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Auction: 21131 - World and British Banknotes e-Auction
Lot: 793

Nepal Rastra Bank, a group of progressive proofs of 20 rupees, including a letter from the Bank to Harrison and Sons detailing a change to the signature used on the 2 rupees and colours to match previous 20 rupees. Include the following proofs,
-1st proof to client on 1-6-92 with fully printed design without serial numbers and signatures. Underprints also shown,
-Proofs used for signature position, signature on design crossed out. Also includes a documents with instructions on the above mentioned change to signature. Another proof for intaglio match.
-Proof with triangle at lower right design circled and annotated 'blue' (This may refer to the bank's instruction to have the same colour as the previous 20 rupees).
-Eight final proofs in a booklet with the correct signature and colours, 26-Oct-92. (Includes a page of colour specifications).
-Includes 9 issued 20 rupees. VF.
(Pick 38pp), An interesting group of Harrison and Sons proofs material providing a glimpse into the design process. A great group for the advanced Nepal collector (12 proofs)

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Sold for
£850

Starting price
£400