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Auction: CSS118A - Hong Kong, Macau, World Banknotes and Coins
Lot: 159

Chartered Bank of India, Australia and China, Hong Kong, colour trial $50, ND (1912), no serial numbers, issued note in orange, blue, riverside scene at centre, arms at top, reverse, brown and blue,
(Pick 43Acts), PMG 63, previously mounted. PMG census SINGLE TOP POP, one of only 2 graded examples for this type. A much superior example for this already astoundingly rare type as the other example is of lower grade and with repair. The earliest of the "gourd" $50 variety. Issued notes often are seen well used conditions, hence this a perfect opportunity for advanced collectors wishing to own an original note.

Estimate
HK$250,000 to HK$400,000

Starting price
HK$250000