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Auction: 24038 - The Dr. Martin M Mortazavi Collection of Persian Banknotes
Lot: 9

(x) Imperial Bank of Persia, [Top Pop] set of front and back Colour Trial Specimen 5 Tomans, ND (1890-1923),
this set showcases a distinctive printing approach. The front colour trial note bearing a signature without a date, presents soft hues of orange, light green, and purple, deviating from the traditional green, pink, and brown tones found on issued banknotes. On the other hand, the back note features a dark rose tone, in striking contrast with the standard brown adopted for circulation,

"SPECIMEN" perforated, and like the 2 and 3 Toman colour trial specimen pairs, this set is esteemed as Top Pop on PMG Census, underscoring its exceptional quality and preservation.

(Pick 3cts1, 3cts2, BNB 105 for the type), in PMG holder 64 Choice Uncirculated (1), 63 Choice Uncirculated, toning (1), (total 2 notes, both finest graded on PMG Census) rare!

Subject to 5% tax on Hammer Price in addition to 20% VAT on Buyer’s Premium.

Sold for
£8,500

Starting price
£1400