AIA Sale 48 - U.S., Chinese & Worldwide Banknotes, Scripophily & Coins

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ARCHIVES INTERNATIONAL AUCTIONS
Sale 48
Featuring
U.S., Chinese & Worldwide Banknotes, Scripophily and Coins

TO BE SOLD AT PUBLIC AUCTION: in 2 SESSIONS in FORT LEE, NEW JERSEY
Lots 1 to 998

SESSION 1 – (Lots 1 to 543)
Chinese & Worldwide Banknotes, Coins and Scripophily
Featuring the Hamilton Collection of Modern British Colony Banknotes
Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 beginning at 10:30 AM Local Time

SESSION 2 – (Lots 544 to 998)
U.S. Banknotes, Scripophily, Coins, Security Printing Ephemera & Historic Ephemera
Wednesday, May 23rd, 2018 beginning no earlier than 4:00 PM Local Time

Live Gallery, Live Internet, and Catalog sale at our offices in Fort Lee New Jersey


On behalf of the entire Archives International Auctions team, I would like to personally welcome you to our 48th auction we have held over the last ten years. We are excited to offer almost 1000 lots of rare and desirable U.S. & Worldwide Banknotes, Scripophily and Coins in our upcoming auction.

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.

The auction will include over 540 lots of Chinese and Worldwide banknotes with a significant number of group lots that include dozens if not hundreds of desirable notes. We also have an exciting collection of Replacement notes from a serious collector covering literally the entire globe with many interesting and rare issues. Also included in the auction is a large Queen Elizabeth II collection put together by a serious New York collector over the last 30 years. Included are many desirable notes that will enhance any British Colony collection and includes many elusive issues.

We are offering over 100 lots of Chinese Banknotes and Scripophily highlighted by a 1920, Chinese-American Bank of Commerce, $5 "Harbin" Branch Issue Rarity that is very possibly unique and a Deutsch-Asiatische Bank, 1907, "Tsingtau, Kiau Chau" issued $1 Branch Issue Rarity. Numerous desirable and rare notes fill out the Chinese section of the auction. Chile is highlighted by a Banco De Santiago, 1886 Issued 20 Pesos note that rarely is seen at auction and is offered by us for the first time. An extremely attractive and high-grade Kuwait Currency Board, 1960-1961, Complete First Issue Set of 5 Banknotes is offered and rarely seen is this high of condition; as well as Mexico, which is highlighted by a 500 Pesos, Banco De San Luis Potosi, ND (1897-1913), Face and Back Proofs, both PMG grading Gem Unc 66 EPQ.
The second session includes U.S. Banknotes, Scripophily, Historic Ephemera and Security Printing Ephemera. Highlights include an attractive collection of over 50 obsolete banknotes including a desirable selection of Louisiana obsoletes featuring a $1000, Citizens Bank of Louisiana; a Kansas Territory, State Bank, Lecompton, K.T., 1856, $2, KS-55 G4a, Whitfield 334 issued obsolete; and dozens of attractive notes. U.S. Large type is highlighted by a small National Banknote Collection including a Mechanics National Bank of Philadelphia, 1875, $1, Ch#610; and a small collection of 5 different 1929 Nevada Nationals including notes from Ely, Eureka, Reno and Winnemucca, Nevada; as well as dozens of additional rare and attractive notes.
Scripophily is represented by over 300 lots including banking, mining, navigation, foreign and U.S. issued and specimen stocks and bonds that includes many desirable and rare issues rarely offered at auction.
We are now working on our Summer and Fall 2018 auctions and are seeking consignments for these 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.
PLEASE CONTACT US TO REGISTER FOR LIVE BIDDING OR ABSENTEE BIDDING AT:

PH: 1-201-944-4800
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Snail Mail: Archives International Auctions
1580 Lemoine Ave., Suite 7, Fort Lee, NJ 07670

The auction will take place on Wednesday, May 23rd, 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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Philippines. So Called Wilson Dollar, 1920, Medal, HK-449.541 - Philippines. So Called Wilson Dollar, 1920, Medal, HK-449.
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Philippines. Silver Medal 1920. PCGS AU-55.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for (350.00) = 350.00
 
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Philippines. Tamaraw, 1987, 200 Piso, KM-248.542 - Philippines. Tamaraw, 1987, 200 Piso, KM-248.
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Philippines. Silver 200 Piso 1987. NGC PF-68 Ultra Cameo. 25000 minted.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 180.00
Sold to floor for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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Straits Settlements, 1897 1 Cent, ICCS EF-45.543 - Straits Settlements, 1897 1 Cent, ICCS EF-45.
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Straits Settlements, 1897 1 Cent, ICCS EF-45.
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 50.00 | Estimate : 75.00 - 125.00
 
 
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State of Massachusetts Bay, 1780 6% Bond.544 - State of Massachusetts Bay, 1780 6% Bond.
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Massachusetts, January 1st, 1780, £301 Pounds, payable to John Walker on or before 1783. S/N 261, Prices when paid would be equivalent to the c...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 600.00 - 900.00
Sold to j***6 for (425.00) = 425.00
 
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City of Mobile, 1873 Scrip Note Pair.545 - City of Mobile, 1873 Scrip Note Pair.
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Mobile, Alabama. Lot of 2 notes, Includes 25cts and 50cts denominations, similar designs, allegorical young Liberty women with headbands with stars at
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 100.00 | Estimate : 140.00 - 250.00
 
 
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Southern Obsolete Quartet.546 - Southern Obsolete Quartet.
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Lot of 4 notes, Includes Alabama, 1863, $1 AU/Unc.; North Carolina, 1962, 25 and 50 cts; and 1861, $1, all Fine to Choice fine.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 75.00 - 120.00
Sold to l*******c for (50.00) = 50.00
 
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ANA Specimen 1983 reprint of Gold Rush Era, Banking House of  F. Argenti & Co.547 - ANA Specimen 1983 reprint of Gold Rush Era, Banking House of F. Argenti & Co.
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San Francisco, CA. 1983 (Reprint of 1850 Note, $100, Modern reprint of this rare note, sailing ships and standing Justice, Specimen overprint on lowe
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to m******l for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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State of Florida, $2 1864, Cr-39, Issued Obsolete Banknote548 - State of Florida, $2 1864, Cr-39, Issued Obsolete Banknote
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Tallahassee, FL. $2, Cr-39, Issued Obsolete, train, red "TWO", VF, foxing in the margins. K&B.
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 180.00 | Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
 
 
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State Bank, Lecompton, K.T., 1856 Issued Obsolete Banknote.549 - State Bank, Lecompton, K.T., 1856 Issued Obsolete Banknote.
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Lecompton, KS. Nov. 1, 1856, State Bank, $2, KS-55 G4a, Whitfield 334. Issued obsolete banknote (possibly contemporarily filled out but the bank is
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 750.00 - 1,500.00
Sold to floor for (800.00) = 800.00
 
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Bank of Louisiana, 1862 Issued Obsolete Banknote.550 - Bank of Louisiana, 1862 Issued Obsolete Banknote.
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New Orleans, Louisiana. 1862, $20, Cr-L-555, Hx-75-G16b, Issued banknote, black printing with blue protector underprint, figure riding horse top middl
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 220.00
Sold to floor for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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Baton Rouge, Grosse-Tete & Opelousas, 1873 Issued Obsolete Banknote.551 - Baton Rouge, Grosse-Tete & Opelousas, 1873 Issued Obsolete Banknote.
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Baton Rouge, LA- Baton Rouge, Grosse-Tete & Opelousas Railroad Company $1 July 1, 1873, Issued obsolete banknote, black on red, small train over...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 450.00 - 600.00
Sold to floor for (375.00) = 375.00
 
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Canal Bank, 1840-50s (Reprinted in 1981 by ABN) ABN Archives Reprint $5000 Obsolete banknote Group.552 - Canal Bank, 1840-50s (Reprinted in 1981 by ABN) ABN Archives Reprint $5000 Obsolete banknote Group.
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New Orleans, LA. Lot of 25 notes, all with ABN imprints on back. All in Gem Uncirculated condition. RWHE (Reprinted in 1981). ABNC.
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
Sold to b*******n for (75.00) = 75.00
 
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Citizens' Bank of Louisiana. 18xx (ca.1840's) $1000 Unissued Obsolete Banknote.553 - Citizens' Bank of Louisiana. 18xx (ca.1840's) $1000 Unissued Obsolete Banknote.
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New Orleans, Louisiana. $1000, Hx-15-G54b, S-200-G250, Remainder banknote, face printed in black without underprint, allegorical woman with flag, cap
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 350.00 - 500.00
Sold to y****m for (300.00) = 300.00
 
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Exchange Banking Co. of New Orleans, 1840 Issued Obsolete Banknote.554 - Exchange Banking Co. of New Orleans, 1840 Issued Obsolete Banknote.
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New Orleans, Louisiana. 1840, $5, Cr-E-901, Hx-55-G4, Issued banknote, black printing without underprint, helmeted cameo portraits top middle flank ch
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
Sold to floor for (200.00) = 200.00
 
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Mechanics & Traders Bank, CD, 18xx (ca.1850-60's) Remainder Obsolete Banknote.555 - Mechanics & Traders Bank, CD, 18xx (ca.1850-60's) Remainder Obsolete Banknote.
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New Orleans, Louisiana. $2, Cr-M-154, Hx-85-Unl, Remainder banknote, black printing with green underprint, allegorical woman at left, men placing bale
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 375.00 - 500.00
Sold to floor for (325.00) = 325.00
 
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New Orleans Canal and Banking Co., 18xx (ca.1840's) Remainder Obsolete Banknote.556 - New Orleans Canal and Banking Co., 18xx (ca.1840's) Remainder Obsolete Banknote.
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New Orleans, Louisiana. $100, Cr-N-338Hx-105-G52, Remainder banknote, black printing without underprint, helmeted cameo portraits top middle flank mid
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 160.00 - 250.00
Sold to floor for (110.00) = 110.00
 
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New Orleans Canal and Banking Co., 18xx (ca.1840's) Remainder Obsolete Banknote.557 - New Orleans Canal and Banking Co., 18xx (ca.1840's) Remainder Obsolete Banknote.
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New Orleans, Louisiana. $50, Cr-N-316Hx-105-G40, Remainder banknote, face printed in black without underprint, helmeted cameo portraits top middle and
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to floor for (80.00) = 80.00
 
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New Orleans. Canal Bank, $5000 Specimen ANA 1981 New Orleans Souvenir Card.558 - New Orleans. Canal Bank, $5000 Specimen ANA 1981 New Orleans Souvenir Card.
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New Orleans, LA. Lot of 2 Specimen ANA, 1981 cards, Both with $5000 Canal Bank note, ca.1840-50's with no record of any surviving, both cards wi...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 230.00 - 350.00
Sold to m******l for (140.00) = 140.00
 
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Parish of Carroll, Military Assessment, $100,000, 1862 Issued Obsolete Scrip Note.559 - Parish of Carroll, Military Assessment, $100,000, 1862 Issued Obsolete Scrip Note.
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Louisiana. $1, Cr-P-218, Hx-Unl. Black printing with no underprint, ornate lettering, blank back, S/N 4016, Choice VF condition, Text on face states...
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Start Price : 140.00 | Estimate : 200.00 - 300.00
 
 
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Parish of Iberville, 1862 Issued Obsolete Scrip Note.560 - Parish of Iberville, 1862 Issued Obsolete Scrip Note.
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Plaquemine, Louisiana. $3, Hx-Unl, Standing allegorical woman on left, double black line border, S/M 2356, edge tear on left middle that could be repa
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 240.00 - 350.00
Sold to floor for (160.00) = 160.00
 
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