AIA Sale #47 March 13th, 2018 - U.S., Chinese & Worldwide Banknotes, Scripophily and Coins

Auction Details

Tuesday, March 13th, 2018 in 2 Sessions
U.S., Chinese & Worldwide Banknotes, Scripophily and Coins
Lots 1 to 973
SESSION 1 – Chinese & Worldwide Banknotes, Coins & Scripophily
Tuesday, March 13th, 2018 (Lots 1 to 576) beginning at 10:30 AM Local Time

SESSION 2 – U.S. Banknotes, Scripophily, Coins, Security Printing Ephemera & Historic Ephemera
Tuesday, March 13th, 2018 (Lots 577 to 973) beginning no earlier than 4:00 PM Local Time

On behalf of the entire Archives International Auctions team, I would like to personally welcome you to our 47th auction we have held over the last ten years. We are excited to offer over 950 lots of rare and desirable U.S. & Worldwide Banknotes, Scripophily and Coins in our first auction of 2018.

Included in the sale are consignments from numerous estates and longtime collections with many items having never been offered previously at auction. Included in the sale is a desirable selection of U.S., Chinese and Worldwide Banknotes, Scripophily, Coins, and Security Printing Ephemera.

We are offering over 130 lots of Chinese Banknotes and Scripophily. Some of the highlights of the Chinese section include a 1912, Bank of China “Peking” Branch issue rarity, possibly the finest known; 4 attractive examples of the Kiangse Government Bank, 1907 Dollar Issue; and an outstanding Peiyang Tientsin Bank, ND (ca.1910) 5 Tael Issue and dozens of other rare and desirable notes. Chile is highlighted by 2 Specimen examples of the extremely rare bank, Banco Agricola, ca.1870, 1 and 5 Pesos notes that are only known in Proof form with no issued examples known and is unpriced in the SCWPM; A very attractive offering of 30 different Colombia Proof banknotes, ca.1886 to 1951, are offered, most in Gem Uncirculated condition; a lovely 1905 Danish West Indies, 10 Francs face proof is offered and the French banknote offering includes an exceptional assortment of Siege Notes.

An exceptional offering of Iran, Bank Markazi specimens, ca.1971 to 1982 issues, of over 30 different varieties, many unlisted in Specimen format will highlight the sale. Hundreds of additional worldwide notes are sure to attract attention of the beginning to serious collector as well as dealers with many single notes to large group lots that are fresh to the marketplace and have never been offered in auction previously. Another major highlight of the auction is a presentation specimen booklet of the 1982 to 1989, U.A.E. Currency Board set of 6 different Specimen notes from BW&C, many in choice to Gem condition and rare in this format. Philippines includes an exceptional aBangko Sentral ng Philippines, 1998 Commemorative 100,000 Piso Banknote as well as numerous early issues. The first session ends with 45 lots of Ancient and World Coins with many desirable coins included.

The second session includes U.S. coins, Banknotes, Scripophily and Security Printing Ephemera. Highlights include many proof obsolete notes from the Silver City Collection we offered in 2010-2011 with many rare notes never seen before that sale. The Scripophily section is highlighted by an Alaska Gold and Silver Mining Company, 1878 Stock Certificate, issued only 12 years after Seward’s Folly of his purchasing Alaska from the Russians in 1867; an extremely early and rare 1904 Ford Motor Company of Canada is offered as well as over 110 lots of issued and specimen railroad stocks and bonds; the Scripophily section includes over 350 lots of rare and interesting bonds and shares with numerous topics that are represented.

We are now working on our Winter and Spring 2018 auctions and are seeking consignments for our upcoming sales. Please contact us to discuss how you may participate in our future auctions. I would like to thank everyone who has participated in our previous sales and has helped make this auction series a resounding success. We are looking forward to another exciting auction and hope you enjoy our current offerings.
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The auction will take place on March 13th, 2018 at AIA's office located at 1580 Lemoine Ave., Suite #7, Fort Lee, NJ 07024 beginning at 10:30 AM for both sessions.
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Hsing Yeh Bank of Jehol, 1923 Issue Banknote.141 - Hsing Yeh Bank of Jehol, 1923 Issue Banknote.
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China.. $1, 1920, P-S2169, "Exchange Note", Fine to VF with nice colors. BEPP.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 70.00 - 140.00
Sold to a*******R for (35.00) = 35.00
 
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Industrial Development Bank of Jehol, 1925 Issue Banknote.142 - Industrial Development Bank of Jehol, 1925 Issue Banknote.
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Jehol.. China, 1925,1 Yuan, P-S2186a, (S/M #J1-70a), Kao signature, Violet with Great Wall vignette, Fine to Fine+. BEPP.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 40.00 - 80.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Provincial Bank of Kwangsi, 1929 Banknote Trio.143 - Provincial Bank of Kwangsi, 1929 Banknote Trio.
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China.. Lot of 3 notes, All Are $1, P-S2339 varieties from different locations, Includes P-S2325a, issued but no place name, VF; Lungchow, P-S2339c, C
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to a*****n for (85.00) = 85.00
 
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Kwang Tung Provincial Bank 1935 Specimen "Swatow Branch Issue" Banknote.144 - Kwang Tung Provincial Bank 1935 Specimen "Swatow Branch Issue" Banknote.
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China, 10 cents, P-S2436s3, Specimen, Swatow, Red on m/c, SYS at right, Back red, Specimen overprints, POCs, Gem Uncirculated, ABNC.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 180.00 - 280.00
Sold to m********6 for (110.00) = 110.00
 
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Kwang Tung Provincial Bank 1935 Specimen "Pak Hoi Branch Issue" Banknote.145 - Kwang Tung Provincial Bank 1935 Specimen "Pak Hoi Branch Issue" Banknote.
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China, 20 cents, P-S2437s3, Specimen, Pak Hoi, Red on m/c, SYS at right, Back red, Specimen overprints, POCs, Gem Uncirculated, ABNC.
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 130.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Peiyang Tientsin Bank, ND (ca.1910) Tael Issue.146 - Peiyang Tientsin Bank, ND (ca.1910) Tael Issue.
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Tientsin, China, ND (1910), 5 Taels, P-S2523r (S/M#P35-3), Facing dragons flanking portrait of Li Hung Chan with harbor scene below, Serial # 160990,
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 5,250.00 | Estimate : 6,000.00 - 8,000.00
 
 
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Shantung Exchange Bureaum 1932 Issue Banknote.147 - Shantung Exchange Bureaum 1932 Issue Banknote.
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Chinan, China. 10 cents, P-S2703, S/M#S41.5-11, Issued, Red, VG with wear and stains, HTCN. Scarce note.
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Start Price : 20.00 | Estimate : 35.00 - 60.00
 
 
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Shantung Minsheng Bank 1936 Banknote Trio.148 - Shantung Minsheng Bank 1936 Banknote Trio.
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China, Lot of 3 notes, Includes 10 cents; 20 cents And 50 cents, P-S2731 to S2733, All issued and in Choice Fine to VF condition. SSPC.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 35.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Yunnan Provincial Bank, 1949 Silver Yuan Cashier's Checks Issue.149 - Yunnan Provincial Bank, 1949 Silver Yuan Cashier's Checks Issue.
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China, $5, PS3025r1, S/M#Y71-, Remainder, Red on light blue, back blank, S/N SF 0160690, Uncirculated condition. Scarce note.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to a*****n for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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Honan Province Treasury, 1920's No Date Provisional Issue.150 - Honan Province Treasury, 1920's No Date Provisional Issue.
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China.. 1 Yuan, P-S3855 (Overprint on P-S2985) (S/M#H60-1), Issued banknote, Large red overprint on face, green with portrait of man at center, back r
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 300.00 - 500.00
Sold to a*****n for (240.00) = 240.00
 
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Laizhou City Fushengchang Bank 1929, Private Banknote, 1 string banknote. _________________151 - Laizhou City Fushengchang Bank 1929, Private Banknote, 1 string banknote. _________________
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Shandong Province, China. A private banknote issued by Fushengchang Bank in Dazhu Village, Laizhou City in Shandong Province in 1929. The front side s
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 50.00 - 80.00
Sold to a*****n for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Linjin County Bank, 1934,  currency 1 yuan. _______1934___________152 - Linjin County Bank, 1934, currency 1 yuan. _______1934___________
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Shanxi Province, China. A banknote issued by the Linjin County Bank in Shanxi Province in 1934. Printed by Northwestern Printing and the front side is
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 50.00
Sold to r**********d for (90.00) = 90.00
 
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Longkou County Sanchenggong Bank 1925 Private Banknote, 2 strings banknote. ___________153 - Longkou County Sanchenggong Bank 1925 Private Banknote, 2 strings banknote. ___________
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Shandong Province, China. A private banknote issued by Sanchenggong Bank in Longkou County, Shandong Province in 1925. The front side depicts oriental
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 45.00 - 75.00
Sold to a*****n for (45.00) = 45.00
 
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Private Banknote 2 Yuan Remainder ca. 1920-30, printed by Wuyongchang Printing in Shanghai. ________154 - Private Banknote 2 Yuan Remainder ca. 1920-30, printed by Wuyongchang Printing in Shanghai. ________
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Shanghai, China. A blank 2 yuan private banknote with no bank name or date by Wuyongchang Printing in Shanghai. The front features famous buildings in
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 35.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Qiyi County Xinxingde Bank, 1932, Private Banknote, 1 yuan banknote. ____________155 - Qiyi County Xinxingde Bank, 1932, Private Banknote, 1 yuan banknote. ____________
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Shandong Province, China. A private banknote issued by Xinxingde Bank in Luzipo Village, Qiyi County, Shandong Province in 1932. The center of the fro
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Estimate : 30.00 - 50.00
Sold to a*****n for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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Quyang County Jinyichang Bank ND ca.1920-30's, 5 strings banknote. ___________156 - Quyang County Jinyichang Bank ND ca.1920-30's, 5 strings banknote. ___________
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Hebei Province, China. A private banknote issued by Jinyichang Bank in Quyang County, Hebei Province with no date. The denomination of 5 strings is in
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 30.00 - 50.00
Sold to a*****n for (55.00) = 55.00
 
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Xinhua County Liuruochuan Bank, ND ca.1920-30, 2 strings banknote. _______________157 - Xinhua County Liuruochuan Bank, ND ca.1920-30, 2 strings banknote. _______________
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Hunan Province, China. A private banknote issued by Liuruochuan Bank in Xinhua County, Hunan Province. No date or serial number is shown. The main ima
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Estimate : 35.00 - 60.00
Sold to floor for (40.00) = 40.00
 
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Shandong Changyi Fudexiang Bank 1 Jiao, ND, ca.1930's. _________158 - Shandong Changyi Fudexiang Bank 1 Jiao, ND, ca.1930's. _________
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Shandong Province, China. A private banknote issued by the Fudexiang Bank in Jiuyuanfu, Changyi County, Shandong province. The face depicts a city sce
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Estimate : 55.00 - 100.00
Sold to a*****n for (30.00) = 30.00
 
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Shandong Feicheng Hengxingdian 1 String cash coin banknote, ca.1930-40. ____________159 - Shandong Feicheng Hengxingdian 1 String cash coin banknote, ca.1930-40. ____________
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Shandong Province, China. 1 Diao or String cash. A private banknote issued by the Hengxingdian Bank in Shiwuzhuang, Feicheng County, Shandong Province
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Start Price : 45.00 | Estimate : 70.00 - 140.00
 
 
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Shandong Jinan Demaosheng 2 strings copper cash banknote.  ND, ca.1920-30's. ____________160 - Shandong Jinan Demaosheng 2 strings copper cash banknote. ND, ca.1920-30's. ____________
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Shandong Province, China. A private banknote issued by Demaosheng Bank in Jinan, Shandong Province. No date or serial number. The text in the center
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Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 75.00 - 150.00
 
 
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