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Auction: 24009 - World Banknotes
Lot: 255

(x) Imperial Bank of Persia, 20 Tomans, 2nd series, Tabriz, 11th October 1927, serial number E/D 043,077, The city of Tabriz, located in northwestern Iran, played a pivotal role in Persia's economic and cultural development from the late 1800s through the early 20th century. As one of Persia's major trading hubs, Tabriz became a critical centre for commerce, positioned strategically along the Silk Road and near both the Ottoman and Russian Empires. Its prominence made it an ideal location for the Imperial Bank of Persia. Tabriz, along with Bushire, were the first branches to open in April 1890, just four months after the establishment of the bank's headquarters in Tehran in December 1889.

This 20 Tomans note is characterized by its red, green, and purple colours, with the obverse displaying Persian text and a portrait of Nasser al-Din Qajar in military uniform and fez. "11th October 1927" is printed between the centre and the margin of the note, and "Payable at Tabriz only" is in the lower centre margin. The reverse features English text alongside a coat of arms adorned with a Kiani crown, sun, lion, and sword. A watermark replicates this coat of arms. Black serial numbers with split prefix letters "E/D 043,077" are displayed near each corner. The note was printed by Bradbury Wilkinson & Co.

(Pick 15, BNB 117b25), in PMG holder...

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Estimate
£3,000 to £5,000