition, low serial number, and the most popular topical for collectors in Queen Elizabeth II. Highest denomination of Queen Elizabeth II series; includes envelope dated December 8, 1964 (day of issue?). LOW SERIAL NUMBER #000110 with prefix A/1. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ" (and could that even be a bit conservative?); by itself, the best of only ten examples listed on the population report. In his Bermuda reference, Aspen states that "the records did not show delivery of the first 50,000, although several of the low numbers have surfaced". A master work for any advanced collection.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Government

Lot #37 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
32a 50 Dollars 1.5.1974
Key denomination in series and one of the toughest varieties to find for all "modern" British Commonwealth. Queen Elizabeth II/lighthouse and map. PMG terms this "XF 40 EPQ"; one of only five examples listed on the population report.
Grade: XF 40 EPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Monetary Authority

Lot #38 - World Paper Money > Bermuda - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,200.00)
50b 2 Dollars 7.5.2007
Queen Elizabeth II. The date for this type seems to be either unreleased or had extremely limited issuance. Whatever the case may be, it is extremely difficult to find on the market. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Bermuda Monetary Authority

Lot #39 - World Paper Money > Bolivia - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
NL 50 Bolivianos L. 20.12.1954
Face essay on card; serial number of zeroes. Bolivar; purple and multicolored. This design was never adopted; further, nothing with this law date was ever produced for Bolivia. Attractive.
Grade: Well preserved Bank Name: Banco Central de Bolivia

Lot #40 - World Paper Money > Brazil - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
109B 20 Mil Reis Estampa 16A (1926)
Overprint on face within frame. Manuel Deodoro do Fonseca/allegorical woman. Few areas of slight foxing. We have never previously offered this type.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Caixa de Estabilizacao Republica dos Estados Unidos do Brasil

Lot #41 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
2 2 Dollars 1.9.1951
King George VI; underrated denomination. PMG terms this "EF 40"; third best of seven listed on the population report and significantly better than most show.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group

Lot #42 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
4 10 Dollars 28.11.1950
King George VI. Few areas of foxing. Seldom offered.
Grade: Fine+ Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group

Lot #43 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
4? 10 Dollars 28.11.1950
ARCHIVE SPECIMEN; perforated with serial number #450001 at upper left and #550000 at lower right. Official notations at top margin on back. Hinge at left on back; few marks. The first we have offered in this form; seldom offered.
Grade: VF Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group

Lot #44 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
7a? 1 Dollar ND (ca. 1953)
SPECIMEN (#22) stamped in red on face and back color trial brown on reddish underprint back brown; punch cancelled, without serial number. Map and Queen Elizabeth II/arms. Watermark sailing ship, so this must be from the only year date of 1953. Official notations at top on face and back. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". Seldom offered in this form.
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group

Lot #45 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
7c 1 Dollar 2.1.1964
Last date for Queen Elizabeth II type. PCGS terms this "Gem New 65 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 65 PPQ Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories Eastern Group

Lot #46 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
8c 2 Dollars 2.1.1964
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Quite appealing.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group

Lot #47 - World Paper Money > British Caribbean Territories - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
12d 100 Dollars 2.1.1963
Highest denomination of Queen Elizabeth II series; watermark Queen Elizabeth II. Prefix A2. Rare, particularly as an issued note. An absolute key to all Queen Elizabeth II types. WBG terms this "VF 20".
Grade: VF 20 Bank Name: British Caribbean Territories, Eastern Group

Lot #48 - World Paper Money > British Guiana - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
13c 2 Dollars 1.1.1942
The depiction of the wonderful Kaieteur Falls never looked better than right here; King George VI on back. PMG terms this "XF 40 EPQ"; ranks second of eleven listed on the population report. With such lavish color, wow!
Grade: XF 40 EPQ Bank Name: Government of British Guiana

Lot #49 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
20/24? 1 Dollar ND
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal on face and back, color trial in lilac on multicolored; punch cancelled, without serial number, date, and signatures. King George VI. The first we have offered in this form; missing from most advanced collections.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Government of British Honduras

Lot #50 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
27c 10 Dollars 1.6.1951
A King George VI stunner. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; by itself, ranks second of only nine pieces listed on the population report. Phenomenal.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Government of British Honduras

Lot #51 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 375.00 - $ 550.00)
28b 1 Dollar 1.4.1964
Queen Elizabeth II; split prefix G/4. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: Government of British Honduras

Lot #52 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 350.00 - $ 500.00)
28b 1 Dollar 1.7.1967
Queen Elizabeth II; split prefix G/4. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Lovely.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Government of British Honduras

Lot #53 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
28c 1; 1 Dollar 1.1.1973
TWO NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. Queen Elizabeth II. Prefix G/6. PMG terms each "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; only one better of 101 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Government of British Honduras

Lot #54 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
29b 2 Dollars 1.11.1961
Middle date, Queen Elizabeth II; split prefix H/1. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: Government of British Honduras

Lot #55 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
29b 2 Dollars 1.5.1965
Queen Elizabeth II; split prefix H/1. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Government of British Honduras

Lot #56 - World Paper Money > British Honduras - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
30a 5 Dollars 15.4.1953
Here is an exceptional FIRST date; from 1953 and with this impeccable color it looks like it came from the bank yesterday! Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; tied with one other as the best of five listed for several dates on the population report. What a knockout!
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Government of British Honduras

Lot #57 - World Paper Money > British North Borneo - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
3 1 Dollar 16.4.1920
Larger size type. Mount Kinabalu. Bottom right corner missing and various signs of circulation. Now quite scarce. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG Bank Name: British North Borneo Company

Lot #58 - World Paper Money > British North Borneo - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
5c 10 Dollars 1.12.1922
Highest denomination. Arms and Mount Kinabalu; printer is Blades, East & Blades. Multiple small slits, small holes, and writing at bottom left on back; still, eminently collectible. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG Bank Name: British North Borneo Company

Lot #59 - World Paper Money > British West Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
1a 1 Shilling 30.11.1918
Uniface; coin with palm tree. Salmon paper. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 EPQ"; significantly better than most show.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 EPQ Bank Name: West African Currency Board

Lot #60 - World Paper Money > British West Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
10a 20 Shillings 31.3.1953
River scene with palm trees. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "9" on the face and "AU 55 EPQ" on back.
Grade: 9/AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: West African Currency Board

Lot #61 - World Paper Money > British West Africa - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
11b 100 Shillings = 5 Pounds 26.4.1954
Highest denomination of series in general use. River scene/man harvesting. PCGS terms this "VF 35".
Grade: VF 35 Bank Name: West African Currency Board

Lot #62 - World Paper Money > Brunei - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
12s 1000 Ringgit ND
SPECIMEN (#079) stamped in red on face and back; punch cancelled, without serial number. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah I/Brunei Museum. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Brunei

Lot #63 - World Paper Money > Brunei - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
19 1000 Ringgit 1989
Beautiful high denomination with Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah I/waterfront village. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Negara Brunei Darussalam

Lot #64 - World Paper Money > Bulgaria - ($ 750.00 - $ 950.00)
25a 100 Leva ND (1917)
Highest denomination in series. Woman with sheaf and arms on face and back. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ"; difficult to find so choice.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ Bank Name: Bulgarian National Bank

Lot #65 - World Paper Money > Bulgaria - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
53a 1000 Leva 1929
High denomination with King Boris III/mountains. Pressed.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Banque Nationale de Bulgarie

Lot #66 - World Paper Money > Burundi - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
5 100 Francs ND (1964-old date 1.10.1960)
Zebu; prefix J. Large red overprint on Rwanda-Burundi #5. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ"; second of only three listed on the population report.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Banque du Royaume du Burundi

Lot #67 - World Paper Money > Cambodia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
3Aa 50 Riels ND (1956)
Highest denomination of series. Terrific French printed design; far and away the key to this country for general issue notes. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63". Quite attractive.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Cambodge

Lot #68 - World Paper Money > Cambodia - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
3Ap 50 Riels ND (1956)
Proof fully printed; with neither serial number nor watermark. Farmer/Stupas at Botoum-Waddei. PCGS terms this a stunning "Superb Gem New 68 PPQ". In this condition, difficult in any form.
Grade: Superb Gem New 68 PPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Cambodia

Lot #69 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
7? 1000 Francs ND (1961)
SPECIMEN (#0005) stamped and perforated; serial number and block number of zeroes. DO NOT BE CONFUSED! Text in French only; without English. Basic design of man with basket harvesting cocoa/picking coffee beans can be mistaken with next type, "Republique Federale" issue. Seldom offered in any form.
Grade: EF+ Bank Name: Republique du Cameroun Banque Centrale

Lot #70 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
9 5000 Francs ND
President Ahidjo/colorful floral design, forest, and fruit; English words at lower left. Outstanding original and seldom offered so choice.
Grade: Abt. EF Bank Name: Republique du Cameroun Banque Centrale

Lot #71 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 550.00 - $ 800.00)
10a 100 Francs ND (1962)
President of Cameroun and rock formations/ships. PCGS terms this "Gem New 65 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 65 PPQ Bank Name: Republique du Cameroun Banque Centrale

Lot #72 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
10? 100 Francs ND (1962)
Fully printed proof; without watermark. Serial number and block number of zeroes. President of Cameroun and rock formations/ships. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Handsome French print scarce in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP Bank Name: Republique du Cameroun Banque Centrale

Lot #73 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
12s 1000 Francs ND (1962)
Fully printed proof; without watermark. Serial number of zeroes. Design similar to previous. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Difficult to find in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP Bank Name: Republique du Cameroun Banque Centrale

Lot #74 - World Paper Money > Cameroun - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
17c 5000 Francs ND
Signature titles Gouverneur and Censeur; signature 12. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of eleven listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Republique Unie du Cameroun

Lot #75 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
33m/DC-25m 1 Dollar 2.7.1923
Charlton states only 780,000 made for the changeover McCavour-Saunders signature combination with number "3" to right of black seal; this is very few when one considers 36,000,000 were made for the most prodigious variety, Campbell Clark signatures for group 4. This note bears serial number #D1000574; Charlton provides appropriate respect to this rarity with substantial catalog evaluation. WBG terms this "VF 20"; the general appearance looks considerably better. We have not previously offered this extremely difficult changeover signature combination.
Grade: VF 20 Bank Name: Dominion of Canada

Lot #76 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
34a/DC-26a 2 Dollars 23.6.1923
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #000017! Edward, Prince of Wales/arms. Low serial numbers for this type are seldom encountered.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Dominion of Canada

Lot #77 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
41/BC-4 2 Dollars 1935
Queen Mary; extremely difficult French text. PMG terms this piece "VF 30 EPQ".
Grade: VF 30 EPQ Bank Name: Banque du Canada

Lot #77.A - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 10,000.00 - $ 20,000.00)
48/BC-11 25 Dollars 6.5.1935
COMMEMORATIVE; made for the Silver Jubilee of King George V. Portraits of King George V and Queen Mary; English text. A scant 140,000 made. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58". Phenomenal collector opportunity.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Bank of Canada

Lot #78 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
84a?/BC-45aS; 84b?/BC-45bS 1; 1 Dollar 1967
TWO NOTES. A matched pair of seldom-seen punch cancelled perforated and face and back overprint SPECIMENS (both #140). Examples of the popularly collected Centenary of Canadian Confederation dollars, this lot contains both major variations. The "1867-1967" style was made for collectors and not to circulate. The variety with normal serial numbers was a regular issue. PMG terms each "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Bank of Canada

Lot #79 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S545/CH 505-54-10 20 Dollars 3.11.1914
Sir Frederick Williams-Taylor, arms, and Vincent Meredith. Strong example.
Grade: VF/XF Bank Name: Bank of Montreal

Lot #80 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
S622/CH 550-34-02 5 Dollars 2.1.1929
Moore and McLeod/arms. This large size original looks better than its technical condition.
Grade: Abt. VF Bank Name: Bank of Nova Scotia

Lot #81 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S629a/CH 550-28-18 20 Dollars 2.1.1925
Men fishing/bank seal. Back green. Quite scarce.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Bank of Nova Scotia

Lot #82 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
S632/CH 550-36-02 5 Dollars 2.1.1935
McLeod and Patterson. WBG terms this "AU 55 TOP". Wonderful original.
Grade: AU 55 TOP Bank Name: Bank of Nova Scotia

Lot #83 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 550.00 - $ 850.00)
S633/CH 550-36-04 10 Dollars 2.1.1935
Mining, arms, and ship. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". Strong appearance.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Bank of Nova Scotia

Lot #84 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S661?/CH 565-22-02? 5 Dollars ND (1912)
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red with Waterlow & Sons printer's logo; without serial number. Color trial black on red underprint; back brown. Logging camp scene/arms. David Maclaren signature at right. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; surpasses the lone example currently listed on the population report. Seldom seen in any form.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bank of Ottawa

Lot #85 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
S1025c/CH 220-20-08 20 Dollars 2.1.1925
Woman with sheaf and Frank Smith/Greek goddess. Seldom offered.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: Dominion Bank

Lot #86 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
S1029/CH 220-24-08 10 Dollars 1.2.1931
Austin and Bogert/map of Canada. Better than most show.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Dominion Bank

Lot #87 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S1160/CH 460-16-02 5 Dollars 1.2.1906
River pilot, steamship, and H. Montagu Allan. Pleasing overall appearance. Seldom offered.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Merchants Bank of Canada

Lot #88 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 12,500.00 - $ 17,500.00)
S1287a/CH 580 12-02 4 Dollars 1.7.1870
There is always an allure when offering a 4 Dollars denomination from any Canadian bank; this rare type is certainly no exception. Charlton states "most surviving notes of this bank are housed in two major institutional collections...(there are) four (of this type) in private hands, three of them are cancelled)". This piece is NOT cancelled! Seated commerce and supported arms; overprint seal at far left and "CANADIAN CURRENCY" at far right. PMG terms this "VF 20 NET restoration"; one of only two examples listed on the population report, both in the same condition. Do not wait for another to show.
Grade: VF 20 NET Bank Name: People's Bank of Halifax

Lot #89 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
S1379a/CH 630-12-08 10 Dollars 2.1.1913
Battleship H.M.C.S. Bellerophon. Neill signature printed at left. PMG terms this "Ch. EF 45"; only three better of 81 listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. EF 45 Bank Name: Royal Bank of Canada

Lot #90 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
S1380a/CH 630-12-10 20 Dollars 2.1.1913
Steam locomotive and steam tractors harvesting wheat. Hand written signature at left, the scarcer variety. The locomotive is an articulated Mallet which, amongst many world banknotes depicting trains, to our knowledge is unique to this type. The Mallet is either a Great Northern or Northern Pacific articulated engine. In short, this type depicts one of the iconic American steam locomotives. PMG terms this "VF 30". Quite desirable.
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Royal Bank of Canada

Lot #91 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S1443b/CH 695-18-12 5 Dollars 2.1.1919
Laureate allegorical woman/bank seal; signatures White and McLeod. Quite scarce.
Grade: VF+ Bank Name: Standard Bank of Canada

Lot #92 - World Paper Money > Canada - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S1542/CH 05-10-02 4 Dollars 2.12.1872
According to Charlton, "established in 1872 in Liverpool, Nova Scotia, the Bank of Acadia was in existence for only three months and 26 days, making it the shortest-lived bank in Canadian history". Cherubs and ornate denomination. Small hole top left. Seldom offered.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Bank of Acadia

Lot #93 - World Paper Money > Cayman Islands - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
3 10 Dollars L. 1971
Queen Elizabeth II/beach scene. Cute serial number #168068. From first ever paper money series for country. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP".
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 TOP Bank Name: Cayman Islands Currency Board

Lot #94 - 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. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banque des Etats de L'Afrique Centrale Republique Centrafricaine

Lot #95 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
3b 5000 Francs ND (1974)
Field workers, combine, and Bokassa/mask, buildings, and statue; signature 6. Strong original.
Grade: Ch. EF/AU Bank Name: Banque des Etats de L'Afrique Centrale Republique Centrafricaine

Lot #96 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
7 5000 Francs ND (1979)
Difficult middle denomination. Couple pinholes upper right. excellent comparison piece with prior 5000 Francs.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Empire Centrafricaine

Lot #97 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
8? 10,000 Francs ND (1978)
ERROR; bank title shifted beneath designated area. Orange vertical line at center indicates this error. Highest denomination of Bokassa series. This quality original, with only light handling, is now scarce. Ex-Roger Leclerc Collection.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: Empire Centrafricaine

Lot #98 - World Paper Money > Central African Republic - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,500.00)
11 5000 Francs 1.1.1980
Girl and village scene/carving, airplane, and train crossing bridge. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Appealing larger size type.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Republique Centrafricaine Banque des Etats de L'Afrique Centrale

Lot #99 - World Paper Money > Ceylon - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
16b 1 Rupee 9.7.1931
Perforated left margin. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; one of only six examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Government of Ceylon

Lot #100 - World Paper Money > Ceylon - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
35a 2 Rupees 7.5.1946
King George VI series. Perforated left margin. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". An example in AU hammered for $750 at CPMX 2013.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Ceylon

Lot #101 - World Paper Money > Ceylon - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
37a 50 Rupees 24.6.1945
Last date for this difficult King George VI type/farmer plowing on back. Tiny center hole; few small spots. Significantly better than most show for this key denomination.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Government of Ceylon

Lot #102 - World Paper Money > Ceylon - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
38a 100 Rupees 24.6.1945
Large size King George VI type/Laxapana Waterfalls on back. Highest issued denomination of series. Usual staple holes at left. Overall outstanding example.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Government of Ceylon

Lot #103 - World Paper Money > Chad - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
1? 10,000 Francs ND (1971)
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes. President Tombalbaye and cattle/mask. Without watermark. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". This original is a key type for all modern African issues; rarely offered in any grade.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP Bank Name: Republique du Tchad

Lot #104 - World Paper Money > Chad - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,000.00)
2a? 500 Francs ND (1974)
Fully printed proof with watermark; without serial number. Lovely wide margins. Woman, flamingos and other birds/mask, students, and statue. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". We have not previously offered this type in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP Bank Name: Republique du Tchad

Lot #105 - World Paper Money > Chad - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
4 5000 Francs ND (1974)
President Tombalbaye/mask and industrial collage. President Tombalbaye was assassinated on April 13, 1975; thus, this type was quickly replaced by the next 5000 Francs, the type in the following lot. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 pinholes"; one of only four examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Republique du Tchad

Lot #106 - World Paper Money > Chad - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
5b 5000 Francs ND (1978)
Woman and machinery/mask, industry, and statue. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Now quite scarce.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Republique du Tchad

Lot #107 - World Paper Money > Chad - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
8 5000 Francs 1.1.1980
Highest denomination of series. Girl and village scene/carving, airplane, train, tractor, and man smoking pipe. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Republique du Tchad

Lot #108 - World Paper Money > Chile - ($ 250.00 - $ 400.00)
10a 50 Centavos 10.6.1891
Liberty/arms. Lovely original; significantly better than most show.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Republica de Chile

Lot #109 - World Paper Money > Chile - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
12a 2 Pesos 25.7.1893
Man in uniform, village landscape, and arms. Reduced size from previous issue. Strong original with excellent overall appearance; the first we have offered.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Republica de Chile

Lot #110 - World Paper Money > Chile - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
65 50 Pesos 2.2.1921
Vastly underrated. Woman seated with shield and ships/mermaids. Tear at right center runs into design; few splits and pinholes around edges. Sold as; is no returns.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Republica de Chile

Lot #111 - World Paper Money > Chile - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S440p 10 Pesos 18xx (ca. 1885)
Uniface face proof on card; without serial number. Man, Descabezado Grande volcano, and market scene. Full stub at left and right. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; the only example listed on the population report. We have never previously offered this type.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Banco de Talca

Lot #112 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
A4c 2000 Cash Year 5 (1854)
Stamping of Chiang Su. We have not been able to have this piece certified through a grading service and have a lack of information regarding this note; therefore, it is being offered as is, where is. If that means you believe it is not genuine, bid accordingly.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Ch'ing Dynasty

Lot #113 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
A4c 2000 Cash Year 5 (1855)
Stamping for Chekiang. We have not been able to have this piece certified through a grading service and have a lack of information regarding this note; therefore, it is being offered as is, where is. If that means you believe it is not genuine, bid accordingly.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Ch'ing Dynasty

Lot #114 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
A6? 10,000 Cash Yr. 5 (1855)
Unlisted Year 5 (1855) for this denomination. Chichion stamping. Few small holes; light stains. We have not been able to have this piece certified through a grading service and have a lack of information regarding this note; therefore, it is being offered as is, where is. If that means you believe it is not genuine, bid accordingly.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Ch'ing Dynasty

Lot #115 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
A6? 10,000 Cash Yr. 5 (1855)
Similar to previous; stamping for Chichian. We have not been able to have this piece certified through a grading service and have a lack of information regarding this note; therefore, it is being offered as is, where is. If that means you believe it is not genuine, bid accordingly.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Ch'ing Dynasty

Lot #116 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 1,500.00)
A7a 50,000 Cash Year 7 (1857)
Extremely difficult higher denomination. Chiangsu stamping. PCGS terms this "VF 30 Apparent minor edge damage; minor stains". Seldom offered.
Grade: VF 30 Apparent Bank Name: Ch'ing Dynasty

Lot #117 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 15,000.00 - $ 30,000.00)
A8b 100,000 Cash Year 8 (1858)
Next and highest denomination of series. Possibly Chiangsu stamping. PCGS terms this "EF 40 PPQ". Large size wonder in fabulous condition.
Grade: EF 40 PPQ Bank Name: Ch'ing Dynasty

Lot #118 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,200.00)
A9a 1 Tael Year 3 (1853)
Initial denomination of series. Couple small pieces missing; tape bottom right; couple tears. We have not been able to have this piece certified through a grading service and have a lack of information regarding this note; therefore, it is being offered as is, where is. If that means you believe it is not genuine, bid accordingly.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Board of Revenue

Lot #119 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,500.00)
A56a 1 Dollar 18.10.1896/22.4.1895
Scarce issued type; train passing through fortress/shoreline with mountains. Hand signature with hand date 18.10.1896 at lower right. PMG terms this "Fine 12"; one of only four examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Fine 12 Bank Name: Imperial Chinese Railways-Shanghai

Lot #120 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S111s1 1 Dollar 1918
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Changhsa branch. Camel caravan along Great Wall. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Asia Banking Corporation

Lot #121 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S968 1 Tiao Yr. 3 (1911)
Vertical format; larger size piece with dragon design. Hand signed; without overprint on back. PMG terms this "VF 25 annotations". Quite scarce.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Yung Heng Provincial Bank of Kirin

Lot #122 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 825.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S1603c 10 Dollars 1924
Harbin "Big Money" issue printed by ABN. Statues of lions with city tower gate. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63". The best example we have offered.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 Bank Name: Kwang Sing Company

Lot #123 - World Paper Money > China - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S3836 5 Chiao = 50 Cents 1912
Bugles and swords, Hu Han Min, an important leader of the Kuomintang (Chinese Nationalist Party). Kuomintang symbol at left of flag. PMG terms this "XF 40"; only two better of six listed on the population report.
Grade: XF 40 Bank Name: Kwangtung Republican Military Gov.

Lot #124 - World Paper Money > Comoros - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
2b? 50 Francs ND (1963)
Fully printed proof without watermark; serial number of zeroes. Woman with hat/man. Lovely full margins. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banque de Madagascar et des Comores

Lot #125 - World Paper Money > Comoros - ($ 700.00 - $ 900.00)
3b? 100 Francs ND (1963)
Fully printed proof without watermark; serial number of zeroes. Red COMOROS overprint on Madagascar type; lovely design. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP Bank Name: Banque de Madagascar et des Comores

Lot #126 - World Paper Money > Comoros - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
4b 500 Francs ND (1963)
Dynamic, multicolored type. Man with fruit/woman with flowers. WBG terms this "UNC 61 TOP".
Grade: UNC 61 TOP Bank Name: Banque de Madagascar et des Comoros

Lot #127 - World Paper Money > Comoros - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
4b? 500 Francs ND (1963)
Fully printed proof; without serial number. Dynamic, multicolored type. Man with fruit/woman with flowers. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Wonderful so choice.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP Bank Name: Banque de Madagascar et des Comores

Lot #128 - World Paper Money > Congo Republic - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
4c 5000 Francs ND (1978)
Man/mask. Signature titles Le Gouverneur and Un Censeur with signature 12. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Republique Populaire du Congo Banque Centrale

Lot #129 - World Paper Money > Congo Republic - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
5a 10,000 Francs ND (1977)
Highest denomination of series; young Congolese woman and people marching with sign/tractor and statues. Scarce signature 5. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Republique Populaire du Congo Banque Centrale

Lot #130 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
101a 1 Peso 2.1.1865
First note from the republic. Without stampings on back. Couple spots. This early piece is sure to draw significant attention.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Republica de Costa Rica

Lot #131 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
141a 1 Colon 5.11.1902
Hand dated; very clear stamping of arms on otherwise blank back. A few spots. Now extremely difficult to find in any grade.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Republica de Costa Rica

Lot #132 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
143a 1 Colon 1.12.1912
Columbus; tough middle date. Evenly circulated.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Republica de Costa Rica

Lot #133 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
143a 1 Colon 1.10.1914
Similar to previous. Slit lower right. Very scarce.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Republica de Costa Rica

Lot #134 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
148a 1 Colon 5.6.1918
Similar to previous but this issue text changes with backing by coined silver text changes. Phenomenal original. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Republica de Costa Rica

Lot #135 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
158c 1 Colon 8.5.1935
Seated woman/Liberty head, with reportedly only 100,000 made for date. Pressed; few small areas of restoration. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Banco Internacional de Costa Rica

Lot #136 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 9,000.00)
161 10 Colones 1.11.1914
Five coffee bean pickers. Reportedly only 90,000 made; this has always been scarce. PMG terms this "AU 50"; the only example listed on the population report. Phenomenal.
Grade: AU 50 Bank Name: Banco Internacional de Costa Rica

Lot #137 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
167 2 Colones 5.8.1936
Mona Lisa beauty in every respect. Only 50,000 made for date. Slight thinning at corner area. Still, highly desirable original that should see spirited bidding.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Banco Internacional de Costa Rica

Lot #138 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 300.00 - $ 600.00)
167 2 Colones 5.8.1936
A second chance for this date with Mona Lisa. PMG terms this "Ch. Fine 15". In demand.
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 Bank Name: Banco Internacional de Costa Rica

Lot #139 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
167 2 Colones 31.10.1936
The incomparable Mona Lisa. PMG terms this "VF 25 NET previously mounted".
Grade: VF 25 NET Bank Name: Banco International de Costa Rica

Lot #140 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 7,500.00)
177a 50 Colones 4.1.1919
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #00906 for this first date. Woman playing mandolin. Paltry amount made. PMG terms this "VF 25"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Banco Internacional de Costa Rica

Lot #141 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,500.00)
180a 5 Colones 8.7.1931
SERIAL NUMBER #000002!! Coffee bean workers/monument. This piece could well far exceed the very conservative estimate. With all of the Costa Rica collections we have offered we have not had this first date for over 13 years; also, extremely low serial numbers simply do not show for early Costa Rica types. Small holes at all four corners indicate this piece was mostly likely and rightfully displayed as a special collector's item; now this trophy can be yours.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Banco Internacional de Costa Rica

Lot #142 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
190 1 Colon 23.6.1943
Initial denomination for provisional issue; first for Banco Nacional. ICG terms this "UNC 63".
Grade: UNC 63 Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Costa Rica

Lot #143 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,850.00 - $ 2,850.00)
191 10 Colones 10.3.1937
Next in provisional overprint series for National Bank. Only 70,000 made. PMG terms this "VF 25 small piece missing" (bottom center); the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Costa Rica

Lot #144 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
194a 100 Colones 4.2.1942
Red overprint on earlier Banco Internacional type; last date. Only 20,000 made. PMG terms this "VF 30 EPQ". Pleasing original.
Grade: VF 30 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Costa Rica

Lot #145 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
195c 2 Colones 2.3.1938
Columbus/plantation workers; "El Presidente" signature title at left. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Strong original.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Costa Rica

Lot #146 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
198b 5 Colones 22.6.1938
Workers loading train with bananas and mountain view/arms. Two signature title overprints. Slight foxing. Overall quality original.
Grade: Fine+ Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Costa Rica

Lot #147 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
208 100 Colones 3.6.1942
Highest denomination of series. Vaso Policromo artifact/ceremonial altar provide this type with an unusual appearance. PMG terms this "VF 30 EPQ"; betters the two examples currently listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 30 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Costa Rica

Lot #148 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
218a 50 Colones 5.12.1951
Provisional series; Manuel Escalante/Heredia church. PMG terms this "VF 25"; no examples currently listed on the population report. We have not previously offered this date.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Banco Central de Costa Rica

Lot #149 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
223b 50 Colones 6.12.1961
Ricardo Guardia/National Library. Surprisingly scarce so choice; we have not previously offered this date. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Central de Costa Rica

Lot #150 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
225b 500 Colones 26.4.1977
Manuel Maria Gutierrez/National Theater; last date for type with reportedly 100,000 made. PCGS terms this "VF 35 PPQ".
Grade: VF 35 PPQ Bank Name: Banco Central de Costa Rica

Lot #151 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 675.00 - $ 850.00)
226c 1000 Colones 4.4.1974
Highest denomination of series; Julio Pena/Central Bank building. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with only two others as the best of 42 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Central de Costa Rica

Lot #152 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,350.00)
S147s 10 Colones ND (ca. 1913)
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Series E. National Theater/Liberty. PCGS terms this "Ch. New 63 PPQ hole punch cancelled".
Grade: Ch. New 63 PPQ Bank Name: Banco Comercial de Costa Rica

Lot #153 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S148s 20 Colones ND (ca. 1913)
SPECIMEN stamped twice in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Series B. National Theater/Liberty. PCGS terms this "Ch. New 63 PPQ hole punch cancelled".
Grade: Ch. New 63 PPQ Bank Name: Banco Comercial de Costa Rica

Lot #154 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S149s 50 Colones ND (ca. 1913)
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Series D. National Theater/Liberty. Long bottom margin. PCGS terms this "Superb Gem New 67 PPQ hole punch cancelled".
Grade: Superb Gem New 67 PPQ Bank Name: Banco Comercial de Costa Rica

Lot #155 - World Paper Money > Costa Rica - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S150s 100 Colones ND (ca. 1913)
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Series H. National Theater/Liberty. Official date stamping top right on back. PCGS terms this "Gem New 65 PPQ hole punch cancelled".
Grade: Gem New 65 PPQ Bank Name: Banco Comercial de Costa Rica

Lot #156 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
27e 1 Peso 6.8.1883
Seated allegorical woman/Columbus in sight of land. PMG terms this "XF 40"; by itself, the best example listed on the population report and the best example I have seen.
Grade: XF 40 Bank Name: Banco Espanol de la Habana

Lot #157 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 2,850.00 - $ 3,250.00)
28e 3 Pesos 31.5.1879
Allegorical woman/Columbus in sight of land on terrific orange back. Pressed; few areas of small repairs. Very scarce.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Banco Espanol de la Habana

Lot #158 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 2,150.00 - $ 2,500.00)
33a 50; 50 Centavos 28.10.1889
TWO NOTE SHEET. Columbus; counterfoil at left and right. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: Ch. EF/AU Bank Name: Banco Espanol de la Habana

Lot #159 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
39b 5 Pesos 12.8.1891
Unsigned; without counterfoil at left. Cute serial #025502. Small spots and pinhole at right. Overall pleasing original.
Grade: EF+ Bank Name: Tesoro de la Isla de Cuba

Lot #160 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
40b 10 Pesos 12.8.1891
Mercury with shield/single head. PMG terms this "EF 40"; significantly better than most show.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Tesoro de la Isla de Cuba

Lot #161 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
41b 20 Pesos 12.8.1891
Without counterfoil at left. Woman seated with shield/two heads on back. PMG term this "EF 40 cuts left end".
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Tesoro de la Isla de Cuba

Lot #162 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 13,000.00 - $ 17,500.00)
59 500 Pesos 8.9.1869
Angel, shield, eagle, and three women seated; embossed seal. Fairly low serial number #331. Much scarcer than the 1000 Pesos of this series and certainly a key type for Cuban notes from this era.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Republica de Cuba

Lot #163 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 3,350.00 - $ 5,000.00)
60 1000 Pesos 6.9.1869
Highest denomination of series; large size type. Hand signature of de Cespedes as Presidente. Hand cut margins. Beautiful design and quite attractive. PCGS terms this "EF 45".
Grade: EF 45 Bank Name: Republica de Cuba

Lot #164 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
73e 50 Pesos 1943
Gutter ERROR at left; unusual. Baptista signature at right. PMG terms this "VF 30 annotation"(fairly small at left); one of only nine listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Republica de Cuba

Lot #165 - World Paper Money > Cuba - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,000.00)
76s 1000 Pesos 1945
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Higher silver certificate denomination; Tomas Estrada Palma. Later date. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Republica de Cuba

Lot #166 - World Paper Money > Curacao - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
27 25 Gulden 1943
Perforated cancelled; regular serial number. Highest denomination of series. City view/arms. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ perforation cancelled"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: De Curacaosche Bank

Lot #167 - World Paper Money > Curacao - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
44? 500 Gulden 25.11.1954
SPECIMEN stamped in filled-in red letters face and back with contrived serial numbers #012345 at upper right and #067890 at lower left. Highest denomination of series. Woman seated with scroll and flag and oil refinery Curacao/crowned supported arms. PCGS terms this "Ch. New 63 PPQ". Wonderful opportunity.
Grade: Ch. New 63 PPQ Bank Name: De Curacaosche Bank

Lot #168 - World Paper Money > Curacao - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
NL 1 Gulden September 1893
SPECIMEN stamped in pink; punch cancelled, without serial number. Willem Maal became a very prosperous merchant as his family was involved for years with some plantations used for agriculture, cattle, quarrying, mining and sand dredging. Vignette of Seated Justice with scales closely resembles that used on some U.S. currency, bonds, and Philippine 200 Pesos notes of 1908, 1912 and 1928. Bank monogram on back. Imprint Hamilton Bank Note Company New York. Rarely offered.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Wed. Willem P. Maal

Lot #169 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
20 1 Shilling 25.11.1944
King George VI. Pleasing original. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Cyprus

Lot #170 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
21 2 Shillings 1.5.1942
King George VI. PMG terms this "EF 40"; one of only five examples listed on the population report.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Government of Cyprus

Lot #171 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 7,250.00 - $ 9,000.00)
30 5 Shillings 1.9.1952
Queen Elizabeth II. This one year type has magnificent presence and provides a cornerstone for any advanced collection. PCGS terms this "Ch. New 63". Rarely offered so choice.
Grade: Ch. New 63 Bank Name: Government of Cyprus

Lot #172 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
35a 1 Pound 1.2.1956
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "AU 50". Beautiful example.
Grade: AU 50 Bank Name: Government of Cyprus

Lot #173 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
36a 5 Pounds 1.6.1955
Highest denomination of Queen Elizabeth II series. PMG terms this "AU 55"; significantly better than most show.
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: Government of Cyprus

Lot #174 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
41c?; 42b?; 43c?; 44c? 250; 500 Mils; 1; 5 Pounds 1.8.1976
FOUR NOTES. Complete type set of APPROVAL SPECIMENS punch cancelled, each signed at top center; serial numbers of zeroes. Seldom seen in this form.
Grade: Avg. AU/UNC Bank Name: Central Bank of Cyprus

Lot #175 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
42a 500 Mils 1.3.1968
Tough earlier date. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Cyprus

Lot #176 - World Paper Money > Cyprus - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
43c 1 Pound 1.5.1978
SERIAL NUMBER 1! Amazing opportunity. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". The first we have ever offered.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Cyprus

Lot #177 - World Paper Money > Dahomey - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
1a .50 Franc D. 1917
This type is from the most underrated series of French colonies. Watermark bees. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ Bank Name: Gouvernement General de l. A.O.F. Dahomey

Lot #178 - World Paper Money > Dahomey - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
1? .50 Franc D. 1917
Punch cancelled; without serial number. Watermark bees. Unusual; the first we have offered as such.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Gouvernement General de l. A.O.F. Dahomey

Lot #179 - World Paper Money > Danish West Indies - ($ 1,400.00 - $ 2,000.00)
17 5 Francs 1905
King Christian IX and palm tree/shoreline village. Initial denomination of series that ties together countries including United States, Denmark, France, Great Britain, and Spain. Pressed; moderate soiling.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: National Bank of the Danish West Indies

Lot #180 - World Paper Money > Danish West Indies - ($ 15,000.00 - $ 20,000.00)
18a 10 Francs 1905
Palm tree, King Christian IX and village scene/plants. This series ties together countries including United States, Denmark, France, Great Britain, and Spain. PCGS terms this "VF 35 small edge split at top center". Rare denomination and the best we have offered.
Grade: VF 35 Bank Name: National Bank of the Danish West Indies

Lot #181 - World Paper Money > Danzig - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
4a 3 Mark 10.8.1914
Highest denomination of series. UNGULTIG on back. We have not offered this very difficult type in eleven years.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: City Council Danzig

Lot #182 - World Paper Money > Danzig - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
28a 500 Millionen Mark 26.9.1923
Schopenhauer type; upright light blue margin inscription. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Senate of the Municipality Danzig

Lot #183 - World Paper Money > Danzig - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
62 100 Gulden 1.8.1931
Mottlau dock scene/allegorical man at right. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bank of Danzig

Lot #184 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 26,000.00 - $ 35,000.00)
4b 100 Kroner 1894
Two punch cancellations and stamped MAKULATUR in red on back; regular serial number. Highest denomination of series. Woman standing with scrolls/two allegorical women and arms. Two heads as watermark. Signatures Jacobsen and Lange. Fourteen museums in Denmark each received two examples of this issued type. Areas of light soiling on back. No record of public sale in North America and no examples listed on the PMG population report. We have never previously offered this rare type and most likely will not do so again.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Nationalbank I Kiobenhavn

Lot #185 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 13,500.00 - $ 20,000.00)
8b 50 Kroner 1907
Rare early type. Two punch cancellations and stamped MAKULATUR twice in red on back. Woman seated. Signatures Lange and Limprecht. Fourteen museums in Denmark each received two examples of this issued type. PCGS terms this "VF 30 Apparent minor rust stains; small hole and edge tear near upper left corner". No record of public sale in North America.
Grade: VF 30 Apparent Bank Name: Nationalbank I Kiobenhavn

Lot #186 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
23d 100 Kroner 1917
Ornamentation of dolphins/arms surrounded by seaweed held by two mermen in waves. PMG terms this "EF 40". Tough early date; the earliest we have offered.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank

Lot #187 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,500.00)
24d 500 Kroner 1921
Highest denomination of series. Farmer plowing field with two horses/arms. Rare early date; significant contemporary face value. PMG terms this "Ch. EF 45 minor rust"; far better than the only other example listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. EF 45 Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank

Lot #188 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
39a 100 Kroner 1944
First date for type. The left and right are correct and untrimmed. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Wonderful original with excellent color.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank

Lot #189 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
45s 50 Kroner 1956
SPECIMEN; serial number of zeroes. Ole Romer and Round Tower/ancient burial site Dolmen of Stenvad. Earlier watermark with crowns and "50". For accuracy, couple very light clip shadows. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: AU+ Bank Name: Danmarks Nationalbank

Lot #190 - World Paper Money > Denmark - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
M12 10 Kroner ND (1947-58)
Highest denomination of series. Fairly low serial number #0000153. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP". Seldom offered.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 TOP Bank Name: Den Danske Brigade

Lot #191 - World Paper Money > Djibouti - ($ 825.00 - $ 1,250.00)
9a 500 Francs 20.7.1927
Earlier and scarcer date. Foxing at various margin areas.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #192 - World Paper Money > Djibouti - ($ 2,150.00 - $ 2,500.00)
10? 1000 Francs ND (1938)
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes. Market scene and woman sitting/woman carrying basket and man with spear. Signatures Borduge and Bauduin. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Terrific so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #193 - World Paper Money > Djibouti - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
12A 20 Francs ND (18.2.1943)
Box overprint. Tear at top left, small holes, soiling, and other signs of circulation. Extremely difficult; only the third we have ever offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Good/VG Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #194 - World Paper Money > Djibouti - ($ 250.00 - $ 500.00)
25 50 Francs ND (1952)
Boat anchored/camels. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ".
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Cote Francaise des Somalis

Lot #195 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,750.00)
31b 100 Shillings = 5 Pounds 1.9.1950
Higher denomination from King George VI series. PMG term this "Ch. VF 35". We have not previously offered this date.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: East African Currency Board

Lot #196 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
33 5 Shillings 1.10.1957
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only two better of 48 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: East African Currency Board

Lot #197 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
35 20 Shillings = 1 Pound 1.2.1956
Queen Elizabeth II. Much scarcer date than the 1955; strong embossing for this original.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: East African Currency Board

Lot #198 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
40 100 Shillings ND (1958-60)
Highest denomination of series; Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "AU 50 EPQ"; significantly better than most show.
Grade: AU 50 EPQ Bank Name: East African Currency Board

Lot #199 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
44a 100 Shillings ND (1961)
Highest denomination in this Queen Elizabeth II series. David signature top left. This original has a couple small spots lower right on back. We have seldom offered this variety.
Grade: VF Bank Name: East African Currency Board

Lot #200 - World Paper Money > East Africa - ($ 675.00 - $ 850.00)
47s 20 Shillings ND (1964)
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes. Part of the "Lakes" issue. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; the only example listed on the population report. We have not previously offered this type in this form.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: East African Currency Board

Lot #201 - World Paper Money > East Caribbean States - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
16j 100 Dollars ND (1965)
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series; "K" overprint for St. Kitts. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". We have not offered this variety in ten years.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: East Caribbean Currency Authority

Lot #202 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S103a 5 Sucres 15.11.1924
Old fortress and Alonso de Mercadillo. Very tough issued note. WBG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Banco del Azuay

Lot #203 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,200.00)
S129 20 Sucres 1.1.1907
Threshing machine/street view. PMG terms this "VF 20 NET hinged, edge damage"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 20 NET Bank Name: Banco Comercial y Agricola

Lot #204 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S145a? 5 Pesos 18.6.1884?
Arms and reclining woman ("L'Orient"); stamping on brown back. WBG terms this "VG 10". Only the second we have ever offered.
Grade: VG 10 Bank Name: Banco del Ecuador

Lot #205 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
S158a 5 Sucres 19??
Sailor, cherub, woman, and allegorical woman with two children. The date is faded. Pressed. Still, a strong example. We have not offered this tough type in several years.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Banco del Ecuador

Lot #206 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S236a? 1 Peso 1.9.1879
This 1879 comes after all listed dates in the Standard Catalog. Woman in shawl and Indian/black hand stamps on back; printed by Charles, Skipper and East. Much different design than anything else from this bank. WBG terms this "Ch. Fine 15".
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 Bank Name: Banco de Quito

Lot #207 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S241? 1 Peso 2.1.1880
Horsemen with pack horse; back blue with two black stampings. Five digit serial number in blue. Listed in the Standard Catalog only as a proof. WBG terms this "VF 20". Outstanding comparison piece with next lot.
Grade: VF 20 Bank Name: Banco de Quito

Lot #208 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S241a 1 Peso 2.1.1880
Similar to previous; back brown with two black stampings. Six digit serial number in red. Incredible comparison piece with prior lot. WBG terms this "Ch. Fine 15".
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 Bank Name: Banco de Quito

Lot #209 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S242a 5 Pesos 2.1.1880
Allegorical woman with sheaf and sickle and allegorical woman with wheel ("Fortune"); back brown with two black stampings. Five digit serial number in blue. WBG terms this "VF 25". Extremely difficult in any form; do not wait for another to show.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Banco de Quito

Lot #210 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S243? 10 Pesos 2.1.1880
Allegorical woman with sheaf and sickle ("Agriculture") and woman with spool ("Industry"); back orange with two black stampings. Five digit serial number in red. WBG terms this "Ch. Fine 15". Listed only as a specimen and proof in the Standard Catalog; do not wait for another to show.
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 Bank Name: Banco de Quito

Lot #211 - World Paper Money > Ecuador - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
S269 5 Sucres 12.12.1891
Hand written date. Street scene and two cherubs; circular stamping on back. WBG terms this "Ch. Fine 15 pinhole". Rarely offered.
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 Bank Name: Banco de la Union

Lot #212 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
11? 50 Piastres ND
SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED; serial number #P/9 000001 at upper left and #100000 at lower right. Official notations at top margin. Early type with sphinx. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 Apparent minor mounting remnants on back at right". Seldom seen in any form.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 Apparent Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #213 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
13 5 Pounds 3.4.1917
Pyramid and sail boats. Tear at top center and few tiny spots for this original.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #214 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
17d 100 Pounds 6.7.1942
Highest denomination in series. Citadel of Cairo and mosque/sailing boat and island of Philae. PCGS terms this piece "VF 20 Apparent small holes". Quite desirable without graffiti.
Grade: VF 20 Apparent Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #215 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
17d 100 Pounds 1.2.1943
As previous. No graffiti! This original, with good color, has a few pinholes upper left, a few small spots, and small margin nicks top and bottom center. Overall pleasing.
Grade: Abt. VF Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #216 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
20 1 Pound 6.7.1926
Fellah; earlier date. Pressed.
Grade: VF Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #217 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 4,250.00 - $ 6,000.00)
20 1 Pound 10.1.1930
As previous. Strong original with excellent color.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #218 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
21? 50 Piastres ND
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal and red SPECIMEN stamping; punch cancelled, without serial number, date, and signatures. Tutankhamen. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #219 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
22? 1 Pound ND
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal, color trial in brown on multicolored back blue; punch cancelled, without serial number, date, and signatures. Tutankhamen/mosque; with watermark. The first we have offered in this form; quite appealing.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #220 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
25a 5 Pounds 1948
Citadel of Cairo and King Farouk. Signature Leith-Ross. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 EPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #221 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
27b? 100 Pounds 1951
SPECIMEN (#225) perforated and stamped ANNULE, AKYPON (Greek), Arabic, and CANCELLED; punch cancelled, without serial number. Highest denomination from Farouk series. Minaret at left. Expert restoration has rendered this always terrific piece even more amazing. Seldom offered in this form.
Grade: AU Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #222 - World Paper Money > Egypt - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
34 100 Pounds 29.10.1952
Highest denomination of series. Tutankhamen. PMG terms this "XF 40 pinholes, annotation".
Grade: XF 40 Bank Name: National Bank of Egypt

Lot #223 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
109a 5 Colones 20.6.1967
COMMEMORATIVE; reportedly made for bicentennial of birth of Jose Canas. Back date 22.4.1968. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; far better than the only other example listed on the population report. Modern rarity so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva de El Salvador

Lot #224 - World Paper Money > El Salvador - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
S105s 100 Pesos 19xx
SPECIMEN stamped in red; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. Seated allegorical woman with produce and parrot. Extended top and left margins. We have not previously offered this extremely difficult type in any form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banco Agricola Comercial

Lot #225 - World Paper Money > Equatorial African States - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
4c? 500 Francs ND (1963)
Fully printed proof without watermark; serial number of letters. Code letter C. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Seldom offered in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP Bank Name: Banque Centrale Etats de l'Afrique Equatoriale

Lot #226 - World Paper Money > Equatorial African States - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
5c? 1000 Francs ND (1963)
Fully printed proof without watermark; serial number of letters. Code letter C; next in the series. People gathering cotton/young men logging. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Seldom offered in any form so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP Bank Name: Banque Centrale Etats de l'Afrique Equatoriale

Lot #227 - World Paper Money > Equatorial African States - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,000.00)
7? 10,000 Francs ND (1968)
Fully printed proof; without watermark. Highest denomination of series. Arms, Rock Hotel in Bangui and President Bokassa. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Always desirable so choice in any form.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP Bank Name: Banque Centrale Etats de l'Afrique Equatoriale

Lot #228 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,250.00)
8 10 Thalers 1.5.1932
Leopard and arms/bank building. PMG terms this "VF 30 pinholes".
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia

Lot #229 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
9 50 Thalers 1.5.1932
Next in the series; lion. PMG terms this "VF 25 pinholes".
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia

Lot #230 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
9s 50 Thalers 1.5.1932
SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED; serial number #C/1 00001 at lower left and #C/1 11000 at upper right. Official notations top margin. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 previously mounted"; far better than the only other example listed on the population report. Spectacular.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia

Lot #231 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
10 100 Thalers 29.4.1933
Bank building, arms, and elephant. We have offered this later date less frequently than the earlier date. Despite margin foxing, significantly better than most show.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia

Lot #232 - World Paper Money > Ethiopia - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
11 500 Thalers 1.5.1932
Highest denomination of series; large size type. Standing warrior in indigenous attire. Terrific original.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Bank of Ethiopia

Lot #233 - World Paper Money > European Union - ($ 1,300.00 - $ 1,750.00)
7x 500 Euro ND (2002)
Highest denomination of series; serial prefix "X" for Germany. Now out of circulation. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64 PPQ".
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 PPQ Bank Name: European Central Bank

Lot #234 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,000.00)
1b 5 Kroner June 1940
Initial denomination for overprint series on early types from Denmark. Prefix F. Spot at lower right. Seldom offered in such overall strong condition.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Faero Amt

Lot #235 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
7 10 Kroner 1.10.1940
Embossed seal at upper left. World War II Remembered states "serial number reports for (this type) wanted." That source provides only three serial numbers reported, not including this piece. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 NET rust"; the only example listed on the population report and rare in any grade.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 NET Bank Name: Faeroerne

Lot #236 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 26,500.00 - $ 32,500.00)
8 100 Kroner 1.10.1940
The higher denomination from the rare two note set from 1940. Ram's head. The first we have ever offered; no examples listed in World War II Remembered. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 EPQ"; the only example listed on the population report. Exquisite condition for this excessively difficult type.
Grade: Ch. XF 45 EPQ Bank Name: Faeroerne

Lot #237 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,000.00)
11a 10 Kroner November 1940
LOW SERIAL NUMBER #000066. Higher denomination in the World War II series. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45". Significantly better than most show.
Grade: Ch. XF 45 Bank Name: Faeroerne

Lot #238 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 10,000.00)
12a 100 Kroner November 1940
Highest denomination in the World War II series; fully issued. Only one example listed in World War II Remembered and it is not this note. Pressed; few light stains; somewhat faded. The first we have offered; extremely difficult.
Grade: Fine+ Bank Name: Faeroerne

Lot #239 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
13b 5 Kronur L. 1949
Coin with ram/fishermen with boat. Underrated earlier type for this original.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Foroyar

Lot #240 - World Paper Money > Faeroe Islands - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
15b 100 Kronur L. 1949 (1952-63)
Highest denomination of series. Porpoises on back. Both left and right margins straight. This original has a small thin at lower left on back. Becoming scarce, particularly so choice.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Foroyar

Lot #241 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 400.00 - $ 800.00)
4 10 Shillings 19.5.1938
King George VI; initial denomination. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands

Lot #242 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
5 1 Pound 19.5.1938
King George VI. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of seven listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands

Lot #243 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
6 5 Pounds 20.2.1951
Highest denomination of this King George VI series. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 small tear" (top center); tied with one other as the best of only three listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands

Lot #244 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
7a 10 Shillings 10.4.1960
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Quite pleasing.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands

Lot #245 - World Paper Money > Falkland Islands - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
11a 10 Pounds 5.6.1975
Highest denomination of Queen Elizabeth II series; tough first date. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP Bank Name: Government of the Falkland Islands

Lot #246 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
37i 5 Shillings 1.8.1949
Extremely difficult King George VI type; we have not offered this date in many years. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: Ch. AU 58 TOP Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #247 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
37k 5 Shillings 1.6.1951
Last date for King George VI type. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with only one other as the best of 45 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #248 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
39? 1 Pound ND
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal on face and back, color trial dark green on blue with back multicolored; punch cancelled, without serial number, date, and signatures. King George VI. For accuracy, slightly darker down right on back. The first we have offered in this form; missing from most advanced collections.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #249 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,500.00)
42a 10 Pounds 1.1.1942
King George VI. WBG terms this "Ch. Fine 15 tiny rust spots, graffiti" (minor graffiti). Highly elusive first date.
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #250 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
51e 5 Shillings 1.10.1965
Wonderful Queen Elizabeth II piece. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ"; by itself, the best of 37 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #251 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
51e 5; 5 Shillings 1.10.1965
TWO NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. Queen Elizabeth II. PCGS terms each "Very Ch. New 64". Lovely.
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #252 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
52a 10 Shillings 1.6.1957
Arms and Queen Elizabeth II; first date. Many believe this denomination to be considerably scarcer than the 5 Shillings or even the 1 Pound. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". Lovely.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #253 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
52b 10 Shillings 28.4.1961
Arms and Queen Elizabeth II; vastly underrated second date. Many believe this denomination to be considerably scarcer than the 5 Shillings or even the 1 Pound. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #254 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
52e 10; 10 Shillings 1.10.1965
TWO NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. Queen Elizabeth II. PCGS terms each "Very Ch. New 64". Lovely.
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #255 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
53a 1 Pound 1.7.1954
Queen Elizabeth II; first date. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #256 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
53i 1 Pound 1.1.1967
Queen Elizabeth II. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Lovely.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 TOP Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #257 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,100.00 - $ 1,500.00)
54d 5 Pounds 1.12.1962
Queen Elizabeth II. Pleasing original with good color; we have offered this date once prior in over 13 years.
Grade: Ch. Fine/VF Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #258 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 4,200.00 - $ 5,500.00)
55cs 10 Pounds ND (ca. 1954)
SPECIMEN (#52) stamped in red on face and back color trial brown on multicolored; punch cancelled without serial number. Higher denomination from Queen Elizabeth II series. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". Wonderful so choice in any form.
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: Government of Fiji

Lot #259 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
73c 5 Dollars ND (1974)
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Better than most show.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Central Monetary Authority of Fiji

Lot #260 - World Paper Money > Fiji - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,500.00)
74a 10 Dollars ND (1974)
Queen Elizabeth II; tough Barnes and Craik signatures. PMG terms this "XF 40 EPQ". Key variety missing in many collections.
Grade: XF 40 EPQ Bank Name: Central Monetary Authority of Fiji

Lot #261 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
A35a 12 Markkaa 1862
Printed on green paper. Without series; seven digit serial number. Man with stick and cap and woman with scarf. PCGS terms this "Fine 15". Extremely difficult; only the second we have ever offered.
Grade: Fine 15 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #262 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 8,500.00 - $ 10,500.00)
A36b 20 Markkaa 1862
Printed on salmon paper. Series B; six digit serial number. Crowned arms. PMG terms this "Ch. Fine 15 NET splits"; one of only two examples listed on the population report. Extremely difficult in any grade.
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 NET Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #263 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 50,000.00 - $ 100,000.00)
A37 40 Markkaa 1862
One of the rarest notes from this entire country; reportedly, the Bank of Finland does not own this type in their collection. Crowned arms and seated woman with anchor and caduceus for this unusual denomination. Six digit serial number. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 ink"; the only example listed on the population report. A lifetime opportunity.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #264 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
A40d 3 Markka 1870
Tough early type, particularly in anything above Good. PCGS terms this "Fine 15". We have not previously offered this date.
Grade: Fine 15 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #265 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,000.00)
A44 10 Markkaa 1878
Arms. Stamping at lower right. Excellent color and overall appearance. PCGS terms this "VF 25 minor adhesive remnants on back". The first we have ever offered and quite likely the last.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #266 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 6,500.00 - $ 8,500.00)
A49 50 Markkaa 1884
Extremely difficult higher denomination. Arms/harbor scene. PMG terms this "VF 25"; the only example listed on the population report and the first we have offered. Terrific piece.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #267 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 2,350.00 - $ 3,000.00)
2? 5 Markkaa 1897
Uniface face proof punch cancelled; without serial number. Vertical format; arms, woman's head, and woman. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; none listed in this form on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #268 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 3,700.00 - $ 5,000.00)
5? 20 Markkaa 1898
Uniface face proof punch cancelled; without serial number. Vertical format. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; not listed on the population report. Very difficult in this form.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #269 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 3,350.00 - $ 5,000.00)
6? 50 Markkaa 1898
Uniface face proof punch cancelled; without serial number. Woman with tablet. PMG terms this "AU 53 NET minor foreign substance, minor tear" (margin tear at left); not listed on the population report.
Grade: AU 53 NET Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #270 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 20,000.00 - $ 25,000.00)
8? 500; 500 Markkaa 1898
TWO NOTES; uncut pair of uniface face proofs, punch cancelled and with neither serial number nor signatures. Highest denomination of series. PCGS terms this "Abt. New 53 PPQ". The first time I have ever seen an uncut pair; regal appearance.
Grade: Abt. New 53 PPQ Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #271 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
27 50 Markkaa 1909 (1918)
Litt A. Czarist eagle. PCGS terms this "VF 25 PPQ". Much better than generally shows.
Grade: VF 25 PPQ Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #272 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 20,000.00 - $ 25,000.00)
41 1000 Markkaa 1918
Highest denomination of series; large size. Two men holding caduceus. Beautiful design and quite attractive. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64 PPQ"; the first we have ever offered. A marvelous addition for any collection.
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 PPQ Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #273 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 325.00 - $ 500.00)
82a 1000 Markkaa 1945
Allegorical group of 13 people. Litt. A. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35 margin tears" (not significant). We have not offered this elusive type in many years.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #274 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
87? 50 Markkaa 1945 (1948)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Litt. B. Young farm couple on back. We have not offered this type in this form in the last 14 years. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #275 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
88? 100 Markkaa 1945 (1948)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Litt. B. Young farm couple on back. We have not offered this type in this form in the last 14 years. PMG terms this "AU 53 previously mounted, pinholes"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: AU 53 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #276 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
99s 5 Markaa 1963
SPECIMEN (#0423); serial number of zeroes. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 pinholes".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #277 - World Paper Money > Finland - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
100s 10 Markaa 1963
SPECIMEN (#0373); serial number of zeroes. Paasikivi/arms. Seldom encountered. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 pinholes".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Finlands Bank

Lot #278 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
NL 600 Francs 1.9.1857
Large size; blue paper. This project was officially presented to Napoleon III by the private printer Pinchot, who has multiple patents for paper money. Few pinholes. The first time to my knowledge this has ever been publicly offered. A scan of the draft letter proposal from Pinchot to Napoleon 3 titled Note for his majesty Emperor will be sent to the winner of this lot.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #279 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,000.00)
61b 20 Francs 2.9.1904
Mercury and woman. Only a few pinholes at left. Pleasing original. We have not previously offered this date for this type.
Grade: VF+ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #281 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
67b 1000 Francs 27.3.1891
Excessively difficult early date for this large size type. Mercury and woman in medallion; allegorical figures on face and back. Quite likely, this was at least six months wages for the average worker of that era. PCGS Europe terms this "VF 30 tears, pinholes".
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #282 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
70 5 Francs 4.7.1913
Choice original without pinholes.
Grade: VF+ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #283 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
70 5 Francs 5.7.1916
Month symbol of lion is inverted. Few pinholes at left. Very scarce and the first I know of that we have offered.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #284 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
87 300 Francs ND (1938)
Famous denomination with Ceres. Series E. PMG terms this "AU 50 pinholes".
Grade: AU 50 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #285 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
95b 500 Francs 1.10.1942
Pax with wreath/man and woman. Wonderful colors. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; only three better of a whopping 194 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #286 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
100d 20 Francs 9.2.1950
Fisherman type. Very scarce last date. PMG terms this "AU 53 EPQ"; the highest of only three examples listed on the population report.
Grade: AU 53 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #287 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
112a 1000 Francs ND (old date 2.7.1942)
Large TRESOR overprint lower center. A few pinholes do not significantly detract from this beautiful piece.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Tresor Central

Lot #288 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
133b 500 Francs 6.2.1958
Victor Hugo. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; significantly better than most show.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #289 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
133b 500 Francs 10.7.1958
Victor Hugo and Pantheon/Hugo and museum bearing his name. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". We have not previously offered this very tough date.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #290 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
134? 1000 Francs 0.0.0000
SPECIMEN (#0334) stamped and perforated; serial number, block, and date of zeroes. Diagonal blue "X" across face. Cardinal Richelieu. Scarce in this form.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #291 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
135? 5000 Francs 00.00.0000
SPECIMEN (#000056) perforated and stamped; serial number, block number, and date of zeroes. Henry IV on face and back; also, bridge on face and castle on back. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58"; no examples currently listed on the population report. We have not previously offered this elusive type in this form.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #292 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
136? 10,000 Francs 00.00.0000
SPECIMEN (#145) stamped and perforated; serial number, block number, and date of zeroes. Arch and Napoleon Bonaparte/Arc de Triomphe and capital building. Small hole at upper left and few pinholes primarily there as well. We have not previously offered this type in this form.
Grade: EF+ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #293 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,000.00)
139a 50 Nouveaux Francs 30.10.1958
Overprint on Henry IV 5000 Francs; first date. PCGS terms this "EF 45 repaired pinholes".
Grade: EF 45 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #294 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 3,300.00 - $ 4,000.00)
139b 50 Nouveaux Francs on 5000 Francs ND (old date 5.3.1959)
Overprint on Henry IV 5000 Francs; tougher later date. PCGS Europe terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; without pinholes. Excellent opportunity.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #295 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
140 100 Nouveaux Francs on 10,000 Francs ND (old date 30.10.1958)
Napoleon and Arc de Triomphe. Next in the series. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; tied with one other as the best of 15 on the population report. The top example we have ever offered.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #296 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
141a 5 Nouveaux Francs 15.10.1959
Victor Hugo type. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only four better of 137 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #297 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,000.00)
142a 10; 10 Nouveaux Francs 4.1.1963
TWO NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. PCGS terms each "Ch. Abt. New 58".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #298 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
143a 50 Nouveaux Francs 3.9.1959
Considered one of the greatest kings of France, Henry IV at center holding baton with arms of France, Pont Neuf bridge in background. King Henry VI and castle in old Navarre on back. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58" (only couple pinholes at left). Becoming scarce.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #299 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
144a 100 Nouveaux Francs 4.2.1960
Somewhat earlier date for this Napoleon type. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 pinholes". We have seldom offered this date.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #300 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
145a 500 Nouveaux Francs 8.1.1965
Highest denomination of series. Moliere and Palais Royal/Theater in Versailles. ICG terms this "Ch. UNC 66 usual staple holes top left".
Grade: Ch. UNC 66 Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #301 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
145s 500 Nouveaux Francs 00.00.0000
SPECIMEN (#0356) stamped and perforated; serial number, block number, and date of zeroes. Highest denomination of series; Moliere. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; by itself, the best of five examples listed on the population report. The first we have offered as such.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #302 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,350.00)
147s 10 Francs 0.0.0000
SPECIMEN (#0299) stamped in black and perforated; date, block, and serial number of zeroes. Voltaire. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; one of only two examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #303 - World Paper Money > France - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
148s 50 Francs 0.0.0000
SPECIMEN (#0285) stamped and perforated; serial number, block, and date of zeroes. Jean Racine type. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; considerably better than the only other example on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de France

Lot #304 - World Paper Money > French Afars and Issas - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
30 5000 Francs ND (1969)
First type with Afars and Issas name. PMG terms this "VF 30"; one of only four examples listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Tresor Public, Territoire Francais des Afars et des Issas

Lot #305 - World Paper Money > French Afars and Issas - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
31 500 Francs ND (1973)
Ships/rearing antelope. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only three better of 23 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Tresor Public, Territoire Francaise des Afars et des Issas

Lot #306 - World Paper Money > French Afars and Issas - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
32 1000 Francs ND (1974)
Woman holding jug on face and back. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". Wonderful design.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Tresor Public, Territoire Francaise des Afars et des Issas

Lot #307 - World Paper Money > French Afars and Issas - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
33 500 Francs ND (1975)
Initial denomination of last series before this area became Djibouti. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ". Becoming scarce.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Tresor Public, Territoire Francais des Afars et des Issas

Lot #308 - World Paper Money > French Afars and Issas - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
34 1000 Francs ND (1975)
Woman and train/trader with camels. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Tresor Public, Territoire Francais des Afars et des Issas

Lot #309 - World Paper Money > French Afars and Issas - ($ 450.00 - $ 750.00)
35 5000 Francs ND (1975)
Man and forest scene/aerial view at center. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; the best of only three examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Tresor Public, Territoire Francaise des Afars et des Issas

Lot #310 - World Paper Money > French Antilles - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
2 10 Nouveaux Francs on 1000 Francs ND (1961)
Tough issued, overprint type for Guadeloupe, Guyane and Martinique. PMG terms this "VF 30 EPQ"; one of only five listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 30 EPQ Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise

Lot #311 - World Paper Money > French Antilles - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
4a? 5 Nouveaux Francs on 500 Francs ND (1961)
Fully printed face and back proof; without watermark, serial number and block number of zeroes. Provisional type with denomination overprint. Sailboat and two women/men with carts. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Outstanding.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-mer

Lot #312 - World Paper Money > French Antilles - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
5a 10 Nouveaux Francs ND (1963)
Scarce type with NF monetary unit. Few pinholes at left. Overall quality original.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer

Lot #313 - World Paper Money > French Antilles - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
7a? 5 Francs ND (1964)
Fully printed face and back proof; without watermark, serial number and block number of zeroes. Wonderful pastel design. Extremely difficult first signature combination Postel-Vinay and Calvet. WBG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 TOP". Terrific opportunity.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 TOP Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-mer

Lot #314 - World Paper Money > French Antilles - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
8b 10 Francs ND (1964)
Lovely pastel; shoreline and woman/banana harvesting. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ".
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departaments d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise

Lot #315 - World Paper Money > French Antilles - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 2,000.00)
10b 100 Francs ND (1964)
Highest denomination; General Schoelcher. Signature #2. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-Mer Republique Francaise

Lot #316 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
15a 5 Francs L. 1944
Marianne with blue serial number; prefix AM. Duval signature. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer

Lot #317 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
16d 10 Francs L. 1944
Next in the Marianne series. Black serial number with prefix A.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer

Lot #318 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,250.00)
26s 1000 Francs ND (1947)
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number and block number of zeroes. Two women (symbol of "Union Francaise"). Couple pinholes upper left. Ex-Michel Becuwe Collection.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer

Lot #319 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
28? 5 Francs ND (1957)
Fully printed proof on watermarked paper; block number and serial number of zeroes. Transitional type with Cameroun in issuer name. Bougainville. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Seldom offered in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'Afrique Equatoriale et du Cameroun

Lot #320 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
30? 20 Francs ND (1957)
Fully printed proof on watermarked paper; block number and serial number of zeroes. Later in the series. Gentil. Highly elusive in this form.
Grade: Abt. AU Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'Afrique Equatoriale et du Cameroun

Lot #321 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
31? 50 Francs ND (1957)
Fully printed proof; block number and serial number of zeroes. French pastel design. Woman picking coffee beans/men logging in river. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'Afrique Equatoriale et du Cameroun

Lot #322 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
32? 100 Francs ND (1957)
Fully printed proof on watermarked paper; block number and serial number of zeroes. General Felix Eboue/cargo ships. WBG terms this "UNC 62". Extremely difficult to find in this form.
Grade: UNC 62 Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'Afrique Equatoriale et du Cameroun

Lot #323 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
33? 500 Francs ND (1957)
Fully printed proof without watermark; serial number and block number of zeroes. Woman/freight train crossing bridge. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP". Seldom encountered in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'Afrique Equatoriale et du Cameroun

Lot #324 - World Paper Money > French Equatorial Africa - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
34? 1000 Francs ND (1957)
Fully printed proof without watermark; serial number and block number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. Woman with cocoa harvest/man picking cotton. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP". We have not previously offered this type in this form.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 TOP Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'Afrique Equatoriale et du Cameroun

Lot #325 - World Paper Money > French Guiana - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
7 25 Francs ND (1933-45)
Larger size, beautiful type; woman with wreath. Signatures Halleguen, Collat, and Constantin. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 EPQ". Strong example.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de la Guyane

Lot #326 - World Paper Money > French Guiana - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
13b 100 Francs ND (1942)
Map of Guiana/monogram. Scarcer signature of Buy as Directeur. PMG terms this "VF 20"; one of only two examples listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 20 Bank Name: Banque de la Guyane

Lot #327 - World Paper Money > French Guiana - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
17a 100 Francs L. 1944
Marianne/anchor, barrel, bale, and other implements. PMG terms this "VF 30"; the only example listed on the population report. We have not offered this type in well over 12 years.
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer

Lot #328 - World Paper Money > French Guiana - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
22s 50 Francs ND (1947-49)
SPECIMEN perforated and stamped twice in black on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Belain d'Esnambuc. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP". The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 TOP Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer

Lot #329 - World Paper Money > French India - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
5s/J 13.2.1? 5 Roupies ND (1937)
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes. Signatures Borduge and Baudouin. Woman wearing helmet and holding lance/woman with headdress and ancient statues. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #330 - World Paper Money > French Indochina - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
24 1 Dollar = 1 Piastre ND (1892-1899)
Early Saigon piece in blue. Significant horizontal split and several holes that have been repaired as well as various other signs of circulation. Rare. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Good Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #331 - World Paper Money > French Sudan - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
A1b .50 Franc D. 11.2.1917
Sometimes great things come in small packages; this is among the rarest of all World War I French emergency small change issues. Light stains on back; couple pinholes. Outstanding opportunity, particularly for the one per country enthusiast.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: Gouvernement General de l'Afrique Occidentale Francaise Soudan Francais

Lot #332 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
13D? 500 Francs 10.4.1924
SPECIMEN (#140) perforated; serial number and block number of zeroes. GRAND-BASSAM. Elephant heads and trees/back blue. WBG terms this "UNC 62 faint residue". Very tough higher denomination in any form; the first we have offered.
Grade: UNC 62 Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale

Lot #333 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 8,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
14D? 1000 Francs 10.4.1924
Fully printed proof without watermark; serial number and block number of zeroes. GRAND-BASSAM. Elephant heads and trees/back blue. Next and highest denomination. WBG terms this "UNC 62 TOP". Wonderful.
Grade: UNC 62 TOP Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale

Lot #334 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
23? 100 Francs 00.00.0000
Fully printed proof without watermark; serial number and block number of zeroes. Two women with fancy hairdress/woman with basket. Vastly underrated type. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: Ch. AU 58 TOP Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale

Lot #335 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
24 1000 Francs 21.10.1937
First date for type. Tough highest denomination. French woman with African woman and child. PCGS Europe terms this "VF 30". The first time we have offered this date.
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale

Lot #336 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
24? 1000 Francs ND (1937-45)
Two sided proof; without serial number, block number, signatures, and watermark. Tough highest denomination. French woman with African woman and child. PCGS terms this "New 61". Extremely challenging in any form so choice.
Grade: New 61 Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale

Lot #337 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
24? 1000 Francs ND (1937-45)
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number and block number of zeroes. Tough highest denomination. French woman with African woman and child. Top left corner missing; multiple tears, including at bottom right. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Abt. Fine Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale

Lot #338 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
41? 500 Francs 00.00.0000
SPECIMEN (without word designation); serial number, block number, and date of zeroes. Woman with flag/colonial soldiers. Key to series; we have not previously offered this type in this form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banque de l'Afrique Occidentale

Lot #339 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
45 50 Francs ND (1956)
Three women/woman with headdress. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ"; tied with three others as the best of 87 on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'A.O.F. et du Togo

Lot #340 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 450.00 - $ 600.00)
45? 50 Francs ND (1956)
SPECIMEN (#000163) stamped in black and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Couple pinholes and small spots upper right. The first we have offered as such.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'A.O.F. et du Togo

Lot #341 - World Paper Money > French West Africa - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
46? 100 Francs 00.00.0000
SPECIMEN (#000142) stamped in black and perforated; serial number and date of zeroes. The only other example in this form we offered hammered for $700 three years ago.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Institut d'Emission de l'A.O.F. et du Togo

Lot #342 - World Paper Money > Gabon - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1? 10,000 Francs ND (1971)
SPECIMEN (#0103) stamped and perforated; serial number of zeroes. Mask and President Bongo, mining operations in background. Extremely difficult in any form. See next lot for outstanding comparison piece often confused with this type.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Republique Gabonaise Banque Centrale

Lot #343 - World Paper Money > Gabon - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
5a 10,000 Francs ND (1974)
Highest denomination of series. Mask and President Bongo/statues and plowing. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; significantly better than most show.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Republique Gabonaise Banque des Etats de l'Afrique Centrale

Lot #344 - World Paper Money > German East Africa - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
1? 5 Rupien 15.6.1905
Uniface face proof on thin card; punch cancelled, without serial number. Lions. WBG terms this "UNC 60Q residue, tear in design". Rarely offered in this form.
Grade: UNC 60Q Bank Name: Deutsch-Ostafrikanische Bank

Lot #345 - World Paper Money > German East Africa - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
2 10 Rupien 15.6.1905
Dar es Salam Harbor. Cute serial number #39996. Tiny nick top center; couple small margin areas of incidental restoration. Overall solid.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Deutsch-Ostafrikanische Bank

Lot #346 - World Paper Money > German East Africa - ($ 150.00 - $ 250.00)
3b 50 Rupien 15.6.1905
Kaiser Wilhelm II in cavalry uniform. Small hole at left; moderate soiling.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Deutsch-Ostafrikanische Bank

Lot #347 - World Paper Money > German East Africa - ($ 150.00 - $ 250.00)
4 100 Rupien 15.6.1905
Kaiser Wilhelm II in cavalry uniform. Bottom right corner missing, few pinholes, and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Deutsch-Ostafrikanische Bank

Lot #348 - World Paper Money > German East Africa - ($ 15,000.00 - $ 20,000.00)
5? 500 Rupien 2.9.1912
Uniface face proof on thin card; punch cancelled, without serial number. Highest denomination of series. Kaiser Wilhelm II in admiral's uniform. WBG terms this "UNC 62". A classic rarity and key for any collection.
Grade: UNC 62 Bank Name: Deutsch-Ostafrikanische Bank

Lot #349 - World Paper Money > Germany - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
87 5000 Mark 15.5.1923
This type is WITHOUT overprint; not issued as such. Chamberlain H. Urmiller. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Seldom offered.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Reichsbanknote

Lot #350 - World Paper Money > Germany - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
SB 601 1 Barter Unit ND (1946)
Printed on surplus map paper shortly after the end of World War II to facilitate trade between German citizens and American soldiers. All barter units from Berlin are rare; in fact, World War II Remembered only lists the 1 and 5 Units as reported. The first we have offered in ten years and in better condition than that piece.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Berlin Barter Unit

Lot #351 - World Paper Money > Germany - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
SB 638 25 Barter Units 1947B
World War II Remembered states pieces from this series were "unissued...prepared for release in the event that Series 1947A was counterfeited". Couple staple hole pairs top left. Only a few numbers away from the WWII Remembered plate note. See Knight Live for more Barter Units.
Grade: Ch. EF/AU Bank Name: Frankfurt Am Main Barter Unit

Lot #352 - World Paper Money > Germany - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
SB 701a 50; 50; 50; 50 Pfennig ND (post World War II)
FOUR NOTES attached together; from same booklet as each with same serial number. Perforated margins. One has single fold; the rest are UNC. Challenging to find four together.
Grade: Mostly UNC Bank Name: Joint Export Import Agency Travellers Coupons

Lot #353 - World Paper Money > Germany - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
SB 702a 1 Mark ND (post World War II)
Next in the series. Perforated left margin; wavy line watermark. Very difficult so choice.
Grade: Ch. EF/AU Bank Name: Joint Export Import Agency Travellers Coupon

Lot #354 - World Paper Money > Germany - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
SB 702b 1 Mark ND (post World War II)
Perforated left margin; hexagon watermark. The only other example of this variety we offered was a Fine+ that hammered for $325 ten years ago.
Grade: Ch. EF/AU Bank Name: Joint Export Import Agency Travellers Coupon

Lot #355 - World Paper Money > Germany - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
SB 703a 5 Mark ND (post World War II)
Next in the series. Perforated left margin; wavy line watermark. Seldom offered.
Grade: Ch. EF/AU Bank Name: Joint Export Import Agency Travellers Coupon

Lot #356 - World Paper Money > Germany-Federal Republic - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
29A 5 Mark 1.7.1963
In the 1960s, the German Central Bank prepared an emergency series (internally designated as "BBk II") in case currency in circulation need to be replaced quickly (if war or another crisis occurred). One series was prepared for West Germany and another for West Berlin; values were 5, 10, 20, 50, and 100 Mark. According to the German Central Bank, this 5 Mark, from the emergency series prepared for West Berlin, is the only denomination from either series to surface in the collecting community. Listed in the specialized German "Rosenberg" catalog as #313 and Standard Catalog #29A (erroneously listed as a "Bundeskassenschein"). Young woman by Durer. Fascinating item from the Cold War era. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; only two better of 21 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Deutsche Bundesbank

Lot #357 - World Paper Money > Great Britain - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,200.00)
363h 1 Pound 18.9.1941
Overprint "WITHDRAWN FROM CIRCULATION SEPTEMBER 18TH, 1941"; Peppiatt signature; serial letters DA. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; by itself, clearly the best of 13 listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bank of England

Lot #358 - World Paper Money > Greece - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
65a 25 Drachmai 28.12.1918
NEON issue. Seated figure/two allegorical women. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ"; only one better of nine listed on the population report.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Greece

Lot #359 - World Paper Money > Greece - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
170s 100 Drachmai ND (1944)
SPECIMEN perforated three times and stamped in red in Greek and English on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Canaris. ICG terms this "UNC 63". Seldom offered in this form.
Grade: UNC 63 Bank Name: Bank of Greece

Lot #360 - World Paper Money > Greece - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
175a 10,000 Drachmai ND (1946)
Aristotle; blue. Terrific original.
Grade: AU+ Bank Name: Bank of Greece

Lot #361 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
A4 1 Rigsdaler 1803
Highest denomination from the first series of paper money from Greenland. From the Julianehaab district, now known as Qaqortoq (never knew there was a name with three "qs"!); this area has a current population of just over 3200. Uniface. LOW SERIAL NUMBER #80 by hand and hand signatures. Tiny center hole and spots on back do not significantly impact this wonder. The first we have ever offered.
Grade: Abt. VF Bank Name: Kongel. Gronlandske Handel

Lot #362 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
A40a 1 Krone 1883
Uniface. Crowned polar bear at left and right. Tough issued note with hand serial number and signatures. Bottom left corner missing and other signs of circulation. Good comparison piece with next lot. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Good Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Gronland

Lot #363 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A40r 1 Krone 1883
Remainder; without serial number. Crowned polar bear shields. Choice.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Gronland

Lot #364 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
A41r 5 Kroner 1887
Remainder. Crowned polar bear shields. We have not previously offered this type in any form. Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Gronland

Lot #365 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
1c 50 Ore 1888
Uniface; polar bears in shield and Greenland seal on ice slab. Highly elusive issued note with hand written serial number and Stephensen and Ryberg signatures. PMG terms this "VF 20 NET rust"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 20 NET Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Gronland

Lot #366 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
1r 50 Ore 1888
Remainder; seal and polar bear in shields. Printed on thin paper; without serial number. Choice.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Gronland

Lot #367 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
2c 25 Ore 1892
Uniface; crowned bears. Serial number printed; signatures Ryberg and Krenchel. PCGS terms this "VF 30". Seldom offered.
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Handelsstederne i Gronland

Lot #368 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
11b 25 Ore ND (1913)
Eider duck on rock/crowned polar bear and shield. Munch signature with curved dash. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "Gem UNC 66" on back.
Grade: 10/Gem UNC 66 Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Gronland

Lot #369 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
14A 5 Kroner ND (1913)
Famed polar bear design. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "Gem UNC 68" on back. Sensational original.
Grade: 10/Gem UNC 68 Bank Name: Styrelsen af Kolonierne i Gronland

Lot #370 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
15d 5 Kroner ND (1926)
Well known polar bear design; scarcer type with screening through margin area. Few areas of light soiling on back; still, overall strong original.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Gronlands Styrelse

Lot #371 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
16d 10 Kroner ND
Humpback whale; screening through border. Large signatures. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Extremely difficult so choice.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 TOP Bank Name: Gronlands Styrelse

Lot #372 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
18a 5 Kroner ND (1953-67)
Popular polar bear design. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "Gem UNC 67" on back.
Grade: 10/Gem UNC 67 Bank Name: Den Kongelige Gronlandske Handel

Lot #373 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
19a 10 Kroner ND (1953-67)
Wonderful design with humpback whale. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "Gem UNC 67" on back.
Grade: 10/Gem UNC 67 Bank Name: Den Kongelige Gronlandske Handel

Lot #374 - World Paper Money > Greenland - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,000.00)
21a 100 Kroner 16.1.1953
Highest denomination of series; much tougher Nielsen signature. Fairly low serial number #0046051. WBG terms this "VF 25". Seldom seen.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Kreditseddel

Lot #375 - World Paper Money > Guadeloupe - ($ 14,000.00 - $ 20,000.00)
26a 1000; 1000; 1000; 1000; 1000; 1000 Francs ND (1942)
SIX NOTES; CONSECUTIVE! Highest denomination of series. Karukera/compass points; Marconnet signature. PCGS terms the first two "Abt. New 53 PPQ", the next two "Ch. Abt. New 55 PPQ", and the last two "Abt. New 50". Wonderful.
Grade: Abt. New 53PPQ; Abt. New 53PPQ; Ch. Abt. New 55PPQ; Ch. Abt. New 55PPQ; Abt. New 50; Abt. New 50 Bank Name: Banque de la Guadeloupe

Lot #376 - World Paper Money > Guadeloupe - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
29s 100 Francs 2.2.1944
SPECIMEN (#5) stamped in black on face and red on back; punch cancelled with serial number #PP 000000. Marianne. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; by far the best of three listed on the population report. Terrific wartime item.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer

Lot #377 - World Paper Money > Guernsey - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
23 1 Shilling 3 Pence 16.10.1941
A scant 25,000 made for this date. WBG terms this "AU 55 TOP". Strong original.
Grade: AU 55 TOP Bank Name: States of Guernsey

Lot #378 - World Paper Money > Guernsey - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
24 6 Pence 1.1.1942
Initial denomination from the next series; on blue paper. Prefix U. PMG terms this "AU 53".
Grade: AU 53 Bank Name: States of Guernsey

Lot #379 - World Paper Money > Guernsey - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,500.00)
47 10 Pounds ND (1975-80)
Highest denomination of series. Wonderful Britannia design/Sir Brock and battle scene. Long obsolete and becoming quite scarce so choice. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: States of Guernsey

Lot #380 - World Paper Money > Guinea - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
1b .50 Franc D. 1917
Watermark bees. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ". Strong original.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ Bank Name: Gouvernement General de l'Afrique Occidentale Francaise Guinee Francaise

Lot #381 - World Paper Money > Guinea - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,500.00)
2a 1 Franc D. 1917
Extremely scarce and obscure French colonial issue; made because of World War I and a shortage of coins. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 previously mounted"; significantly better than the other two examples on the population report. Seldom seen on the market so choice.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Gouvernement General de l'Afrique Occidentale Francaise Guinee Francaise

Lot #382 - World Paper Money > Guinea - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
10 5000 Francs 2.10.1958
Higher denomination from first Sekou Toure series. Banana harvesting on back. Pleasing original with good color.
Grade: Abt. VF Bank Name: Banque de la Republique de Guinee

Lot #383 - World Paper Money > Haiti - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
125s 5 Gourdes L. 1908
SPECIMEN stamped in red; serial number of zeroes. Nord Alexis. Perforated top and bottom margin. We have offered this very tough type only once in 14 years and that example was in Good.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Republique d'Haiti

Lot #384 - World Paper Money > Haiti - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
135 1 Gourde ND (1916)
Locally made; Series D. Arms. This original has tiny spots at bottom right corner area on back. Overall choice. Missing from many advanced collections.
Grade: Ch. VF/EF Bank Name: Republique d'Haiti

Lot #385 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
25p 10 Pesos 1.10.1913
Face proof on card punch cancellations but not holed through; steer's head. Initial denomination from series predominantly black on multicolored. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; one of only two examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Banco de Honduras

Lot #386 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
26p 20 Pesos 1.10.1913
Face proof on card punch cancelled. Next in the black on multicolored series; steer's head. PMG terms this piece "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; one of only two examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Banco de Honduras

Lot #387 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
52b 10 Lempiras 7.4.1961
Cabanas/bank building. One number higher than the Standard Catalog plate note. Right signature title Ministro de Economia y Hacienda. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 ink" (at upper left margin on back).
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Banco Central de Honduras

Lot #388 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 650.00 - $ 900.00)
S134p 10 Pesos 30.11.1888
Face and back separate proofs on card face punch cancelled. Standing woman with ship's wheel ("Fortuna"), ships, and arms. PMG terms these pieces "Ch. UNC 64" and "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Beautiful design.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64; Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Centro-Americano

Lot #389 - World Paper Money > Honduras - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S153a 50 Centavos 1889
Locomotive graces this ABNC print. PCGS terms this "Fine 15". Very tough issued note.
Grade: Fine 15 Bank Name: Banco Nacional Hondureno

Lot #390 - World Paper Money > Hong Kong - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
54b 5 Dollars 28.10.1941
Helmeted warrior's head. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". Pleasing original.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China

Lot #391 - World Paper Money > Hong Kong - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
55c 10 Dollars 18.11.1941
Next in the series. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Chartered Bank of India, Australia & China

Lot #392 - World Paper Money > Hong Kong - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
71b? 100 Dollars ND (1961-70)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes with prefix Y/M. Arms/harbor view. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Chartered Bank

Lot #393 - World Paper Money > Hong Kong - ($ 450.00 - $ 750.00)
136c 1 Dollar 18.11.1895
Early Barclay & Fry issue. PCGS terms this "Good 6".
Grade: Good 6 Bank Name: Hong Kong & Shanghai Banking Corporation

Lot #394 - World Paper Money > Hong Kong - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
311 1 Dollar ND (1935)
King George V. PMG terms this "AU 53".
Grade: AU 53 Bank Name: Government of Hong Kong

Lot #395 - World Paper Money > Iceland - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A1 1 Rigsdaler 1792
Earliest type overprinted on back of Danish 1 Rigsdaler. Hand signature. Splits, small pieces missing, and other signs of circulation. The first we have offered.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Courant Bank

Lot #396 - World Paper Money > Iceland - ($ 650.00 - $ 900.00)
11 10 Kronur 1904
King Christian IX/bird. Signatures Bjarnason and Bjornsson. Pressed. Scarce in issued form.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Islands Banki

Lot #397 - World Paper Money > Iceland - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
24 10 Kronur L. 1928
King Christian X/allegorical figure. Both signatures same as Standard Catalog illustration for 5 Kronur of this series. WBG terms this "VF 20". Quite scarce.
Grade: VF 20 Bank Name: Landsbanki Islands

Lot #398 - World Paper Money > Iceland - ($ 1,100.00 - $ 1,500.00)
35? 100 Kronor L. 1928
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal, color trial in purple on multicolored back purple (color of the issued 50 Kronur); punch cancelled, with neither serial number nor signatures. Sigurdsson/flock of sheep. For accuracy, slightly darker down right on back. The first we have offered in this form; quite appealing.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Landsbanki Islands

Lot #399 - World Paper Money > India - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
R4/J 6.12.4.1 100 Rupees ND
Highest denomination of the Persian Gulf issue. According to Jhunjhunwalla, released in May 1959. Intended for circulation in areas of Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and Trucial States; in green instead of usual blue. Couple pinholes; small center slit; writing at watermark area on face and back; couple spots; couple tiny margin tears. This type has virtually disappeared from the market. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine+ Bank Name: Reserve Bank of India Persian Gulf

Lot #400 - World Paper Money > Indonesia - ($ 175.00 - $ 300.00)
49s 5 Rupiah ND (1957)
SPECIMEN stamped in red hollow letters on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Orangutan/Prambanan temple. Initial denomination from the well known animal series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". We are pleased to offer a complete SPECIMEN type set for this wonderful series, lotted individually and starting here.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Bank Indonesia

Lot #401 - World Paper Money > Indonesia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
49As 10 Rupiah ND (1957)
SPECIMEN stamped in red hollow letters on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Stag/longboat. A rarity from the well known animal series. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". We have offered this terrific type only once prior.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bank Indonesia

Lot #402 - World Paper Money > Indonesia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
49Bs 25 Rupiah ND (1957)
SPECIMEN stamped in black letters on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Next in the animal series; Java rhinoceros/batak houses. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Wonderful in every respect.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bank Indonesia

Lot #403 - World Paper Money > Indonesia - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
50s 50 Rupiah ND (1957)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Crocodile/Deli Mosque. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Bank Indonesia

Lot #404 - World Paper Money > Indonesia - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
51s 100 Rupiah ND (1957)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Squirrel/President's Palace. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; only one better of 14 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Bank Indonesia

Lot #405 - World Paper Money > Indonesia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
52s 500 Rupiah ND (1957)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Tiger/paddy terraces and buffalo. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only two better on the population report. Quite appealing so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Bank Indonesia

Lot #406 - World Paper Money > Indonesia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
53s 1000 Rupiah ND (1957)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Elephant/fishing. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Pleasing.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bank Indonesia

Lot #407 - World Paper Money > Indonesia - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
54s 2500 Rupiah ND (1957)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Leguan/village. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bank Indonesia

Lot #408 - World Paper Money > Indonesia - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
54A? 5000 Rupiah ND (1957)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back color trial with back blue/green and orange; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination; listed only as a specimen. Wild buffalo/tugboat with ship. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; not listed on the population report. Spectacular; the first we have offered.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Bank Indonesia

Lot #409 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,000.00)
1b? 1 Toman 12.2.1924
Seldom found early lion and Nasr-ed-Din type; extends Standard Catalog listing for type. Teheran branch stamped in black; black serial number. PMG terms this "Ch. EF 45"; second best of only four listed on the population report. Amazing example.
Grade: Ch. EF 45 Bank Name: Kingdom of Persia

Lot #410 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 2,750.00)
3? 5 Tomans ND (ca. 1890)
Separate face and back proofs, the face black and white with signatures and the back brown. PCGS terms the face "Ch. Abt. New 58 Apparent small paper pull on back from mounting" and the back "Ch. Abt. New 55".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 Apparent; Ch. Abt. New 55 Bank Name: Imperial Bank of Persia

Lot #411 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
3? 5 Tomans ND (ca. 1890)
Uniface back proof punch cancelled color trial in blue on card; arms. PCGS terms this "Gem New 65 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 65 PPQ Bank Name: Imperial Bank of Persia

Lot #412 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 1,300.00 - $ 1,750.00)
4? 10 Tomans ND (ca. 1890)
Proof with both sides printed; without date, serial number, and location. Pleasing color. Significant tears. Rare in any form. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Imperial Bank of Persia

Lot #413 - World Paper Money > Iran - ($ 10,250.00 - $ 15,000.00)
11 1 Toman 5.8.1929
Blazing color, wide margins, and most importantly a tough type; this note has it all! Muzaffar-al-Din. Payable at Teheran on back. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; by far the best example listed on the population report. A centerpiece for any advanced collection.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Imperial Bank of Persia

Lot #414 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,000.00)
3a 1 Dinar 1.7.1931
King Faisal I. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 55". Outstanding example; the best we have offered.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 55 Bank Name: Government of Iraq

Lot #415 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,000.00)
9e 1 Dinar L. 1931 (1934)
King Ghazi in military uniform. Prefix G with double radar serial number #707313. PCGS terms this "Abt. New 53". Extraordinary color and appearance.
Grade: Abt. New 53 Bank Name: Government of Iraq

Lot #416 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
18a 1 Dinar L. 1931 (1942)
King Faisal II as child; block series prefix M. PMG terms this "EF 40 minor rust"; by itself, only four better of 28 listed on the population report.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Government of Iraq

Lot #417 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
18b 1 Dinar L. 1931 (1942)
King Faisal II as child; fractional series prefix D/1. PCGS terms this "EF 45 Apparent small edge tear in bottom margin at center". Far better than most show.
Grade: EF 45 Bank Name: Government of Iraq

Lot #418 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
22 1/4 Dinar L. 1931
Young King Faisal II; prefix Y. The initial denomination of a two piece series. PCGS terms this "Abt. New 53". With sensational color, far better than most show.
Grade: Abt. New 53 Bank Name: Government of Iraq

Lot #419 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
27 1/4 Dinar L. 1947 (1950)
First denomination from the next King Faisal II series; also initial National Bank issue. Prefix A. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 55". Terrific piece.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 55 Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #420 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
28 1/2 Dinar L. 1947 (1950)
Next in this King Faisal II issue. Series D. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 55 PPQ".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 55 PPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #421 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
29 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1950)
King Faisal I as young man. Prefix D. PCGS terms this "EF 40".
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #422 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
32 1/4 Dinar L. 1947 (1953)
First denomination from series; prefix S. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64 PPQ".
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 PPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #423 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
33 1/2 Dinar L. 1947 (1953)
Next in the series; prefix G. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ". The best we have ever offered.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #424 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
34 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1953)
King Faisal II; prefix B/1. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". Fantastic.
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #425 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
37 1/4 Dinar L. 1947 (1955)
King Faisal II as adolescent; series F/1. PCGS terms this "EF 40 PPQ". Handsome original from last National Bank issue.
Grade: EF 40 PPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #426 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
39a 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1955)
King Faisal II as youth. Large head watermark; series T/1. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; bests all 22 examples currently on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #427 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
39b 1 Dinar L. 1947 (1955)
Earlier small head watermark; prefix K/1. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #428 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
40a 5 Dinars L. 1949 (1955)
Higher denomination from the King Faisal II series; prefix F. Part of last National Bank issue. PCGS terms this "EF 45". A treasure.
Grade: EF 45 Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #429 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
41a 10 Dinars L. 1947 (1955)
Next and highest denomination of King Faisal II series; watermark large head. Prefix E. PCGS terms this "EF 45 minor stains on back".
Grade: EF 45 Bank Name: National Bank of Iraq

Lot #430 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
43 1/2 Dinar L. 1949 (1959)
King Faisal II. PCGS terms this "Gem New 65 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 65 PPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Iraq

Lot #431 - World Paper Money > Iraq - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
59? 5 Dinars L. 1971
Punch cancelled SPECIMEN (#11) color trial brown, blue, and green face and blue and multicolored back; serial number of zeroes. Very slight residue at a couple places on right margin on back. Appealing in this form.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Central Bank of Iraq

Lot #432 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
2Ab/LTN 9 1 Pound 15.8.1933
Early date for Lady Lavery type. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". Tough so choice; elegant appearance.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Currency Commission Irish Free State

Lot #433 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
4D/LTN 24 10 Pounds 4.10.1944
Lady Lavery. Green-black war code "G". PMG terms this "EF 40 EPQ". Quite attractive.
Grade: EF 40 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland

Lot #434 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
8a/CBI 1 1 Pound 6.9.1937
Wonderful plowman note. PMG terms this "AU 55"; by itself, the best of 17 listed on the population report. We have not previously offered this date.
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: Bank of Ireland

Lot #435 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
8b/CBI 7 1 Pound 9.2.1939
Later date in the plowman series which we have not offered in several years. PMG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Bank of Ireland

Lot #436 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
8b/CBI 7 1 Pound 3.7.1939
Plowman note. Signature J. Brennan and H. J. Johnston. PMG terms this "VF 25".
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Bank of Ireland

Lot #437 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
26/CNA 1 1 Pound 7.7.1936
Appealing plowman note. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35"; better than typically shows.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: National Bank Limited

Lot #438 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
50b/CUB 7 1 Pound 5.8.1937
Plowman note. Tough bank. PMG terms this "VF 25"; the best of only three examples listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Ulster Bank Limited

Lot #439 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 575.00 - $ 750.00)
67b/LTN 57a 20 Pounds 3.3.1969
Lady Lavery/River Boyne river mask. This note is the illustration in the Irish book. Prefix 27X. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". We have not offered this date in several years.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland

Lot #440 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 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: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland

Lot #441 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 2,250.00)
68a?/LTN 52? 50 Pounds 20.11.1963
SPECIMEN (#10) stamped in red with two printer's logos all on face and back; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Lady Lavery/River Shannon river mask. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 previously mounted"; the only example listed in this form on the population report.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland

Lot #442 - World Paper Money > Ireland - ($ 825.00 - $ 1,200.00)
68b/LTN 58a 50 Pounds 6.4.1972
Key denomination. Lady Lavery/River Shannon river mask. Prefix 02Y is shared by four dates! PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35"; one of only six examples listed on the population report. We have not offered this date in many years.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Central Bank of Ireland

Lot #443 - World Paper Money > Ireland-Northern - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
309/UB 50 20 Pounds 1.6.1929
Sailing ship, plow and blacksmiths. Hand signed by Gore. PMG terms this "AU 50"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: AU 50 Bank Name: Ulster Bank Limited

Lot #444 - World Paper Money > Ireland-Northern - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
334a/UB 86 100 Pounds 1.12.1990
Highest denomination of series. Less than 300,000 made. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 EPQ Bank Name: Ulster Bank Limited

Lot #445 - World Paper Money > Isle of Man - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
13a 1 Pound 24.3.1959
Arms. Tough issued note; choice. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Lloyds Bank Limited

Lot #446 - World Paper Money > Isle of Man - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
19b 1 Pound 1.2.1957
Shield and Tower of Refuge/Castle Rushen and Albert Tower. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Martins Bank Limited

Lot #447 - World Paper Money > Isle of Man - ($ 350.00 - $ 500.00)
23Ab 1 Pound 13.5.1958
Crowned triskele supported by lion and unicorn/triskele. Signatures Barlow and Radcliffe. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ" (small spot top center left on back). Pleasing original; scarce as generally come flattened.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Westminster Bank Limited

Lot #448 - World Paper Money > Isle of Man - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
23Ab 1 Pound 3.3.1959
Crowned triskele and unicorn/triskele. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ",
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Westminster Bank Limited

Lot #449 - World Paper Money > Isle of Man - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
26s2 5 Pounds ND (1961)
SPECIMEN; punch cancelled, serial number #112086 crossed out. Standard Catalog states only 50 made in this form. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with two others as the best of seven on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Isle of Man Government

Lot #450 - World Paper Money > Italian Somaliland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
16 5 Somali 1951
Leopard. Uneven margins, which can occur with this type. Strong overall original.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Cassa Per La Circolazione Monetaria Della Somalia

Lot #451 - World Paper Money > Italian Somaliland - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
16? 5 Somali 1951
SPECIMEN stamped in red; serial number of zeroes. Leopard in portrait and watermark. Unlisted in this form. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 staple holes"; one of only four listed on the population report. Popular type.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Cassa Per La Circolazione Monetaria Della Somalia

Lot #452 - World Paper Money > Italy - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
85a 5000 Lire 27.10.1947
Extremely difficult to find this large size note so choice; an amazing and desirable original with strong value in the Italian catalog. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ".
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: Banca d'Italia

Lot #453 - World Paper Money > Italy - ($ 400.00 - $ 800.00)
M12b?/RC2 5 Lire 1943
REPLACEMENT; prefix *. Without "F" in scrollwork for Forbes. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; only two better of eight listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Allied Military Currency

Lot #454 - World Paper Money > Ivory Coast - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,250.00)
7 1 Franc ND (ca. 1943)
Part of rare elephant head series. Wartime issue; Hubert-Jules Deschamps was the Ivory Coast Governor from January 1, 1941-September 29, 1942. Few tears; couple spots. Missing in the vast majority of advanced collections. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Cote d'Ivoire

Lot #455 - World Paper Money > Jamaica - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
52a 5 Pounds L. 1960
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series; Gothic serial number style. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63". Highly elusive in grade.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 Bank Name: Bank of Jamaica

Lot #456 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 525.00 - $ 750.00)
17 1 Yen 1878 (1881)
Princess Jingu. PMG terms this "Fine 12 NET repaired, paper pulls, rust".
Grade: Fine 12 NET Bank Name: Constitutional Monarchy

Lot #457 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 1,050.00 - $ 1,500.00)
20 1 Yen ND (1877)
From the 15th National Bank, in Tokyo. Two sailors/Ebisu. PMG terms this "Fine 12 NET repaired, rust". Very scarce.
Grade: Fine 12 NET Bank Name: Great Imperial Japanese National Bank

Lot #458 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 5,000.00)
21 5 Yen ND (1878)
Next in this two note series. Three blacksmiths/Daikoku. From the 15th bank, in Tokyo; also known as the Peers Bank because samurai put their pension bonds into its capitalization. Very difficult type not included in the Japanese Destiny Collection. PMG terms this "Ch. Fine 15 Net repaired".
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 NET Bank Name: Great Imperial Japanese National Bank

Lot #459 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,000.00)
22 1 Yen ND (1885)
Daikoku. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 NET retouched". Considerably better than most show.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 NET Bank Name: Bank of Japan

Lot #460 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
31a 5 Yen ca. 1899
Excessively difficult type. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35". Seldom offered in this condition.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Bank of Japan

Lot #461 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 600.00 - $ 800.00)
35 5 Yen ND (1916)
Ube Shrine and Takeuchi Sukuni. PMG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Bank of Japan

Lot #462 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
35? 5 Yen ND (1916)
SPECIMEN stamped twice on face and back and perforated. Western block number and Western serial number crossed out. PMG terms this "VF 30 NET splits" (margin tear bottom right center).
Grade: VF 30 NET Bank Name: Bank of Japan

Lot #463 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
35? 5 Yen ND (1916)
SPECIMEN stamped once on face and back and perforated. Japanese block number. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45".
Grade: Ch. XF 45 Bank Name: Bank of Japan

Lot #464 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 15,000.00 - $ 30,000.00)
37B? 200 Yen ND (1927)
SPECIMEN punch cancelled. Uniface; without portrait. Japanese block. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58"; only three better of eleven listed on the population report. This piece realized $18,400 as LOT 5294 from our Japanese Destiny Collection at Memphis 2013.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Bank of Japan

Lot #466 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,500.00)
41s3; 43s3; 44s4; 45s4?; 49s4; 51s2; 57s?; 59s2 20; 5; 200; 1000; 1; 10; 100 Yen; 50 Sen 1942-44
EIGHT NOTES; each an expedient SPECIMEN punch cancelled with regular block number. The 5 Yen and 50 Sen SPECIMEN stampings are red, not blue. The 5 Yen has spots on back; overall superb condition for these types. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Avg. ch. AU Bank Name: Bank of Japan

Lot #467 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
43As3 200 Yen ND (1945)
Expedient SPECIMEN stamped at left and right on face and back punch cancelled; Western block number and Western serial number. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with only two others as the best of sixteen listed on the population report. Seldom offered in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Bank of Japan

Lot #468 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 3,750.00 - $ 5,500.00)
45s3 1000 Yen ND (1945)
SPECIMEN; punch cancellations and small vermilion stampings on face and back with regular serial number. Highest denomination of series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with four others as the best of 22 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Bank of Japan

Lot #469 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
SB 2061a 1 Sen ND (ca. World War II)
Serial number on Japanese side and not on English side. Wakasugi seal; light brown paper. Serial number not listed in this source. Strong example.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Taiwan P.O.W. Canteen Ticket

Lot #470 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
SB 2065 1 Yen ND (ca. World War II)
Serial number on Japanese side and not on English side. Wakasugi seal; made on light brown paper. This serial number is not listed in World War II Remembered. Scarce.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Taiwan P.O.W. Canteen Ticket

Lot #471 - World Paper Money > Japan - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,500.00)
SB 2067 10 Yen ND (ca. World War II)
Extremely difficult highest denomination; the first we have offered. Serial number on English side and not on Japanese side. Hioki seal; made on white paper. Margin tear top center; couple pinholes. This serial number is not listed in World War II Remembered.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Taiwan P.O.W. Canteen Ticket

Lot #472 - World Paper Money > Jersey - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
11a; 12a; 13a; 14a 1; 5; 10; 20 Pounds ND (1976-88)
FOUR NOTES; complete Queen Elizabeth II type set MATCHED SERIAL NUMBER #AB 000062 for the Clennett signature. The 20 Pounds has slight handling. Outstanding collector opportunity.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: States of Jersey

Lot #473 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
1b 500 Fils L. 1949
First denomination from initial paper money series for country; bank title with The Jordan. Signature 2. PCGS terms this "VF 20". We begin a terrific collection from Jordan with this lot; there are many wonderful pieces on Knight Live as well.
Grade: VF 20 Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of The Jordan

Lot #474 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1p 500 Fils L. 1949 (1952)
Uniface face proof (#622/2). PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; the only example listed on the population report. The first I have seen in this form.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of the Jordan

Lot #475 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1s1 500 Fils L. 1949
SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED; serial number of zeroes. Initial denomination from the tough first series; signature combination 2. PMG terms this "AU 55, previously mounted"; one of only three examples listed on the population report.
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of the Jordan

Lot #476 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
2a 1 Dinar L. 1949
King Abdullah as portrait and watermark. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of the Jordan

Lot #477 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
2s1 1 Dinar L. 1949
SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED with printer's annotations. Serial number of zeroes. Next in the series. PMG terms this "XF 40 previously mounted"; one of only two examples listed on the population report.
Grade: XF 40 Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of the Jordan

Lot #478 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
3a 5 Dinars L. 1949
King Abdullah/Treasury of Pharaoh at Petra. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of the Jordan

Lot #479 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
5Aa 500 Fils L. 1949 (1952)
Landscape with irrigation/cows in hayfield. Signature 3. Small tear top center.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #480 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
5Ac 500 Fils L. 1949 (1952)
Landscape with irrigation/cows; signature 5. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; only two better of 16 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #481 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 200.00 - $ 300.00)
6a 1 Dinar L. 1949 (1952)
Young King Hussein as portrait and watermark. Signature 3.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #482 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
6a? 1 Dinar L. 1949 (1952)
SPECIMEN (#15) stamped with two logos on face and back, all in red; serial number of zeroes. Signature 3. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64 Apparent minor mounting damage and residue at left".
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 Apparent Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #483 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 200.00 - $ 300.00)
6c 1 Dinar L. 1949 (1952)
As previous; signature 6A.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #484 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
6c? 1 Dinar L. 1949 (1952)
SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED with printer's annotations. Serial number of zeroes. Signature 6A. Residue at right on back. Elusive in this form.
Grade: Abt. AU Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #485 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,500.00)
6p 1 Dinar L. 1949 (1952)
Uniface face proof #703/1. Signature 6A. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #486 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 125.00 - $ 250.00)
7a 5 Dinars L. 1949 (1952)
Next in the series; signature 3. Small tear at right center.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #487 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 125.00 - $ 250.00)
7b 5 Dinars L. 1949 (1952)
Signature 7. Small tear at right center.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #488 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,500.00)
7s 5 Dinars L.1949 (1952)
SPECIMEN perforated CANCELLED with printer's annotations; serial number of zeroes. Signature 7. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64, previously mounted"; one of only five examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #489 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,500.00)
7p 5 Dinars L.1949 (1952)
Uniface face proof #385/13. Signature 7. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64". Seldom seen as such.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #490 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
8a 10 Dinars L. 1949 (1952)
Next in the young King Hussein series; signature 3. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; only one better of seven listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #491 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
8a 10 Dinars L. 1949 (1952)
As previous; only a couple numbers away. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #492 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
8b 10 Dinars L. 1949 (1952)
Signature 4. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. XF 45 EPQ Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #493 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
8c 10 Dinars L. 1949 (1952)
Signature 5.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #494 - World Paper Money > Jordan - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
8p 10 Dinars L. 1949 (1952)
Uniface face proof #621/2. Signature 5. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan

Lot #495 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 5,000.00)
5s; 6s; 7s; 8s; 9s; 10s 10; 20; 50; 100; 500; 1000 Francs 00.00.00
SIX NOTES; contains complete series of SPECIMENS, perforated. Most sets come with hand written specimen numbers; this set does not have any hand written numbers and is most unusual in that regard. The serial numbers relate intriguing information; each starts with #ZZ 991. The fourth serial digit descends from 10 to 1000 Francs: #9; 8; 7; 6; 5; 4. The fifth serial digit descends from 10 to 1000 Francs: #0; 9; 8; 7; 6; 5. The sixth and last serial digit descends from 10 to 1000 Francs: #5; 4; 3; 2; 1; 0. So the last three digits, which may appear to be random, are not. PCGS terms these "Very Ch. New 64", "Ch. New 63", "Very Ch. New 64", "Very Ch. New 64", "Ch. New 63", and "Very Ch. New 64", respectively. Outstanding collector opportunity. We are pleased to offer a terrific collection from Katanga, starting with this lot.
Grade: Very Ch. New 64; Ch. New 63; Very Ch. New 64; Very Ch. New 64; Ch. New 63; Very Ch. New 64 Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #496 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
5a 10 Francs 1.12.1960
Tshombe. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". See next lot for the later date.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #497 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 250.00 - $ 500.00)
5a 10 Francs 1.12.1960
AUTOGRAPH of Moise Tshombe at lower right. The first I have seen. WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35". We are pleased to offer the Dennis Hengeveld Collection from Katanga, starting with this lot.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #498 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
5a 10 Francs 15.12.1960
Tshombe. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". We have offered fewer pieces with this later date.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #499 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 150.00 - $ 250.00)
5A? 10 Francs ND (ca. 1960)
Progress print on face; back completely finished. Choice.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #500 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
5Ar 10 Francs ND (ca. 1960)
DO NOT BE CONFUSED! The 10 Francs is a fully printed remainder and seldom shows as such; it is not a readily available progress proof. With neither date nor serial number. Notes of this issue never circulated. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; second of only three examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #501 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 350.00 - $ 500.00)
6a 20 Francs 21.11.1960
Next in the Tshombe series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #502 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
6A? 20 Francs 1.12.1960
Partial face and complete back Proof. Vibrant underprint colors, outline of Tshombe and flag on face. Tear at bottom left. Difficult in any form.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #503 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
7a 20 Francs 10.11.1960
Next in the Tshombe series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of 14 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #504 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
12s; 13s; 14s 100; 500; 1000 Francs 18.5.1962; 17.4.1962; 26.2.1962
THREE NOTES; complete type set of SPECIMENS stamped diagonally across face and back in red; serial number of zeroes with prefix ZZ. As per the previous specimen series, without specimen numbers. PMG terms these "Gem UNC 66 EPQ", "Gem UNC 66 EPQ", and "Gem UNC 65* EPQ"; the 100 and 500 Francs are each tied with one other as the best of three and nine listed and the 1000 Francs is the best of only two listed on the population report. Outstanding collector opportunity.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ; Gem UNC 66 EPQ; Gem UNC 65* EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #505 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
12a 100 Francs 15.9.1962
Woman carrying ears of corn/wheel of masks and spears. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with two others for the best of 19 listed on the population report..
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #506 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
12b 100 Francs 15.1.1963
January 15, 1963 is the date that Katanga ceased to exist. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; far better than the only other example listed on the population report. We have offered this very tough date only once prior and not nearly so choice.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #507 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
13a 500 Francs 17.4.1962
Man with fire. Key to series. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; by itself, the best of six examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #508 - World Paper Money > Katanga - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
14a 1000 Francs 26.2.1962
Highest denomination of series, the last bank note issue for country. Woman carrying child on back while picking cotton/ornate wheel. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 EPQ"; by itself, the second best of 21 listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Nationale du Katanga

Lot #509 - World Paper Money > Korea - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
17a 1 Yen ND (1911)
Man with beard; stylized style serial number (Korean). PMG terms this "AU 50".
Grade: AU 50 Bank Name: Bank of Chosen

Lot #510 - World Paper Money > Korea - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
37s1 100 Yen ND (1944)
SPECIMEN two Mi Hon on face; serial number of zeroes and block [55]. Seldom offered in this form. ICG terms this "UNC 63".
Grade: UNC 63 Bank Name: Bank of Chosen

Lot #511 - World Paper Money > Korea - ($ 950.00 - $ 1,350.00)
44 100 Yen = 100 Won ND (1946)
Paulownia crest. Block [4]; without serial number. WBG terms this "AU 55 TOP". Scarce, particularly in grade.
Grade: AU 55 TOP Bank Name: Bank of Chosen

Lot #512 - World Paper Money > Korea-South - ($ 3,350.00 - $ 5,000.00)
27 500 Hwan 4294 (1961)
King Sejong the Great/building. PMG terms this piece "Ch. AU 58 EPQ". The toughest type to find for all of South Korea.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Bank of Korea

Lot #513 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 250.00 - $ 500.00)
1 1/4; 1/4 Dinar L. 1960 (1961)
TWO NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. Initial denomination of initial paper money series; the first emir Shaikh Abdullah al Salim al Sabah as portrait and watermark. Consecutive notes are quite scarce. PMG terms these "Gem UNC 66 EPQ" and "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ; Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #514 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
1? 1/4 Dinar L. 1960 (1961)
SPECIMEN (#1) stamped twice in English in red, color trial in purple; punch cancelled, serial number of zeroes. Initial denomination for first series of country. Official notations across top and bottom margin. Expert restoration has beautifully conserved this piece. Rarely offered in this form.
Grade: AU+ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #515 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
2 1/2; 1/2 Dinar L. 1960 (1961)
TWO NOTES; CONSECUTIVE. Next in the series. PMG terms each "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; only two better of 160 listed on the population report. Terrific pair.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #516 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 400.00 - $ 800.00)
3 1 Dinar L. 1960 (1961)
Next in the series. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ"; tied with one other as the second best of 140 listed on the population report. Terrific piece.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 68 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #517 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
3cts 1 Dinar L. 1960 (1961)
SPECIMEN (#1) stamped in red on face and back color trial in dark green and multicolored with printer's annotations; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; not listed on the population report. The first we have offered.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #518 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,500.00)
4 5 Dinars L. 1960 (1961)
Next in the series. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied for the best listed on the population report. See next lot for CONSECUTIVE.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #519 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
4 5 Dinars L. 1960 (1961)
CONSECUTIVE from previous lot. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #520 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
4? 5 Dinars L. 1960 (1961)
SPECIMEN (#1) stamped in red on face and back color trial in dark green and multicolored with printer's annotations; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; not included on the population report. The first we have offered.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #521 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
5 10 Dinars L. 1960 (1961)
Next and highest denomination of series. PMG this "Gem UNC. 65 EPQ". See next lot for CONSECUTIVE.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #522 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
5 10 Dinars L. 1960 (1961)
CONSECUTIVE with previous lot; extremely difficult to find as consecutives. PMG terms this "Gem UNC. 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #523 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
5cts 10 Dinars L. 1960 (1961)
SPECIMEN (#1) stamped in red on face and back color trial blue green and multicolored back dark brown with printer's annotations; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; not included on the population report. The first we have offered.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Kuwait Currency Board

Lot #524 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
6a; 7a; 8a; 9a; 10a 1/4; 1/2; 1; 5; 10 Dinars L. 1968
FIVE NOTES; complete second series with emir Sabah al Salim al Sabah. Outstanding collector opportunity.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Central Bank of Kuwait

Lot #525 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 175.00 - $ 300.00)
23f; 24f; 25f; 26f; 27; 28 1/4; 1/2; 1; 5; 10; 20 Dinars 1968
SIX NOTES; complete set with LOW SERIAL NUMBER MATCHED #000047, each with signature 14. PMG terms these "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; and "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Good collector opportunity.
Grade: PMG Graded Bank Name: Central Bank of Kuwait

Lot #526 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
23a?; 24a?; 25a?; 26a?; 27?; 28? 1/4; 1/2; 1; 5; 10; 20 Dinars L. 1968 (1994)
SIX NOTES; complete SPECIMEN (#0874; 0231; 1346; 1576; 1554; 1538) type set stamped in Arabic on face and English on back with serial number of zeroes. All with signature 8; all choice. Excellent collector opportunity.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Central Bank of Kuwait

Lot #527 - World Paper Money > Kuwait - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
29a?; 30a?; 31a?; 32a?; 33a?; 34a? 1/4; 1/2; 1; 5; 10; 20 Dinars ND (2014)
SIX NOTES; complete REPLACEMENT type set with denominator 99 in serial number. Postdates Replacement Catalog. All choice.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Central Bank of Kuwait

Lot #528 - World Paper Money > Laos - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
24A 50 on 500 Kip ND
Overprint for new denomination and bank name; short lived transitional type to new series. The best information indicates that only one dealer had a single small group of these over 30 years ago which very quickly disappeared. Only a few left, mostly in strong hands; an excellent opportunity.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Pathet Lao Government

Lot #529 - World Paper Money > Latvia - ($ 6,500.00 - $ 10,000.00)
15a 20 Latu 1924
Farmer sowing/arms. Extremely limited issuance; low serial number #000092. Small margin tear at top. The first we have offered; only a few known to exist.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Latvijas Bankas

Lot #530 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
1 25 Piastres 15.4.1925
Wonderful original from Lebanon's first issue. Very colorful and ornate French-printed type; water wheel and mill on back. All early Lebanon notes are now in high demand.
Grade: Ch. Fine/VF Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Grand-Liban

Lot #531 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
3 1 Livre 15.4.1925
An extremely difficult type from the first ever paper money series for this country. PMG terms this "VF 20 NET tears, corner missing"; tied with one other as the best of only four listed on the population report. Important acquisition for any collection.
Grade: VF 20 NET Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Grand-Liban

Lot #532 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,500.00)
29a? 25 Livres 1.9.1939
SPECIMEN stamped in red in English; punch cancelled, without serial numbers. Blue gray diagonal stripe overprint. Caravan/mosque. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". In this superb condition, rare in any form.
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #533 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 7,500.00 - $ 9,000.00)
30b? 50 Livres 1.9.1939
SPECIMEN stamped in red in English; punch cancelled, without serial numbers. Olive diamond overprint. Next in the series; street scene/sailboats. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64". The first we have offered as such; extremely difficult in any form.
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #534 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
36 25 Piastres 1.8.1942
Omayyad Mosque in Damascus. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Republique Libanaise

Lot #535 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
37 50 Piastres 1.8.1942
Mosque with two minarets at right. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only two better of 21 listed on the population report. Tough so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Republique Libanaise

Lot #536 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
37? 50 Piastres 1.8.1942
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal, color trial brown on green underprint back light blue and purple; punch cancelled, with neither serial number nor signatures. Mosque with two minarets at right. The first we have offered in this form; not generally available in this form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Republique Libanaise

Lot #537 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
48a 1 Livre 1.12.1945
Ornate design; view of Cyprus on back. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; better than all 21 examples currently on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #538 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 2,250.00 - $ 3,000.00)
49a 5 Livres 1.8.1950
City views on back. Tear at bottom center trickles into design. Overall quality original.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #539 - World Paper Money > Lebanon - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
49s? 5 Livres 1.8.1950
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes. Without star punch cancellation. City views on back. Dynamic design. ICG terms this "Ch. UNC 66".
Grade: Ch. UNC 66 Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #540 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
21? 5 Pounds L. 1955 (1958)
SPECIMEN (#000 perforated) stamped and perforated in Arabic on face and English on back in black; serial number of zeroes, without punch cancellation, prefix B/3. Higher denomination of series. Official notations top margin. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Libya

Lot #541 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
27? 10 Pounds L. 1963/AH1382
SPECIMEN (#177 perforated) stamped in Arabic on face and English on back in black; serial number of zeroes, without punch cancellation, prefix 4 A/4. Highest denomination of series. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ Bank Name: Bank of Libya

Lot #542 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
31 5 Pounds L. 1963/AH1382
Scarcer type in the reduced size issue. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58".
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Bank of Libya

Lot #543 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
35a 1 Dinar ND (1971)
Wonderful example without inscription at bottom right. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Seldom offered so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Libya

Lot #544 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
36b? 5 Dinars ND (1972)
SPECIMEN (#653, perforated) stamped in red in Arabic on face and English on back; serial number of zeroes. Higher denomination of series; with inscription at lower right. PCGS terms this "Abt. New 53 PPQ". Elusive in this form.
Grade: Abt. New 53 PPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Libya

Lot #545 - World Paper Money > Libya - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
37b? 10 Dinars ND (1972)
SPECIMEN (#553, perforated) stamped in red in Arabic on face and English on back; serial number of zeroes. Next and highest denomination of series; with inscription at lower right. PCGS terms this "Abt. New 53". Seldom offered.
Grade: Abt. New 53 Bank Name: Central Bank of Libya

Lot #546 - World Paper Money > Luxembourg - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,250.00)
6 1 Mark 5.8.1914
Circular arms on back. Spot at bottom left. Very scarce; we have not offered this type in many years.
Grade: Fine+ Bank Name: Internationale Bank in Luxembourg

Lot #547 - World Paper Money > Macao - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
7 1 Pataca 1.1.1912
Arms on back. Gerente signature different than Standard Catalog illustration. Perforated left margin. Despite small center hole, this original is better than most show.
Grade: Fine+ Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #548 - World Paper Money > Macao - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
29 5 Patacas 16.11.1945
Arms and temple/steamship seal. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Scarce.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #549 - World Paper Money > Macao - ($ 400.00 - $ 800.00)
56a 50 Patacas 1.9.1976
Luis de Camoes with text CONSELHO DE GESTAO. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; better than most show.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #550 - World Paper Money > Madagascar - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
38 50 Francs ND (ca. 1937-47)
Minerva and allegory of science. Lightly flattened. Good color.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: Banque de Madagascar

Lot #551 - World Paper Money > Madagascar - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
55 5000 Francs 23.11.1955
Highest denomination of series with provisional overprint; Gallieni (Governor of Madgascar 1896-1905) and young woman/huts and woman. The absolute utmost in restoration has beautifully conserved this very difficult type, which we have not previously offered.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Institut d'Emission Malgache

Lot #552 - World Paper Money > Madagascar - ($ 575.00 - $ 750.00)
59a 1000 Francs = 200 Ariary ND (1966)
Woman and man/ox cart. This type has always been tough in higher grades. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58". Considerably better than the Standard Catalog illustration.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 Bank Name: Institut d'Emission Malgache

Lot #553 - World Paper Money > Madagascar - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
60a 5000 Francs = 1000 Ariary ND (1966)
President P. Tsiranana and workers/woman and child. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; only two better of 26 listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Institut d'Emission Malgache

Lot #554 - World Paper Money > Malaya - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
13 10 Dollars 1.7.1941
King George VI/arms of the 11 states. Series F/44. PMG terms this "AU 50".
Grade: AU 50 Bank Name: Board of Commissioners of Currency Malaya

Lot #555 - World Paper Money > Malaysia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
31A? 50 Ringgit ND (1991-92)
SPECIMEN (#2833) stamped in red on face and back; without serial number. T.A. Rahman as portrait and watermark. Printer BABN. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; by itself, the best of only three pieces listed on the population report and the first we have offered as such.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Bank Negara Malaysia

Lot #556 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
1 50 Francs 22.9.1960
Initial denomination from first paper money series after independence. Modibo Keita/village. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with five others as the best of 23 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de la Republique du Mali

Lot #557 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
4 1000 Francs 22.9.1960
First Keita series. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63". Quite handsome.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 Bank Name: Banque de la Republique du Mali

Lot #558 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
8 500 Francs 22.9.1960 (1967)
Underrated denomination from second Keita series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; only two better of eleven listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de la Republique du Mali

Lot #559 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 350.00 - $ 700.00)
14b 5000 Francs ND (1972-84)
Cattle and man with turban/woman and flowers. Scarce signature 5. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Mali

Lot #560 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
14e 5000 Francs ND (1972-84)
Higher denomination from series; signature 8. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; only one better of 45 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Mali

Lot #561 - World Paper Money > Mali - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
15c 10,000 Francs ND (1970-84)
Next and highest denomination of series; scarce signature 5. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Centrale du Mali

Lot #562 - World Paper Money > Malta - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
25a 10 Shillings L. 1949 (1963)
Queen Elizabeth II/Mgarr Harbor. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with six others as the best of 38 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Malta

Lot #563 - World Paper Money > Malta - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
27a 5 Pounds L. 1949 (1961)
Next and highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series; Grand Harbor on back. Lovely.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Government of Malta

Lot #564 - World Paper Money > Martinique - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
17 25 Francs ND (1943-45)
Standard Catalog plate note. Woman seated with fruit/ship and tree. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58". Wonderful.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Banque de la Martinique

Lot #565 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 8,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
20 5 Rupees ND
Arms and King George V; signatures as Standard Catalog illustration. Prefix C. Choice original.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Government of Mauritius

Lot #566 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
22 5 Rupees ND (1937)
Arms and King George VI. Series L. This original is far better than most show.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Government of Mauritius

Lot #567 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
25a 50 Cents ND (1940)
King George VI; uniface. Series A; serial number at center. Light smudge at right on back. Quality example.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Government of Mauritius

Lot #568 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
26 1 Rupee ND (1940)
King George VI; prefix D. Outstanding original.
Grade: Ch. EF/AU Bank Name: Government of Mauritius

Lot #569 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
27a 5 Rupees ND (1954)
Port and mountain scene and Queen Elizabeth II/arms and motto: "Star and Key of the Indian Ocean". Series J. Signatures Hinchey and Harvais. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 66 TOP".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 TOP Bank Name: Government of Mauritius

Lot #570 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
27a 5 Rupees ND (1954)
Queen Elizabeth II. Greig and Hermans signatures. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Mauritius

Lot #571 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
28a 10 Rupees ND (1954)
Queen Elizabeth II, mountain scene below. Prefix A. Hinchey and Harvais signatures. WBG terms this "EF 40 TOP".
Grade: EF 40 TOP Bank Name: Government of Mauritius

Lot #572 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
28a 10 Rupees ND (1954)
Queen Elizabeth II. Prefix F. Signatures Greig and Blackburn. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Quite desirable.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP Bank Name: Government of Mauritius

Lot #573 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,500.00)
29a 25 Rupees ND (1954)
Building and Queen Elizabeth II/arms; Series A. Signatures Wilson and Harvais. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 TOP". Phenomenal; among the finest known.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 TOP Bank Name: Government of Mauritius

Lot #574 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
32a; 33a 25; 50 Rupees ND (1967)
TWO NOTES; MATCHED LOW SERIAL NUMBER #000081 for the highest two denominations of this Queen Elizabeth II series. Choice.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Bank of Mauritius

Lot #575 - World Paper Money > Mauritius - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
33b 50 Rupees ND (1967)
Queen Elizabeth II. Tough signature 2; clear key for type and variety for series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of twelve listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Bank of Mauritius

Lot #576 - World Paper Money > Mexico - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
9r 100 Pesos 1866
Uniface remainder; low serial number #000042. Magnificent large size type prepared for Emperor Maximilian, younger brother of Austrian Emperor Franz Joseph I and appointed by Napoleon III of France. Man, woman, and galley, eagle with snake, and crowned arms. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; the best of three examples listed on the population report. Wonderful addition to any collection.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banco de Mexico

Lot #577 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
NL 300 Cash 1873
Part of a series of paper money issued in 1873 in present Ulaanbaatar. Three lines of words. Printed on thin paper. Margin roughness Exceptional opportunity. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG Bank Name: Ulan Bataar City issue

Lot #578 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
2r 1 Dollar 1924
Lower denomination for this exotic, fantastic series. Nothing like this was produced before and almost assuredly nothing will be produced like this again. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". In demand.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: State Treasury Note

Lot #579 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
3r 3 Dollars 1924
Next in this remarkable ornamental series. PMG terms this "UNC 62".
Grade: UNC 62 Bank Name: State Treasury Note

Lot #580 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
5r 10 Dollars 1924
Part of this phenomenally exotic series. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 EPQ Bank Name: State Treasury Note

Lot #581 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
6r 25 Dollars 1924
Next in this fantastic series. PMG terms this "AU 55".
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: State Treasury Note

Lot #582 - World Paper Money > Mongolia - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
35s; 36s; 37s; 38s; 39s; 40s; 41s; 46? 1; 3; 5; 10; 25; 50; 100; 20 Tugrik 1966; 1981
EIGHT NOTES; SPECIMENS with serial numbers of zeroes. Complete type set from 1966 along with 20 Tugrik from 1981. The first three notes are UNC; the rest have hinge marks at corners and all but the last note with paper still attached. Well underrated in this form. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: EF-UNC Bank Name: State Bank

Lot #583 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
16s 1000 Francs 00.00.00
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number and date of zeroes. Without signatures. Larger size piece; highest denomination of series with wonderful French design. Ornate city view. PMG terms this "AU 55"; one of only three examples listed on the population report and the first we have offered in this form.
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc

Lot #584 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
20 100 Francs 24.1.1947
Larger size type. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ". Extraordinary condition.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ Bank Name: Banque d'Etat du Maroc

Lot #585 - World Paper Money > Morocco - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
55d 50 Dirhams 1969/AH1389
Highest denomination of series. King Hassan II/miners. PCGS terms this "Ch. New 63". Pleasing example.
Grade: Ch. New 63 Bank Name: Banque du Maroc

Lot #586 - World Paper Money > Netherlands - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
94a 1000 Gulden 30.3.1972
Highest denomination of series; Baruch d'Espinoza. Well obsolete. ICG terms this "Ch. UNC 66".
Grade: Ch. UNC 66 Bank Name: De Nederlandsche Bank

Lot #587 - World Paper Money > Netherlands Indies - ($ 350.00 - $ 600.00)
78s2 5 Gulden 32.9.1963/1968
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; serial number #AA 12345 at lower left and #AA 67890 at lower center. Printed contrived date 32.9.1963 at upper left and right with perforated contrived date 34.5.1968. Without signatures. Initial denomination of dancer series. Javanese native in costume; back in four languages. PMG terms this "AU 53 EPQ". The first time we have offered this type in this form.
Grade: AU 53 EPQ Bank Name: De Javasche Bank

Lot #588 - World Paper Money > New Caledonia - ($ 6,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
2 5 Francs 25.1.1875
ANNULE stamped in rectangle. Seal. Extremely difficult early type; with terrific color and paper quality, this example is significantly better than most when it shows at all.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Compagnie de la Nouvelle Caledonie Succursale de Noumea

Lot #589 - World Paper Money > New Caledonia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
17? 100 Francs 5.3.1914
Elephant columns and two reclining women with ox. Clip mark upper left; few pinholes; tear at bottom center. Quite scarce. We have not previously offered this date.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #590 - World Paper Money > New Caledonia - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,200.00)
43a? 1000 Francs ND (1963)
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number of zeroes. Market scene and seated woman. Scarce first signature combination. Slight margin foxing does not significantly detract from this appealing original.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #591 - World Paper Money > New Caledonia - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
45 1000 Francs ND (1943)
Statues of Angkor/men working in rice paddy. Several pinholes at left. Scarce in any collectible condition with limited issuance.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #592 - World Paper Money > New Caledonia - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
47b 1000 Francs 1944
Statue of Angkor War/men carrying baskets. Few small holes at lower center with small spots. According to World War II Remembered, only 116,951 made.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #593 - World Paper Money > New Hebrides - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
14 1000 Francs 1944
NOUVELLES HEBRIDES overprint on face and back of New Caledonia 1000 Francs EMISSION 1944 offered earlier in this auction. World War II Remembered states only 17399 made; one example sold in the Thomas Collection and another serial number known. Illustrated in neither the Standard Catalog nor World War II Remembered. This original has a few scattered spots, particularly on back; top right corner tip missing. No recent public records of sale that I could find. An extraordinary World War II rarity.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #594 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
154 10 Shillings 1.8.1934
Kiwi and Maori Chief Tawhiao. Prefix Y; signature Lefeaux. WBG terms this "VF 30". Very scarce.
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Lot #595 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
155 1 Pound 1.8.1934
Kiwi, arms, and Maori King Tawhiao/Milford Sound and Mitre Peak. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35". Considerably better than most show.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Lot #596 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
156 5 Pounds 1.8.1934
Next in the series. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35". Scarce.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Lot #597 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
159b 1 Pound ND (1955-56)
Captain Cook series; limited Wilson signature. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". Better than most show.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Lot #598 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
162b 50 Pounds ND (1955-56)
Highest denomination of Captain Cook series; sailing ship/dairy farm and Mount Egmont. Tough Wilson signature. PMG terms this "AU 53"; barely bested by only one of three examples currently on the population report. Seldom offered so choice.
Grade: AU 53 Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Lot #599 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
168a 100 Dollars ND (1967-68)
Highest denomination of series; Queen Elizabeth II/Takahe. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only three better of 42 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Lot #600 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
177? 5 Dollars ND (1992-97)
SPECIMEN (#120) stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Sir Edmund Hillary, printed while he was still living. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Lot #601 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
180? 50 Dollars ND (1992)
SPECIMEN (#121) stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Sir Apirana Ngata. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Lot #602 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 875.00 - $ 1,250.00)
181? 100 Dollars ND (1992)
SPECIMEN (#121) stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Next in the series; Lord Rutherford of Nelson. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Reserve Bank of New Zealand

Lot #603 - World Paper Money > New Zealand - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,500.00)
S234a 1 Pound 1.10.1928
King Tawhiao; bank name in straight line. Earlier Reid signature. We have seldom offered this type; over six years ago, a later date with Moore signature in VF/EF hammered for $3200. PMG terms this beauty a stunning "AU 55 EPQ"; tied with one other as second out of a paltry four listed on the population report. Terrific color.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Bank of New Zealand

Lot #604 - World Paper Money > Newfoundland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A3A/NF-1 1 Pound 18__
Sailing ship vignette; payable at the Treasury in Specie at St. John's. Unsigned remainder, an original in remarkable shape. Early paper money from this land is highly sought and difficult to obtain. A few areas of slight foxing. Worthy of strong bidding.
Grade: AU+ Bank Name: Island of Newfoundland

Lot #605 - World Paper Money > Newfoundland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A14d/NF-12d 1 Dollar 2.1.1920
King George V and caribou/ship and seal of Newfoundland. Renouf and Brownrigg signatures. PMG terms this "VF 30".
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Government of Newfoundland

Lot #606 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 1,650.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A15a 5 Pesos 1.4.1896
Highest denomination in the series. Woman and rural farm scene. Text with circular handstamp on back. Strong original for the type.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Tesoreria General

Lot #607 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
18a 20 Centavos D. 1894
"Stamped in purple Registrado Folio 1312". Not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. PMG terms this "XF 40 small tear". Vastly underrated denomination.
Grade: XF 40 Bank Name: Billete del Tesoro Nacional Republica de Nicaragua

Lot #608 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 1,850.00 - $ 2,500.00)
19c 50 Centavos D. 1894
Next and highest denomination of series. Series IX at top center. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63"; no examples currently listed on the population report. Exquisite color and appearance; the best I have ever seen.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 Bank Name: Billete del Tesoro Nacional Republica de Nicaragua

Lot #609 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 1,300.00 - $ 1,700.00)
34 50 Centavos 1.1.1906
Allegorical woman seated with sword and trumpet. Couple circular stampings and registry number stamped on face. Couple light stains for this scarce original.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Republica de Nicaragua

Lot #610 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,750.00)
35 1 Peso 1.1.1906
Two women and child gathering fruit and woman/arms. Two additional circular stampings. Overall pleasing. An example in comparable condition hammered for $2800 in our PCDA 2012 sale.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Republica de Nicaragua

Lot #611 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
55a 1 Cordoba L. 1912
Cordoba and Nicarao/arms. Red serial number; without prefix. Pinhole; margin roughness; off center. Very scarce.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua

Lot #612 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
65s1 5 Cordobas 1927
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Cattle/arms. Very scarce early date for type.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua

Lot #613 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 750.00 - $ 900.00)
71 1 Cordoba ND (old date 1932)
REVALIDADO overprint. Cute serial number #609069. Scarce and in better condition than generally shows.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua

Lot #614 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 2,500.00)
83 5 Cordobas 1935
Woman's head. Seldom encountered note from the mid-1930s. PMG terms this "VF 25 NET foreign substance"; only one better of seven listed on the population report. Better than most show, particularly because the woman's head is clear.
Grade: VF 25 NET Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua

Lot #615 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 700.00 - $ 900.00)
98a 500 Cordobas 1945
Highest denomination in the series; Dario. Gerente General signature different than Standard Catalog illustration
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua

Lot #616 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
100a 5 Cordobas 1953
Fairly low serial number #005153; toughest first date for type. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 EPQ"; far better than the lone example currently listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua

Lot #617 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 450.00 - $ 750.00)
100b 5 Cordobas 1957
Cacique Nicarao/statue. WBG terms this "Gem UNC 65 TOP". Strong example.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 TOP Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua

Lot #618 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 900.00 - $ 1,200.00)
101a 10 Cordobas 1957
Next in the series. Arms and Larreynaga/Independence meeting. Now difficult to find so choice.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua

Lot #619 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
103a 50 Cordobas 1958
Very tough type with date engraved. The fourth date, yet serial number below 35,000! Few pinholes lower/bottom center; small mark bottom right on back. Seldom offered in any grade.
Grade: Abt. Fine Bank Name: Banco Nacional de Nicaragua

Lot #620 - World Paper Money > Nicaragua - ($ 5,750.00 - $ 7,000.00)
114a 1000 Cordobas D.1962
Highest denomination of series; Somoza/Cordoba. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35"; better than all four examples currently on the population report and the best we have offered.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Banco Central de Nicaragua

Lot #621 - World Paper Money > Nigeria - ($ 1,400.00 - $ 2,000.00)
2s?; 3s?; 4s?; 5s? 5; 10 Shillings; 1; 5 Pounds 15.9.1958
FOUR NOTES; complete type set. SPECIMENS (#32; #8; #24; #21) stamped in red on face and back color trials; punch cancelled with serial numbers of zeroes. Colors are brown on dark green; red on blue; blue on green; and green on purple. Residue across top. Excellent collector opportunity. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Avg. AU Bank Name: Federation Central Bank of Nigeria

Lot #622 - World Paper Money > Nigeria - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
11a 10 Shillings ND (1968)
Signature title General Manager. Seldom seen so choice. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "UNC 61" on back.
Grade: 10/UNC 61 Bank Name: Federal Republic of Nigeria

Lot #623 - World Paper Money > Nigeria - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
12a 1 Pound ND (1968)
Signature title General Manager. Far better than most show. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "UNC 60" on back.
Grade: 10/UNC 60 Bank Name: Federal Republic of Nigeria

Lot #624 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
7r 5 Kroner 1944
SPECIMEN stamped in black on face and back; punch cancelled with regular serial number and prefix W. Remainder. President Christie/arms. WBG terms this "AU 53 faint mounting residue". We have not previously offered this date.
Grade: AU 53 Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #625 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
8r 10 Kroner 1944
SPECIMEN stamped in black on face and back; punch cancelled with regular serial number and prefix F. Remainder. Next in the series; President Christie and Admiral Tordenskjold/arms. WBG terms this "AU 53 faint mounting residue". We have not previously offered this date.
Grade: AU 53 Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #626 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
9r 50 Kroner 1945
SPECIMEN stamped in black on face and back; punch cancelled with regular serial number and prefix D. Larger size; higher denomination with President Christie/building. Few signs of mounting at corner areas. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #627 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
10r 100 Kroner 1945
SPECIMEN stamped in black on face and back; punch cancelled with regular serial number and prefix C. President Christie and Tordenskjold/building. Few signs of mounting at corner areas. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #628 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
11r 500 Kroner 1944
SPECIMEN stamped in black on face and back; punch cancelled with regular serial number and prefix A. Large size, high denomination; President Christie/building on back. Few signs of mounting at corner areas. Very scarce in any form. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #629 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
12r 1000 Kroner 1943
SPECIMEN stamped in black on face and back; punch cancelled with regular serial number and prefix A. Large size, highest denomination of series; President Christie and Admiral Tordenskjold/church and arms. Few signs of mounting at corner areas. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #630 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
17a 1 Krone 1942
Krigsseddel (war banknotes) made by government in exile in Great Britain. Vastly underrated.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #631 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,000.00)
18a 2 Kroner 1942
Government in Exile; German occupation issue. WBG terms this "AU 55 staining" (small spot bottom left margin). Seldom offered.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #632 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
19b 5 Kroner 1944
Next in this historic series; prefix Y. WBG terms this "AU 53". Pleasing.
Grade: AU 53 Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #633 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
20b 10 Kroner 1944
Next in the series; prefix Z. WBG terms this "EF 40". Significantly better than most show.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #634 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
29a 1000 Kroner 1945
Highest denomination of series. Christie and Tordenskjold/church; the overprint at center is typical for this date. A wonderful original with full margins and bold color. Significant contemporary face value for what is considered to be a post-War type. Prize possession for any collection.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #635 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
33s 100 Kroner 1950
SPECIMEN stamped in black on face and back punch cancelled; serial number of zeroes. Prefix X. Wergeland on face and in watermark/logging. ICG terms this "EF/AU 50* heavy glue marks at top right and top left corners". Highly elusive in this form.
Grade: EF/AU 50* Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #636 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
34c 500 Kroner 1964
Large size, higher denomination type with Niels Henrik Abel. We have not previously offered this date. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "9" on the face and "AU 50" on back.
Grade: 9/AU 50 Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #637 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
39a 500 Kroner 1978
Higher denomination of series. Niels Henrik Abel on face and as watermark/University of Oslo. WBG terms this "AU 55". Surprisingly tough in any higher condition.
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #638 - World Paper Money > Norway - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
46c? 50 Kroner 2008
SPECIMEN with neither Specimen designation nor number; serial number of zeroes. Asbjornsen/water lilies and dragonfly.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Norges Bank

Lot #639 - World Paper Money > Oman - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
30a 50 Rials 1985/AH1405
Highest denomination of series. Scarcer first date. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Significantly better than most show.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Oman

Lot #640 - World Paper Money > Pakistan - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
3/J 5.20.1 10 Rupees ND (1948)
Higher denomination of initial paper money series for country. King George VI; series J 15. WBG terms this "EF 40 staple holes as issued". Better than most show.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Government of Pakistan

Lot #641 - World Paper Money > Pakistan - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
3A/J 5.21.1 100 Rupees ND (1948)
Highest denomination of series; King George VI. Prefix B55. PCGS terms this piece "VF 20 Apparent small tears and pinholes; ink marks on face at left". We have not offered this type in issued form in 13 years.
Grade: VF 20 Apparent Bank Name: Government of Pakistan

Lot #642 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
6c 500 Mils 20.4.1939
Rachel's Tomb/Tower of David. Series E. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; only three better of 159 listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #643 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
6c 500 Mils 26.4.1939
Series F. PMG terms this "EF 40 NET foreign substance".
Grade: EF 40 NET Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #644 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
7b 1 Pound 30.9.1929
Dome of the Rock/Citadel of Jerusalem (Tower of David). Series B, a split prefix between the first two dates. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58"; significantly better than most show.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #645 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
7b 1 Pound 30.9.1929
Series H. PMG terms this "VF 20".
Grade: VF 20 Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #646 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
7c 1 Pound 20.4.1939
Next date; prefix P. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35".
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #647 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
7c 1 Pound 20.4.1939
Prefix Y. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 ink" (mark right center).
Grade: Ch. XF 45 Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #648 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
7d 1 Pound 1.1.1944
Last date. Series B/1. Strong paper quality and color; highly desirable.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #649 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 15,000.00 - $ 20,000.00)
8d 5 Pounds 1.1.1944
Last date for type. Series F. PCGS terms this "Abt. New 53 Apparent small rust stain at right". One report claims approximately 15 known for series F. Amazingly, see next lot for CONSECUTIVE.
Grade: Abt. New 53 Apparent Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #650 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 13,500.00 - $ 17,500.00)
8d 5 Pounds 1.1.1944
CONSECUTIVE from previous lot. Last date for type. Series F. PCGS terms this "EF 45".
Grade: EF 45 Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #651 - World Paper Money > Palestine - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
9c 10 Pounds 7.9.1939
Series A; smaller serial letters and numbers. Bank stamping bottom right. Center slit; rust line at upper center on back, margin roughness, and other signs of circulation. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Palestine Currency Board

Lot #652 - World Paper Money > Panama - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
22a 1 Balboa 1941
Balboa/arms; printer is Hamilton Bank Note Company. Fairly low serial number #000733. Made during the short-lived, anti-American government of President Arnulfo Arias. Spot at left. Overall pleasing original.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Banco Central de Emision de la Republica de Panama

Lot #653 - World Paper Money > Paraguay - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
S127? 5 Pesos 1.1.1882
Arms and crowned woman. Few small holes at right center. Rare as an issued note; listed only as a proof or specimen in the Standard Catalog. The first we have offered; outstanding opportunity.
Grade: Abt. Fine Bank Name: Banco del Paraguay

Lot #654 - World Paper Money > Paraguay - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
S162a 2 Pesos 26.12.1889
Ponzini and arms; without stamping. PCGS terms this "Ch. New 63". Incredible original.
Grade: Ch. New 63 Bank Name: Banco del Paraguay y Rio de la Plata

Lot #655 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 325.00 - $ 450.00)
1 1 Sol 30.6.1879
Woman with fruit between cupids/sailing ship. Serial prefix D. Well underrated in grade.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Republica del Peru

Lot #656 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
2 2 Soles 30.6.1879
Next in the series. Woman between steam passenger train; Series C. Outstanding original.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Republica del Peru

Lot #657 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
3 5 Soles 30.6.1879
Next in the series; woman and child and woman with two children. Roman numeral in typeface. Strong original.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Republica del Peru

Lot #658 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
5 10 Soles 30.6.1879
For some reason, this has always been a difficult denomination to find in any condition. Woman sitting with staff, woman with wreath, and arms. Prefix C. Few spots; several small holes. This is among the best examples of this type I have ever seen. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine+ Bank Name: Republica del Peru

Lot #659 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 325.00 - $ 450.00)
6 20 Soles 30.6.1879
Scarcer 20 Soles type in brown; series B. Couple light soiling areas. Overall strong original for type that generally comes well circulated.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: Republica del Peru

Lot #660 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
7a 20 Soles 30.6.1879
Similar to previous 20 Soles. Woman with book and pen. Prefix C. Bold original.
Grade: AU+ Bank Name: Republica del Peru

Lot #661 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
8 50 Soles 30.6.1879
Next in this issue; prefix B. Woman with two shields and woman and child/woman with children. Despite pinholes (primarily at right), strong example of this type and in much better condition than the Standard Catalog illustration.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Republica del Peru

Lot #662 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
9 100 Soles 30.6.1879
Next in this issue. Young sailor, arms flanked by women, and woman/horse and girl. Prefix B. Multiple pinholes at left and right; few small tears. Appealing design.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Republica del Peru

Lot #663 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
10 500 Soles 30.6.1879
Next and highest denomination of series. Shield and four cherubs/great back design of "Funeral of Atahualpa". Prefix C. Pinholes at left and right. While this type is difficult in any condition, this example is a particularly strong original.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: Republica del Peru

Lot #664 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 500.00 - $ 700.00)
11 1 Real de Inca on 1 Sol 1.9.1881 (old date 1873)
Initial denomination of this provisional series. Overprint on back with signature at lower center. Far better than most show.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Republica del Peru Billete Provisional

Lot #665 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
12 5 Reales de Inca on 5 Soles 1.9.1881 (old date 1873)
Overprint on Banco de la Compania General de Peru type. With signature added at center. Far better than most show.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Republica del Peru Billete Provisional

Lot #666 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
13 100 Reales de Inca on 100 Soles 1.9.1881 (old date 1873)
Next and highest denomination of series. Standing allegorical woman ("Libertad"), Galvez, and train/train and man with llamas. Signature at lower center. Low serial number #1798. Off center; few pinholes at left. Seldom offered, particularly so choice.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Republica del Peru Billete Provisional

Lot #667 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
13 100 Reales de Inca on 100 Soles 1.9.1881 (old date 1873)
Similar to previous; without signature at lower center. Serial number #3334. Ideal comparison piece.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Republica del Peru Billete Provisional

Lot #668 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
25a 1/2 Libra 3.10.1914
Initial denomination of this vastly underrated series. Liberty/miners. Not illustrated in the Standard Catalog and the first we have offered.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Cheque Circular

Lot #669 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
37a 1 Libra 14.9.1918
Woman/drill worker. Light stains around margins on back. Well underrated Cheque Circular type; considerably more difficult than the later Banco de Reserva type and an eminently collectible example.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Cheque Circular

Lot #670 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
56 5 Soles on 1/2 Libra ND (old date 12.4.1922)
Overprint with new bank name and denomination on back.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva del Peru

Lot #671 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
61 10 Soles on 1 Libra ND (old date 11.8.1926)
Scarce provisional type with overprint on back; second such series.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva del Peru

Lot #672 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
62 50 Soles on 5 Libras ND (old date 11.8.1926)
Well underrated higher denomination provisional overprint type. Child and lamb/two women with wreath laureates. Pressed; few small margin spots. The first we have ever offered.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Banco Central de Reserva del Peru

Lot #673 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S314a 10 Soles 1.9.1872
Rare type with dog head on back; completely unpriced in the Standard Catalog. The only example I have ever seen.
Grade: Good Bank Name: Banco Nacional del Peru

Lot #674 - World Paper Money > Peru - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S405? 50 Soles 18xx
Separate uniface face and back proofs color trial in blue back gold; punch cancelled, without serial number. Justice, explorer landing, and farmer with sheep. Few small orange spots. Extremely difficult. The first we have ever offered in any form.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: Banco de Trujillo

Lot #675 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
108a 10 Mil Reis ND (old date 22.5.1908)
REPUBLICA overprint above arms on back. Five men representing sculpture, painting, reading, music, and writing. This type was used for Azores overprints. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ"; only one better of nine examples currently listed on the population report. Outstanding original.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Banco de Portugal

Lot #676 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
119 2 Escudos 50 Centavos 10.7.1920
First date for type. Nuno Alvares Pereira/woman with globe. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58"; tied with one other as the best of seven listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Banco de Portugal

Lot #677 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 575.00 - $ 750.00)
140r 100 Escudos ND (ca. 1928)
Proof punch cancelled; with neither serial number nor signatures. Gomes Freire, allegorical figures, and pillars/horse cart and town. PMG terms this "Ch. XF 45 EPQ punch hole cancelled; printer's annotation"; one of only two examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. XF 45 EPQ Bank Name: Banco de Portugal

Lot #678 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 575.00 - $ 800.00)
143r 20 Escudos ND
Proof punch cancelled; with neither serial number nor signatures. Mousinho d'Albuquerque and ornate building/Guimaraes Castle. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 punch hole cancelled, erasure"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 Bank Name: Banco de Portugal

Lot #679 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 825.00 - $ 1,200.00)
150 100 Escudos 13.3.1941
Joao Pinto Ribeiro and arms/monument. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58"; by itself, the best example of eleven listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 Bank Name: Banco de Portugal

Lot #680 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 750.00 - $ 900.00)
153? 20 Escudos ND
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal, color trial closely resembling issued colors; punch cancelled, without serial number, date, signatures, and signature titles. Chapa 6. The first we have offered in this form; not generally available.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banco de Portugal

Lot #681 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
154? 50 Escudos ND
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal, color trial closely resembling issued colors; punch cancelled, without serial number, date, signatures, and signature titles. Chapa 6A. For accuracy, slightly darker down right on back. The first we have offered in this form; not generally available.
Grade: AU+ Bank Name: Banco de Portugal

Lot #682 - World Paper Money > Portugal - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
155 500 Escudos 29.9.1942
Damiao de Goes/pulpit in Coimbra's Santa Cruz church. PCGS terms "Ch. Abt. New 58". The best example listed on the PMG population report is AU 55.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 Bank Name: Banco de Portugal

Lot #683 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,350.00 - $ 2,000.00)
19?/J 12.9.1? 4 Tangas 1.10.1917
Specimen punch cancelled printer's seals in green upper left and right with counterfoil at left; without serial number. Outstanding opportunity.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #684 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
23/J 12.13.1 1 Rupia 1.1.1924
Here is a phenomenal piece! Tiger/building. Very difficult; without decreto. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". By itself, the best of only three examples listed on the population report. Spectacular!
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultamarino

Lot #685 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
23A/J 12.21.1 1 Rupia 1.1.1924 (1929)
Tiger head; Decreto at upper left. Several stains and spots. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #686 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
36/J 12.30.6 10 Rupias 29.11.1945
Afonso de Albuquerque. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35". Seldom shows without punch cancellation.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #687 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
41?/J 12.35.6 30 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#118) stamped in black on face and back with serial numbers of zeroes. Not punch cancelled. Initial denomination of series. Choice; scarce in this form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #688 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
42/J 12.36.4 60 Escudos 2.1.1959
Later signature combination for type. Strong original.
Grade: Abt. AU Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #689 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
42?/J 12.36.4 60 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#56) stamped in red on face and back with serial number of zeroes. Not punch cancelled. Next in the series. Elusive in this form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #690 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
43?/J 12.37.6 100 Escudos 2.1.1959
SPECIMEN (#109) stamped in black on face and back with serial numbers of zeroes. Not punch cancelled. Next in the series. Not generally available in this form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #691 - World Paper Money > Portuguese India - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
46/J12.40.6 1000 Escudos 2.1.1959
Highest denomination of series. This original has a few pinholes at left. Good color and overall appearance. Getting more difficult to find in this form as many now have large punch cancellations.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #692 - World Paper Money > Puerto Rico - ($ 350.00 - $ 500.00)
7a 1 Peso 17.8.1895
Full counterfoil at left and partial at right. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; tied with four others and only one better of 33 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Ministerio de Ultramar, Billete de Canje

Lot #693 - World Paper Money > Puerto Rico - ($ 350.00 - $ 500.00)
7b 1 Peso 17.8.1895
Partial counterfoil at left and right. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with only one other as the best of 19 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Ministerio de Ultramar, Billete de Canje

Lot #694 - World Paper Money > Puerto Rico - ($ 30,000.00 - $ 50,000.00)
31 200 Pesos ND (ca. 1894-97)
Here is a glorious note! SPECIMEN stamped twice in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Series D. Highest denomination of series. Justice, seated woman with globe, and Queen mother and regent of Spain's Maria Christina/crowned Spanish arms. Counterfoil at left. PCGS terms this "Superb Gem New 67 PPQ". Track and Price does not list any record of sale. Only two examples listed on the PMG population report, the better a "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Phenomenal opportunity for a large size, magnificent collector piece.
Grade: Superb Gem New 67 PPQ Bank Name: Banco Espanol de Puerto Rico

Lot #695 - World Paper Money > Qatar & Dubai - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
1a 1 Riyal ND (1960s)
Initial denomination of series. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Qatar & Dubai Currency Board

Lot #696 - World Paper Money > Qatar & Dubai - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
2a 5 Riyals ND (1960)
Next in the series. PMG terms this "EF 40". Better than most show.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Qatar & Dubai Currency Board

Lot #697 - World Paper Money > Qatar & Dubai - ($ 20,000.00 - $ 30,000.00)
4a 25 Riyals ND (1960s)
One of the most important types from all of the Middle East. Only the second we have ever offered, with the first back in 2010. Demand for this type has not waned and supply has not yet met the collector need with recent activity in particular fast and furious. Appealing color and appearance. PCGS terms this "VF 25 PPQ". Outstanding collector opportunity.
Grade: VF 25 PPQ Bank Name: Qatar & Dubai Currency Board

Lot #698 - World Paper Money > Qatar - ($ 25,000.00 - $ 50,000.00)
6? 500 Riyals ND (1973)
SPECIMEN (#043) stamped In red on face and back color trial blue and multicolored back multicolored; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination and key to series. Arms/Mosque of the Sheikhs and minaret. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 NET previously mounted"; not listed on the population report. I could not find any public records of sale for a color trial of this type. A piece of high desirability.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 NET Bank Name: Qatar Monetary Agency

Lot #699 - World Paper Money > Qatar - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
11 100 Riyals ND (1980s)
Scarce higher denomination. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Qatar Monetary Agency

Lot #700 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
54b 10 Nouveaux Francs on 500 Francs ND (1971)
Farmers with ox cart on back. Second signature combination. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-mer Department de la Reunion

Lot #701 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
55b 20 Nouveaux Francs on 1000 Francs ND (1971)
Two women (symbol of the "Union Francaise"). Second signature combination.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-mer Department de la Reunion

Lot #702 - World Paper Money > Reunion - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
56b 100 Nouveaux Francs on 5000 Francs ND (1971)
Large, colorful French printed original for Reunion with Gen. Schoelcher at right. New denomination overprinted on Standard Catalog #53. Now scarce, especially in such attractive condition. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64 PPQ".
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 PPQ Bank Name: Institut d'Emission des Departements d'Outre-mer Department de la Reunion

Lot #703 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
24a 10 Shillings 14.10.1964
Queen Elizabeth II/tobacco field. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; far better than most show.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Rhodesia

Lot #704 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
25a 1 Pound 28.9.1964
Queen Elizabeth II/Victoria Falls. Scarce date. Choice.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Rhodesia

Lot #705 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
27a 10 Shillings 1.6.1966
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of 16 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Rhodesia

Lot #706 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
27b 10 Shillings 10.9.1968
Queen Elizabeth II/tobacco field. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". An attractive piece.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Rhodesia

Lot #707 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
28d 1 Pound 14.10.1968
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Reserve Bank of Rhodesia

Lot #708 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S112a 1 Pound 1.6.1936
Seated woman with sheep and Victoria Falls/lion. Moderate soiling. Very scarce.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Barclays Bank (Dominion, Colonial and Overseas)

Lot #709 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S147? 1 Pound 31.3.1939
Late date; supersedes Standard Catalog listing by a full year. Standing Britannia with flag and shield/woman's head. Significantly better than most show.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Standard Bank of South Africa

Lot #710 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 6,000.00)
20b 10 Shillings 13.1.1961
Fish eagle, arms, and Queen Elizabeth II/river scene. PCGS terms this "Superb Gem New 67 PPQ". A prize for any collection.
Grade: Superb Gem New 67 PPQ Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland

Lot #711 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
21b 1 Pound 23.11.1960
Queen Elizabeth II; B.C.J. Richards. This date precedes the Standard Catalog listing by a few days. Leopard/Zimbabwe ruins. A terrific original. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP".
Grade: Ch. AU 58 TOP Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland

Lot #712 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
21s? 1 Pound 26.2.1960
SPECIMEN perforated; serial number #000001 at upper left and #1000000 at lower right, prefix X/38. Queen Elizabeth II; Grafftey-Smith signature. PMG terms this "AU 53 previously mounted, printer's annotations". Overall pleasing.
Grade: AU 53 Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland

Lot #713 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
22b 5 Pounds 30.1.1961
Scarce denomination from the Queen Elizabeth II series; Richards signature and prefix Y/10. Couple small margin tears at top; moderate soiling. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland

Lot #714 - World Paper Money > Rhodesia & Nyasaland - ($ 8,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
23a 10 Pounds 3.7.1959
Highest denomination of this Queen Elizabeth II series. Quality original; considerably better than most show when they come at all.
Grade: Ch. Fine/VF Bank Name: Bank of Rhodesia and Nyasaland

Lot #715 - World Paper Money > Romania - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
48b 5000 Lei 6.9.1940 (old date 31.3.1931)
Terrific type with Danube landscape and King Carol II/fantastic medieval scene on back. According to the Standard Catalog, "purported to commemorate the coronation of King Michael I". Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "UNC 60" on back.
Grade: 10/UNC 60 Bank Name: Banca Nationala Romaniei

Lot #716 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
A55 3 Rubles 1887
Crowned arms. Quality original. Seldom offered.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: State Credit Note

Lot #717 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
123 5000 Rubles 1922
Large size piece; watermarked paper. Far better than most show.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Treasury Short Term Certificate

Lot #718 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
167b? 50 Rubles 1923
Separate uniface face and back SPECIMENS perforated. Choice. Elusive in this form.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: State Currency Notes

Lot #719 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
168b? 100 Rubles 1923
Separate uniface face and back SPECIMEN perforated. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: State Currency Note

Lot #720 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 7,000.00)
173 250 Gold Rubles 1923 (1924)
Perforated SPECIMEN; contrived serial number #123456. Large size with miner; uniface. Extremely difficult.
Grade: Abt. AU Bank Name: N.K.F. Payment Obligations of the R.S.F.S.R.

Lot #721 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
182? 15,000 Rubles 1923 (1924)
Separate uniface face and back perforated SPECIMEN; serial number #11005. Man. Choice. Very difficult in this form.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: State Currency Note

Lot #722 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
183? 25,000 Rubles 1923 (1924)
Separate uniface face and back SPECIMEN perforated; serial number #12006. Soldier. Hinge at upper left and right on blank side of back. Very scarce as such.
Grade: EF/AU Bank Name: State Currency Note

Lot #723 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
188a 5 Gold Rubles 1924
Tractor plowing. Few pinholes; tiny center hole. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Abt. Fine Bank Name: State Currency Note

Lot #724 - World Paper Money > Russia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
S142 100 Rubles 1918
Highest denomination of series; prefix "XP". Far better than most show.
Grade: VF+ Bank Name: Chaikovskii Government

Lot #725 - World Paper Money > Saint Pierre & Miquelon - ($ 400.00 - $ 700.00)
32 2 Nouveaux Francs on 100 Francs ND (1963)
Overprint on La Bourdannais type; this original has excellent crispness and color. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer

Lot #726 - World Paper Money > Saint Pierre & Miquelon - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
33a 10 Nouveaux Francs on 500 Francs ND (1964)
Buildings and sailboat and women. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Tough in issued form and far better than most show.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Caisse Centrale de la France d'Outre-Mer

Lot #727 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
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. Now in strong demand; here is a terrific original with strong color! This type has become quite difficult to locate. PMG conservatively terms this "Ch. XF 45 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. XF 45 EPQ Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #728 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 200.00 - $ 300.00)
2 1 Riyal AH1375 (1956)
Haj Pilgrim Receipt. Entrance to Royal Palace in Jedda. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Now quite scarce so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #729 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
3 5 Riyals AH1373 (1954)
Haj Pilgrim Receipt. Key denomination to series. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #730 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
4 10 Riyals AH1373 (1954)
Next and highest denomination of this Haj Pilgrim Receipt Issue. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with only three others as the best of 112 listed on the population report.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #731 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 200.00 - $ 300.00)
6 1 Riyal L. AH1379 (1961)
Hill of Light/arms. Now scarce so choice.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #732 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
7a 5 Riyals L. AH1379 (1961)
Next in the series. Fortress; signature 1. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #733 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
8b 10 Riyals L.AH1379 (1961)
Next in the series. Signature #2. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; only three better of sixteen listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #734 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
9a 50 Riyals L. AH1379 (1961)
Derrick/arms. Signature 1. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; by itself, the best of ten listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #735 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 4,000.00)
10a 100 Riyals L. AH1379 (1961)
Highest denomination of series. Buildings and archway. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; by itself, the best of eleven listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #736 - World Paper Money > Saudi Arabia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
26a 500 Riyals AH1379
Highest denomination of series. Incorrect text for denomination at lower center panel. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ".
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: Saudi Arabian Monetary Agency

Lot #737 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 450.00 - $ 750.00)
92c 5 Pounds 10.3.1943
Excellent appearance. PMG terms this "AU 53"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: AU 53 Bank Name: Bank of Scotland

Lot #738 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
94e 20 Pounds 11.6.1956
Signature Craig and Watson. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35"; only one example currently on the population report. Tough higher denomination.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Bank of Scotland

Lot #739 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
151a 1 Pound 9.2.1916
Side view of seated Britannia (on face and back) and arms. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 minor rust"; the better of only two examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: British Linen Bank

Lot #740 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
186 5 Pounds 15.5.1940
Ornate design. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35"; two better of five listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Clydesdale Bank Ltd.

Lot #741 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
190 5 Pounds 12.1.1949
Large size type; later date. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; the only example listed on the population report and the first we have offered.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Clydesdale Bank Ltd.

Lot #742 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 550.00 - $ 850.00)
259d 5 Pounds 1.2.1951
Marquess of Lothian; printed signatures. WBG terms this "EF 40". Fully original. Extremely difficult to find any better.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: National Bank of Scotland

Lot #743 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
260c 20 Pounds 1.11.1949
Larger size type. PMG terms this "Ch. EF 45"; only one better of four listed on the population report. Outstanding colors for this example.
Grade: Ch. EF 45 Bank Name: National Bank of Scotland

Lot #744 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
S323b 1 Pound 2.1.1919
Early date for the Accountant-Cashier signature title combination. PMG terms this "VF 30 minor repair"; tied with the only other example listed on the population report.
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Commercial Bank of Scotland Ltd.

Lot #745 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S813c 20 Pounds 1.9.1947
Tough higher denomination. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ"; clearly the best of only three listed on the population report and the first with this date we have offered.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Union Bank of Scotland

Lot #746 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
NL 1 Pound 15.5.1891
Here is a beautiful, majestic piece, unsigned. Man with dog and woman with dog, city view on waterfront above. WBG terms this "Ch. XF 45 pinhole". The first type we have ever offered from this authority.
Grade: Ch. XF 45 Bank Name: Caledonian Banking Company

Lot #747 - World Paper Money > Scotland - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
NL 20 Shillings 18xx
Remainder; without serial number. Allegorical design; with counterfoil. WBG terms this "EF 40 pinholes". The first we have offered.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: East Lothian Banking

Lot #748 - World Paper Money > Senegal - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
A1r 5 Francs L. 1874
Unsigned remainder. Virtually only obtainable bank note so early; from old group now well dispersed. High Standard Catalog value. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Banque du Senegal

Lot #749 - World Paper Money > Senegal - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
1c; 2c; 3a .50; 1; 2 Francs D. 1917
THREE NOTES; complete type set. The .50 Franc and 1 Franc without watermark; imprint on back of those two notes "Gouvt. Genal" and for 2 Francs "Gouvt. genal". All with same signature combination as 2 Francs illustration. WBG terms the 2 Francs "UNC 61Q edge toning, nick". The .50 Franc is lightly flattened with couple pinholes and the 1 Franc is pressed with few areas of restoration. Outstanding "one stop shop" opportunity.
Grade: EF+; abt. VF; UNC 61Q Bank Name: Gouvernement General de l'Afrique Occidentale Francaise Senegal

Lot #750 - World Paper Money > Senegal - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
3b 2 Francs L. 1917
Highest denomination of series. Watermark bees; imprint on back with capital "G" for "Gen'al". PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; tied with two others as the best of only four listed on the population report. Seldom seen.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Gouvernement General de l'Afrique Occidentale Francaise Senegal

Lot #751 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
2e 1 Rupee 5.10.1934
Uniface. King George V. WBG terms this "Ch. Fine 15". This variety is seldom offered.
Grade: Ch. Fine 15 Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #752 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
6a 50 Cents 7.7.1943
Uniface; King George VI. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 NET minor foreign substance"; one of only three examples listed on the population report. Scarce in any grade.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 NET Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #753 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
11a 5 Rupees 1.8.1954
Queen Elizabeth II. Pleasing original.
Grade: XF Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #754 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 450.00 - $ 750.00)
11b 5 Rupees 1.8.1960
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #755 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,500.00)
12d 10 Rupees 1.1.1967
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ".
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #756 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 10,000.00 - $ 20,000.00)
14a; 15a; 16a; 17a; 18a 5; 10; 20; 50; 100 Rupees 1.1.1968
FIVE NOTES; complete Queen Elizabeth II type set with low MATCHED SERIAL NUMBER #000037! Outstanding collector opportunity to surely see spirited participation. Selective and highly proficient restoration has rendered already beautiful pieces even more spectacular. A centerpiece for any British Commonwealth collection.
Grade: Avg. AU/UNC Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #757 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
15b 10 Rupees 1.1.1974
Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #758 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
16c 20 Rupees 1.1.1974
Queen Elizabeth II; last date. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of 43 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #759 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
17d 50 Rupees 1.1.1972
Sailing ship and Queen Elizabeth II. Well known "SEX" word in palm trees. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". In demand.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #760 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
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 206558 indicates how few were made for five different dates. Lovely original.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #761 - World Paper Money > Seychelles - ($ 4,500.00 - $ 7,500.00)
18e 100 Rupees 1.6.1975
Highest denomination of series. Land turtles and Queen Elizabeth II. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of 17 listed on the population report. In demand so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Seychelles

Lot #762 - World Paper Money > Singapore - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
44s 10,000 Dollars ND (1999)
SPECIMEN stamped in red on face and back; regular serial number. Encik Yusof bin Ishak/computer chip research lab. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ". Standard Catalog value $1000.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Board of Commissioners of Currency Singapore

Lot #763 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
82? 10 Shillings ND
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal, color trial in purple on multicolored back blue on multicolored; punch cancelled, with neither serial number nor date. Postmus signature; with watermark. For accuracy, slightly darker down right on back. The first we have offered in this form; dynamic appearance.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: South African Reserve Bank

Lot #764 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 1,200.00 - $ 1,500.00)
84b 1 Pound 2.4.1931
Very scarce Clegg signature. PMG terms this "Superb Gem New 67 PPQ". Far better than most show and the best we have ever offered.
Grade: Superb Gem New 67 PPQ Bank Name: South African Reserve Bank

Lot #765 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
88b? 20 Pounds 4.9.1933
Very difficult higher denomination; Postmus signature with prefix C3. Perforated CANCELLED. This overall strong original has tiny margin spot at bottom right. Terrific appearance.
Grade: VF Bank Name: South African Reserve Bank

Lot #766 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
100? 100 Pounds ND
SPECIMEN (#16E) stamped in red once on face and twice on back, color trial olive on multicolored; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series; first line of bank name and value in English. Jan van Riebeeck and sailing ship/elaborate arms. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64". Very difficult in any form; the first we have offered as such. Majestic.
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 Bank Name: South African Reserve Bank

Lot #767 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
S391 10 Shillings 3.1.1918
Natal issue; Durban. Cherub holding cornucopia/springbok. Tears, pinholes, and other signs of circulation. We have offered this tough type only once prior and not this date. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG Bank Name: National Bank of South Africa Limited

Lot #768 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
S631? 1 Pound ND
Single star punch cancellation over right signature and undated; serial number of zeroes. Text in Afrikaans; arms. Completely unpriced in the Standard Catalog.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Netherlandsche Bank voop Zuid Afrika

Lot #769 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
S632? 1 Pound ND
Single star punch cancellation over right signature and undated; serial number of zeroes. Ideal counterpart with previous lot; text in English. Completely unpriced in the Standard Catalog.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Netherlands Bank of South Africa

Lot #770 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
S633? 5 Pounds ND
Single star punch cancellation over right signature and undated; serial number of zeroes. Next in the series; text in Afrikaans.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Netherlandsche Bank voop Zuid Afrika

Lot #771 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,200.00)
S635? 10 Pounds ND
Single star punch cancellation over right signature and undated; serial number of zeroes. Next and highest denomination in the series; text in Afrikaans.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Netherlandsche Bank voop Zuid Afrika

Lot #772 - World Paper Money > South Africa - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S713a 10 Shillings 1.3.1902
This note, printed on cloth, is written by hand with stamping "Border Scouts Upington"; the heading states that these were issued by the Paymaster of the Upington Border Scouts. Signed by Major John Berbeck (commander of the Border Scouts during the Boer Wars). Some spots; some fraying. Seldom offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Upington Border Scouts

Lot #773 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
8b 5 Shillings 1.1.1948
Last date for larger size type; King George VI. I examined this note several times to determine that it was really as nice as it first appeared, and it is! Excellent color as well for this original.
Grade: AU+ Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board

Lot #774 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
9b? 10 Shillings 1.3.1944
SPECIMEN (#20) stamped in red; punch cancelled, without serial number. King George VI. For accuracy, slightly darker down right on back. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: AU/UNC Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board

Lot #775 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
9b 10 Shillings 1.2.1945
King George VI/sable. Bessle signature at right. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with three others as the best of ten listed on the population report. Rarely offered so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board

Lot #776 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,500.00)
9c 10 Shillings 15.1.1947
King George VI. Signature E. T. Fox. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; by far the best example of only four listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board

Lot #777 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
10f 1 Pound 1.9.1950
King George VI; signatures Strachan and Munro. WBG terms this "AU 55 residue". Overall outstanding.
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board

Lot #778 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
10f 1 Pound 1.9.1951
King George VI; Munro signature. PMG terms this "AU 55"; tied with two others as the third best of eleven listed on the population report. We have offered considerably fewer of this 1951 date than the 1950. Outstanding example.
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board

Lot #779 - World Paper Money > Southern Rhodesia - ($ 500.00 - $ 1,000.00)
13a 1 Pound 1.12.1952
Queen Elizabeth II series. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35 stain"; one of only three examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Southern Rhodesia Currency Board

Lot #780 - World Paper Money > Spain - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
103a 1000 Pesetas 21.11.1936
Highest denomination of series. Old bridge and building on back. Brown, not green as stated in Standard Catalog. PCGS terms this "Abt. New 53 small tear near bottom right". Far better than most show.
Grade: Abt. New 53 Bank Name: Banco de Espana

Lot #781 - World Paper Money > Spain - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
114a 500 Pesetas 20.5.1938
Cathedral on back. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 55 PPQ". Very difficult high denomination, particularly so choice.
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 55 PPQ Bank Name: Banco de Espana

Lot #782 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
6c 10 Cents 6.1920?
ERROR?; the month area at right of crown on back is nearly completely blank. Arms on back; Pountney signature. Slightly toned. The first we have offered as what appears to be an error.
Grade: VF+ Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements

Lot #783 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
16b 1 Dollar 1.1.1935
King George V/back and watermark with tiger. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ". Considerably better than most show.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements

Lot #784 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 350.00 - $ 550.00)
17b 5 Dollars 1.1.1935
Last date for this King George V type. Lightly flattened. Still, strong color.
Grade: Abt. VF Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements

Lot #785 - World Paper Money > Straits Settlements - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
18a 10 Dollars 1.1.1934
Highest denomination of the King George V series. Pressed. Still, appealing color.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Government of the Straits Settlements

Lot #786 - World Paper Money > Sudan - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
LOT OF 7 NOTES IN BOOK
Wonderful Presentation Book "Bank of Sudan/The Democratic Republic of The Sudan/25th. Anniversary of Independence/1956-1981". Contains SPECIMENS stamped in English and Arabic serial numbers of zeroes for, in order of appearance, 25 Piastres (#16?); 50 Piastres (#17?); 1 Pound (#18?); 5 Pounds (#19?); 10 Pounds (#20?); 20 Pounds COMMEMORATIVE (#22?); and scarce 20 Pounds (#21?). Quite elegant.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Bank of Sudan

Lot #787 - World Paper Money > Sweden - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
55r1/RG 1 1000 Kronor 1976
REPLACEMENT. Highest denomination of series. King Carl XIV Johan/Bessemer steel process. WBG terms this "Ch. UNC 63 TOP". The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: Ch. UNC 63 TOP Bank Name: Sveriges Riksbank

Lot #788 - World Paper Money > Sweden - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 2,000.00)
S149s 10 Kronor 1884
SPECIMEN; serial number #000001 and #100000 at right center. Litt C. Woman, city arms, and black eagle/woman. Amazingly, like the "jackass vignette" of eagle used on United States currency (jackass can be seen when holding the note upside down)! PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 EPQ"; the only example listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 EPQ Bank Name: Christinehamns Enskilda Bank

Lot #789 - World Paper Money > Switzerland - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 6,000.00)
45h; 46k; 48n; 49o; 51l; 52l 10; 20; 50; 100; 500; 1000 Franken 28.3.1963; 2.4.1964; 7.2.1974; 7.3.1973; 7.2.1974; 1.10.1973
SIX NOTES; a complete UNC denomination set from this era. Respective signatures are 40; 39; 45; 45; 43; and 43. Choice "one stop shop" opportunity.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Swiss National Bank

Lot #790 - World Paper Money > Switzerland - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
49a 100 Franken 25.10.1956
Next in the series; signature 38. Boy/St. Martin cutting cape (to share). Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "UNC 60" on back. We have offered this first date only once prior, in much lower condition.
Grade: 10/UNC 60 Bank Name: Swiss National Bank

Lot #791 - World Paper Money > Switzerland - ($ 400.00 - $ 600.00)
51h 500 Franken 5.1.1970
Woman looking in mirror/elders with four girls bathing. Signature 43. Quality original. We have not offered this date in many years.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: Swiss National Bank

Lot #792 - World Paper Money > Switzerland - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
52e 1000 Franken 21.12.1961
Highest denomination of series; large size. Female head/Dance Macabre. Signature 39. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "UNC 60" on back. We have seldom offered this date and never so choice.
Grade: 10/UNC 60 Bank Name: Swiss National Bank

Lot #793 - World Paper Money > Switzerland - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
52e 1000 Franken 21.12.1961
As previous; signature 41. Problem free original.
Grade: VF+ Bank Name: Swiss National Bank

Lot #794 - World Paper Money > Switzerland - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
52m 1000 Francs 7.2.1974
Woman/"Danse Macabre". Signature 43. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Swiss National Bank

Lot #795 - World Paper Money > Switzerland - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 5,500.00)
53g; 54; 56h; 57i; 58c; 59f 10; 20; 50; 100; 500; 1000 Franken 1987; 1978; 1988; 1988; 1992; 1993
SIX NOTES; complete denomination set from this era. Signatures 59, 52, 60, 59, 64, and 61, respectively. This is the first issued 500 Franken we have ever offered. Outstanding "one stop shop" opportunity.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Swiss National Bank

Lot #796 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
34 1 Livre 1.2.1935
Harbor and mountain landscape on back. Margin tear bottom left. Seldom offered.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Grand-Liban

Lot #797 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
39A 1 Livre 1939 (old date 1.2.1935)
Initial denomination of scarce provisional series with overprint SYRIE 1939. Quality original with bold color.
Grade: VF+ Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Grand-Liban

Lot #798 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
40f 1 Livre 1.9.1939
Blue diamond overprint. PMG terms this "Ch. AU 58 NET PVC"; tied with another as second best of eight listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 NET Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #799 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
42c 10 Livres 1.9.1939
Clock tower; overprint in green. PMG terms this "Ch. VF 35"; tied for second best with one other of six listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #800 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 8,000.00 - $ 10,000.00)
60 50 Livres 1947
Ornate design for this majestic large size type. State arms overprint. PMG terms this "AU 50 EPQ"; one of only two examples listed on the population report. A highlight for any collection; the first we have offered.
Grade: AU 50 EPQ Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #801 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
62 5 Livres 15.12.1948
Azam Palace. With dynamic color, better than its technical grade and still, by far, the best example of this type we have offered.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #802 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
63 1 Livre 1.7.1949
Harbor and mountain landscape. This original is better than most show.
Grade: Ch. VF Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #803 - World Paper Money > Syria - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
67 100 Livres 1.7.1949
Large size, colorful type with view of Damascus. PMG terms this "VF 25 tears and staining"; one of six listed on the population report. Very difficult high denomination.
Grade: VF 25 Bank Name: Banque de Syrie et du Liban

Lot #804 - World Paper Money > Tahiti - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
2 20 Francs 20.3.1914
Simply put, the state of preservation for this early type is shocking! Neptune reclining holding trident. PMG terms this "XF 40 previously mounted"; far better than the mere two examples currently listed on the population report and the first we have ever offered.
Grade: XF 40 Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #805 - World Paper Money > Tahiti - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
6b 100 Francs 2.1.1920
Elephant columns and reclining women with ox and tiger. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; by itself, the best of four listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #806 - World Paper Money > Tahiti - ($ 3,250.00 - $ 4,500.00)
13b? 500 Francs ND (ca. 1938)
SPECIMEN perforated; without serial number, block number, date nor signatures. Larger size type with standing woman and ships on face and back. PCGS terms this "Very Ch. New 64 PPQ". Quite attractive.
Grade: Very Ch. New 64 PPQ Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #807 - World Paper Money > Tahiti - ($ 1,600.00 - $ 2,000.00)
15b 1000 Francs ND
Market scene and seated woman. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". Beautiful.
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #808 - World Paper Money > Tahiti - ($ 11,500.00 - $ 17,500.00)
16a 100 Francs ND (ca. 1940)
Incredibly rare type with striking new denomination black overprints CENT FRANCS vertically at left center and CENT at upper center on face; uncancelled. The left side also has signature title overprints Le Cassier and Le Directeur, hand signatures beneath, and serial number still lower. The back has new value overprint in black vertically at right center. According to Kolsky/Muszynski's specialized French Indochina catalog, in 1967 there were 267 outstanding; one expert believes now fewer than 20 remain. Not listed in World War II Remembered and not illustrated in the Standard Catalog. A phenomenal job of conservation is virtually imperceptible. We sold a higher grade example for $18,400 at CPMX 2010; I had not seen any before and none since. Excessively rare.
Grade: VG Bank Name: Banque de l'Indochine

Lot #809 - World Paper Money > Thailand - ($ 700.00 - $ 1,000.00)
46b 5 Baht ND (1945)
Standard Catalog indicates this type without signature requires confirmation. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ"; tied with the only two others listed on the population report.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: Government of Siam

Lot #810 - World Paper Money > Tibet - ($ 11,000.00 - $ 15,000.00)
1; 1A; 2; 3; 4 5; 5; 10; 15; 25; 50 Tam ca. 1659 (1913)
FIVE NOTES. The green 5 Tam with few spots and pinholes; the blue 5 Tam with tear at left; the 15 Tam with moderate soiling and a few pinholes; and the 25 Tam with few small tears and pinholes. Each type is extremely difficult; having most of the types together provides a terrific "one stop shop" opportunity.
Grade: Avg. VG/Fine Bank Name: Government of Tibet

Lot #811 - World Paper Money > Timor - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
15 1 Pataca 8.3.1945
The lone Patacas denomination for series; locally lithographed. Signatures are Administrator A-7 and Presidente P-2 from Jhunjhunwalla's Portuguese India chart. PCGS terms this "EF 40". Seldom offered.
Grade: EF 40 Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #812 - World Paper Money > Timor - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
16 1 Pataca 16.11.1945
Huts and arms. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only one better of 13 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Nacional Ultramarino

Lot #813 - World Paper Money > Tonga - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
13a; 14b; 15a; 16a; 17a 1/2; 1; 2; 5; 10 Pa'anga 3.4.1967; 12.4.1967
FIVE NOTES; complete Queen Salote type set, all but the 1 Pa'anga with the first date. All UNC. Outstanding "one stop shop" opportunity.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Government of Tonga

Lot #814 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,350.00)
5b 500 Francs 18.3.1924
Large size type; highest denomination of series. PCGS terms this "VF 30 small repair at center; small edge tears at right". Elegant appearance
Grade: VF 30 Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie Tunisie

Lot #815 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
20a? 1000 Francs 19.1.1942
Farm colonial family and field work/woman's head and fruit. Watermark woman's head. PCGS terms this "EF 45"; strong appearance.
Grade: EF 45 Bank Name: Banque de l'Algerie

Lot #816 - World Paper Money > Tunisia - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,000.00)
58 1 Dinar ND
President Bourguiba and peasant with farm machine/dam. Seldom shows so choice.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banque Centrale de Tunisie

Lot #817 - World Paper Money > Turkey - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
22 20 Kurush AH1267 (1851)
Vertical format. Toughra Mecid; Nafiz seal on back. Extremely difficult so choice.
Grade: Abt. AU Bank Name: Ottoman Empire

Lot #818 - World Paper Money > Turkey - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 4,500.00)
106 100 Livres L. 28.3.1333 (1917)
High denomination from the only series with L. 1333. Colorful. Tape and other areas of circulation. The first we have ever offered; listed as Rare in the Standard Catalog. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG Bank Name: Ministry of Finance

Lot #819 - World Paper Money > Turkey - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 7,500.00)
113 100 Livres L. 1334
Higher denomination of series; seldom seen. Toughra of Muhammad VI. Several areas of restoration and other signs of circulation. The first we have ever offered. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: State Note of the Ministry of Finance

Lot #820 - World Paper Money > Turkey - ($ 650.00 - $ 850.00)
120a 5 Livres L. 1341 (1926)
Wolf, star and city on mountain/bridge and city view. Few spots; areas of soiling. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: State Note of the Ministry of Finance

Lot #821 - World Paper Money > Turkey - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
135? 1 Lira L. 1930 (25.4.1942)
SPECIMEN (#20) with printer's seal perforated CANCELLED, color trial in green on multicolored back purple and green; punch cancelled, without serial number, date, and signatures. Inonu/The Bosporus Strait. The first we have offered in this form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Central Bank of Turkey

Lot #822 - World Paper Money > Turkey - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
142As 50 Lira L. 1930
SPECIMEN overprint GECMEZ bold on face and thinner on back; punch cancelled and serial numbers of zeroes. Inonu with white bow tie. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Turkey

Lot #823 - World Paper Money > Turkey - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
144a 100 Lirasi L. 1930 (15.8.1942)
President Inonu/girl with grapes. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied with one other as the best of six examples on the population report. Seldom found of such quality; the best we have ever offered.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: Central Bank of Turkey

Lot #824 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 75.00 - $ 150.00)
1a 1 Dirham ND (1973)
Initial denomination of series. Dhow, camel caravan, and oil derrick/police station. Choice. Not only are we pleased to offer the entire type set, starting with this lot, this United Arab Emirates section is most likely the best ever offered in the Americas.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Currency Board

Lot #825 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 125.00 - $ 225.00)
2a 5 Dirhams ND (1973)
Next in the series. Dhow, camel caravan, and oil derrick/Fortress Fujairah. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Currency Board

Lot #826 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 575.00 - $ 750.00)
3a 10 Dirhams 1973
Camel caravan, watermark horse, city view on back. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ".
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Currency Board

Lot #827 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
4a 50 Dirhams ND (1973)
Next in the series. Dhow, camel caravan, and oil derrick/Palace of Ajman. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". In demand.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Currency Board

Lot #828 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
5a 100 Dirhams ND (1973)
Next in the series. Dhow, camel caravan, and oil derrick/Ras al-Khaimah. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ". Strong example and now quite scarce so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Currency Board

Lot #829 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 3,000.00 - $ 5,000.00)
6a 1000 Dirhams ND (1976)
Next and highest denomination of series. Dhow, camel caravan, and oil derrick/fortress. Very scarce. Expert restoration has slightly enhanced this piece; see if you can find where.
Grade: AU Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Currency Board

Lot #830 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 300.00 - $ 500.00)
7a; 8a; 9a; 10a 5; 10; 50; 100 Dirhams ND (1982)
FOUR NOTES. Mostly UNC except for 50 Dirhams. Good collector group.
Grade: UNC; UNC; VF; UNC Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #831 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
11a 500 Dirhams ND (1983)
Highest denomination of series. Sparrowhawk design. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ". Now elusive so choice.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #832 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 20,000.00 - $ 30,000.00)
NL 1000 Dirhams ND (ca. 1980)
SPECIMEN (#373) stamped in Arabic on face and English on back, in red; punch cancelled, serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination from second series (after Standard Catalog #11); one researcher states this denomination was prepared for issue but not released, possibly due to counterfeiting with the previous 1000 Dirhams. Coffee container/bridge. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64"; not listed on the population report. The first I have ever seen.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #833 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
15a 100 Dirhams 1993/AH1414
Key date. Lightly flattened.
Grade: Abt. VF Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #834 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
18 500 Dirhams 1996/AH 1416
Highest denomination of series. Sparrowhawk/mosque in Dubai. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only four better of 102 examples listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #835 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
21? 20 Dirhams 1997
SPECIMEN (#478) perforated. Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club/dhow. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #836 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 1,750.00 - $ 3,000.00)
21a? 20 Dirhams 1997
Color trial on blue unwatermarked paper; without serial number. Dubai Creek Golf and Yacht Club/dhow. Extended margin at right. Seldom offered form.
Grade: EF Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #837 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
24a 500 Dirhams 1998/AH 1419
Higher denomination of series. Sparrowhawk/mosque in Dubai. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; only two better of 65 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #838 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 5,000.00 - $ 8,000.00)
25a? 1000 Dirhams 1998/AH 1419
SPECIMEN (#123) perforated; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. Palace corner tower/city view. PCGS terms this "Gem New 66 PPQ". Seldom seen in this form; the first we have offered.
Grade: Gem New 66 PPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #839 - World Paper Money > United Arab Emirates - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
25b 1000 Dirhams 2000/AH 1420
Second date. PMG terms this "Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ"; tied with eight others as the best of 100 listed on the population report. The first we have offered.
Grade: Superb Gem UNC 67 EPQ Bank Name: United Arab Emirates Central Bank

Lot #840 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
A94c 20 Pesos 25.8.1887
SPECIMEN (#151 with number pasted on) color trial pink and light blue underprint back reddish brown; punch cancelled, without serial number. Man, arms, and building/Liberty head. Stub at left. The first we have offered for this difficult type in this form.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: Banco Nacional de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #841 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
5? 10 Pesos 24.8.1896
Separate uniface face and back proof; punch cancelled, without serial number. Sailor, arms, and woman/ships and train. Each toned with tape and residue on blank sides. Highly elusive in any form. Sold as is; no returns.
Grade: Avg. VF/EF Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #842 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
11? 10 Pesos Sept. 1914
SPECIMEN (A) color trial underprint orange and blue back purple; punch cancelled without serial number. Clip mark at upper left.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #843 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
17a 1 Peso 18.7.1930
French printed COMMEMORATIVE for centennial of the founding of Uruguay. Woman with helmet/Indians, sailboat, and arms/"Centenario de 1830" text. PMG terms this "XF 40". Far better than most show.
Grade: XF 40 Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #844 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
17? 1 Peso 18.7.1930
Similar to previous; serial number of zeroes. Without watermark. Slight residue at watermark window area on back. Unusual in this form.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #845 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 3,500.00)
18a 5 Pesos 18.7.1930
Next in this wonderful COMMEMORATIVE series. Woman/horseback riders and arms. Also, "Centenario de 1830" text on back. For accuracy, few light stains. Seldom seen.
Grade: VF Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #846 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
18? 5 Pesos ND (ca. 1930)
SIN VALOR stamped in hollow letters in red on face and back with partial perforation; regular serial number. Few tiny margin tears and edge foxing. Extremely difficult in any form.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #847 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 3,500.00 - $ 5,000.00)
19 10 Pesos 18.7.1930
Highest denomination of French printed COMMEMORATIVE series. Woman/arms and four allegorical women and "Centenario de 1830" on back. Few stains and small holes; few tears top margin. Extremely rare; one of the most sought after notes for all of Latin America.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #848 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
33a? 1000 Pesos L. 1935
SPECIMEN perforated SIN VALOR at left and right with two red diagonal lines across face and back; serial number of zeroes. Highest denomination of series. Artigas/magnificent back design with horseman. Signatures crossed out. Couple pinholes top right. In such overall strong condition, this original is delightful in any form.
Grade: EF Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #849 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
33b 1000 Pesos L. 1935
Highest denomination of series. Artigas/magnificent back design with horseman. Couple tiny holes; foxing. According to one expert, an issued piece had a contemporary value of approximately $12,000 in today's dollars.
Grade: Fine+ Bank Name: Banco de la Republica Oriental del Uruguay

Lot #850 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S191? 10 Pesos 1.5.1885
ARCHIVE SPECIMEN perforated with printer name; serial numbers #A30001 and #A45000. Fully printed face and back. Light handwritten notations at upper left. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 printer's annotation"; tied with two others as the only examples listed on the population report. Wonderful allegorical design in this grade.
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Banco Ingles del Rio de la Plata

Lot #851 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 1,500.00 - $ 3,000.00)
S194 100 Pesos 1.5.1885
Highest denomination made for bank; standing Minerva with shield and staff, animal, and woman/two horses pulling man in small cart. Clip mark at right center on back. Extremely difficult; the first we have ever offered in issued form.
Grade: Fine Bank Name: Banco Ingles del Rio de la Plata

Lot #852 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
S245? 100 Pesos 18xx
Color trial black on green underprint with serial number #64368; stub at left. Columbus and boy running/several women's heads on wonderful back. Couple small holes at right. Quite unusual in this form.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Banco de Londres y Rio de la Plata

Lot #853 - World Paper Money > Uruguay - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
S447 2 Patacones 5.1856
Highest denomination of series. Bull. PCGS terms this "VF 35". The first we have ever offered.
Grade: VF 35 Bank Name: Sociedad de Cambios Carmelo y Na (Nueva) Palmira

Lot #854 - World Paper Money > Venezuela - ($ 650.00 - $ 1,000.00)
20? 5 Pesos 3.12.1860
Large, early type; Yaracuy province. Printed on thin paper. Small piece missing bottom left; stained at left; few margin nicks. Still, overall strong appearance.
Grade: Fine/VF Bank Name: Republica de Venezuela

Lot #855 - World Paper Money > Venezuela - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
37b 500 Bolivares 8.11.1956
Highest denomination of series. Bolivar. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ"; only one better of 35 listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banco Central de Venezuela

Lot #856 - World Paper Money > Venezuela - ($ 600.00 - $ 1,000.00)
S251 8 Reales=1 Peso 1.3.1862
Larger size; uniface. Hand signed. Few small holes; foxing. Completely unpriced in any condition.
Grade: VG/Fine Bank Name: Banco de Venezuela

Lot #857 - World Paper Money > Venezuela - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
S314? 500 Bolivares 19xx
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Bolivar/arms. Capital 24,000,000; both signature titles Por el Banco de Venezuela. Very difficult in any form.
Grade: UNC Bank Name: Banco de Venezuela

Lot #858 - World Paper Money > Viet Nam - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 1,500.00)
NL 1; 2; 5; 10 Xu ND (1965-68)
FOUR ITEMS. Military Commodity Coupons; Ho Chi Minh trail. Uniface. Listed in the specialized Daniel reference; the 10 Xu is especially elusive. PMG terms these "AU 55", "Ch. AU 58", "Ch. UNC 63", and "AU 55"; not listed on the population report. Quite scarce in any condition and particularly difficult so choice.
Grade: AU 55; Ch. AU 58; Ch. UNC 63; AU 55 Bank Name: Truong Son Military Coupons

Lot #859 - World Paper Money > Vietnam-South - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
6Aa 500 Dong ND (1962)
Dragon and palace/farmer with two water buffaloes. PMG terms this "AU 55 pinholes, minor foreign substance"; only four better of 21 listed on the population report. Very scarce so choice.
Grade: AU 55 Bank Name: National Bank of Viet Nam

Lot #860 - World Paper Money > Vietnam-South - ($ 500.00 - $ 800.00)
10a 500 Dong ND (1955)
Highest denomination of series; pagoda. Ex-Clyde Reedy collection. PMG terms this "AU 55 EPQ". Significantly better than most show.
Grade: AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Viet-Nam

Lot #861 - World Paper Money > Vietnam-South - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
14As1 200 Dong ND (1955)
SPECIMEN with GIAY MAU stamped in red on face and back; serial number of zeroes. Soldier/girl. Dark green. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ"; tied for the best example listed on the population report.
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Viet-Nam

Lot #862 - World Paper Money > Vietnam-South - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
35a 5000 Dong ND (1975)
Palace of Independence/leopard. Not issued. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 66 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 66 EPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Viet-Nam

Lot #863 - World Paper Money > Vietnam-South - ($ 600.00 - $ 900.00)
36a 10,000 Dong ND (1975)
Highest denomination of series; wonderful water buffalo on back. Not issued. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 EPQ".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 EPQ Bank Name: National Bank of Viet-Nam

Lot #864 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 550.00 - $ 750.00)
3? 500 Francs 00.00.0000
SPECIMEN (#0152) stamped in black and perforated; serial number and date of zeroes. Without code letter. Few pinholes top left. Challenging to find this type near this condition in any form.
Grade: Abt. AU Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest

Lot #865 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 1,150.00 - $ 1,500.00)
5? 5000 Francs 00-00-0000
SPECIMEN (#0144) stamped in black and perforated; serial number and date of zeroes. Without code letter. Couple pinholes upper left; clip mark top left. Highest denomination and key to this initial bank note series for West African States.
Grade: Abt. AU Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest

Lot #866 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 800.00 - $ 1,000.00)
204Bl 5000 Francs ND
Highest denomination of series; signature 10. Benin. PCGS terms this "Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ".
Grade: Ch. Abt. New 58 PPQ Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest

Lot #867 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 2,000.00 - $ 3,000.00)
804Tb 5000 Francs 20.3.1961
Highest denomination of the Togo series. The most reliable information indicates only three examples known. Further, this denomination with signature 1 is rare so choice for any location. WBG terms this "AU 55 TOP". Ex-Michel Becuwe and ex Burson collections. Wonderful collector item.
Grade: AU 55 TOP Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest

Lot #868 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 750.00 - $ 1,250.00)
804Tk 5000 Francs ND
As previous; signature 9. WBG terms this "Ch. AU 58 TOP". Outstanding original.
Grade: Ch. AU 58 TOP Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest

Lot #869 - World Paper Money > West African States - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 1,500.00)
804Tm 5000 Francs ND
Signature 11, the last for this type. PMG terms this "Gem UNC 65 EPQ".
Grade: Gem UNC 65 EPQ Bank Name: Banque Centrale des Etats de l'Afrique de l'Ouest

Lot #870 - World Paper Money > Western Samoa - ($ 4,000.00 - $ 5,500.00)
7c 10 Shillings 31.5.1951
Palm tree design. Left signature title "Minister of Island Territories". WBG terms this "Ch. VF 35". Appealing example. We have not previously offered this year date.
Grade: Ch. VF 35 Bank Name: Territory of Western Samoa

Lot #871 - World Paper Money > Western Samoa - ($ 1,000.00 - $ 2,000.00)
10b 10 Shillings ND
Later piece without date; MINISTER OF FINANCE in plate at lower left. Red overprint at upper center and back. Couple pinholes at left margin. This original has excellent paper quality and color.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Bank of Western Samoa

Lot #872 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 650.00 - $ 800.00)
21s 10 Dinara 1.11.1920
SPECIMEN stamped in red; punch cancelled with serial number of zeroes. Well known "Progress" design. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "9" on the face and "AU 55 EPQ" on back.
Grade: 9/AU 55 EPQ Bank Name: National Bank, Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes

Lot #873 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 1,250.00 - $ 2,000.00)
24 1000 Dinara 30.11.1920
Highest denomination of series. Challenging genuine with Karageorge in blue at center and watermark. Lightly flattened; stains upper left; slight foxing. Strong color with very clear Karageorge overprint.
Grade: VF/EF Bank Name: National Bank, Kingdom of Serbs, Croats and Slovenes

Lot #874 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 850.00 - $ 1,250.00)
33 1000 Dinara 6.9.1935
Not issued. Wonderfully vivid design, large and beautiful. PMG terms this "Ch. UNC 64 stain".
Grade: Ch. UNC 64 Bank Name: Kingdom of Yugoslavia

Lot #875 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 2,500.00 - $ 4,000.00)
34 10,000 Dinara 6.9.1936
Large size, multicolored piece; highest denomination of series. King Peter II/farm couple. Not issued; quite scarce.
Grade: AU Bank Name: Kingdom of Yugoslavia

Lot #876 - World Paper Money > Yugoslavia - ($ 500.00 - $ 750.00)
68 100 Dinara 1.5.1953
Men working on locomotive/farmers. Russian grading company Zgrade terms this "10" on the face and "Gem UNC 67" on back. Well underrated so choice.
Grade: 10/Gem UNC 67 Bank Name: National Bank of Yugoslavia

Lot #877 - World Paper Money > Zanzibar - ($ 15,000.00 - $ 30,000.00)
3 10 Rupees 1.8.1916
The world floor sale ends with a bang! One of the most mystical countries to pursue and a consistent challenge for any hobbyist, particularly the "one per country" collector. Here is an eminently collectible 10 Rupees. PMG termed "VF 20 NET splits, rust, annotations"; one of only two examples listed on the population report. Do not miss this opportunity!
Grade: VF 20 NET Bank Name: Zanzibar Government