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Auction: 26009 - World & British Banknotes featuring the Jersey Collection Part II
Lot: 137

(x) Government of India, [2 notes] 500 Rupees, Madras, 17th May 1913, consecutive serial numbers JC/39 23261-62, sign. H. Denning,

(Pick A18 for type, Jhun&Rez 2A.6.2 for type, Denning signature unlisted), in PMG holders 25 & 20 NET Very Fine, both severed & reattached, repaired, pieces missing (2 notes)

A brilliant pair of as yet undocumented uniface 500 Rupees notes. Every uniface 500 Rupees is extremely rare, with only a handful ever sold. This outstanding consecutive pair are the first known to feature the Madras branch and Denning signature.

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

Estimate
£18,000 to £28,000

Starting price
£12000