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

Auction Details

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
FAX: 1-201-871-4345
Web: www.archivesinternational.com
Email: info@archivesinternational.com

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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Central Bank of China, ca.1941-45 Uniface Essay Proof Back101 - Central Bank of China, ca.1941-45 Uniface Essay Proof Back
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China. 5 Yuan, Similar to P-389, Unlisted Uniface Back Essay Design missing central vignette of junks at center and text in middle bottom with date an
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 500.00 - 700.00
Sold to i*****5 for (425.00) = 425.00
 
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Central Bank of China, 1949 Essay Specimen Banknote.102 - Central Bank of China, 1949 Essay Specimen Banknote.
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China, 1949, 500,000 Gold Yuan, Series OOA, P-Unlisted, (Previously given P-425Apef and P-425Apeb by PMG) (S/M#302-). Uniface front and back specimen
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 1,600.00
Sold to j******C for (850.00) = 850.00
 
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Farmers Bank of China, 1937 (ND 1940) Third Provisional Issue Banknote.103 - Farmers Bank of China, 1937 (ND 1940) Third Provisional Issue Banknote.
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China, ND (1940 - Old date 1937), 10 Yuan, P-471 (S/M #C290-67), Issued banknote, printed on Szechuen Provincial Bank, P-S2824. Purple and m/c with bu
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 375.00 | Estimate : 450.00 - 600.00
 
 
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National Industrial Bank of China, 1924 & 1931 "Shanghai" Branch Issue Pair.104 - National Industrial Bank of China, 1924 & 1931 "Shanghai" Branch Issue Pair.
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Shanghai, China, Lot of 2 notes, Includes 1924,5 Yuan, P-526b S/M#C291-2a, Red on m/c, Choice Fine to Almost VF, additional markings and overprints; a
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 400.00
Sold to c********u for (130.00) = 130.00
 
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Ningpo Commercial Bank, 1925 "Shanghai Branch" Issue Banknote.105 - Ningpo Commercial Bank, 1925 "Shanghai Branch" Issue Banknote.
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Shanghai, China. $1, P-546A S/M#S107 Issued banknote, Red on black underprint, bank at center, back is black but is listed as red in the catalog, eith
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 950.00 | Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
 
 
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Bank of Territorial Development, 1915, "Manchuria" Issued Note106 - Bank of Territorial Development, 1915, "Manchuria" Issued Note
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Manchuria, China, issued 20 Cents, P-571, PCGS Currency graded Very Fine 30. Ex-Ruth W. Hill Collection.
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Start Price : 250.00 | Estimate : 350.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Interest Bearing Treasury Note, 1920 Issue Banknote.107 - Interest Bearing Treasury Note, 1920 Issue Banknote.
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China. 5 Yuan, P-628b S/M#T185-11b Issued banknote, Gray-green with black overprint at right, S/N 0492136, PMG graded Choice About Uncirculated 58 EPQ
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 70.00 | Estimate : 120.00 - 200.00
 
 
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People's Bank of China, 1949 Issue Sequential Pair.108 - People's Bank of China, 1949 Issue Sequential Pair.
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China. Lot of 2 sequential banknotes, 10,000 Yuan, P-854c, S/M#C282-66, Issued banknotes, Dark green on light green and light yellow, Roman Numeral Bl
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 700.00 - 1,200.00
Sold to floor for (1,050.00) = 1,050.00
 
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People's Bank of China, 1949 Issue.109 - People's Bank of China, 1949 Issue.
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China. 10,000 Yuan, P-854c, S/M#C282-66, Issued banknote, Dark green on light green and light yellow, Roman Numeral Block 3-1-2, S/N 68105065, Wmk: Tr
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 400.00 - 600.00
Sold to c********u for (475.00) = 475.00
 
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People's Bank of China, 1950 Issue Banknote.110 - People's Bank of China, 1950 Issue Banknote.
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China, 50,000 Yuan, P-855 KYJ-C157a S/M#C282-, Issued banknote, Combine Harvesting at left, S/N 65136583 Block II I III, WMK: Ryoka, comes with PCGS h
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Start Price : 5,500.00 | Estimate : 7,000.00 - 12,500.00
 
 
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People's Bank of China, 1953 issue.111 - People's Bank of China, 1953 issue.
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China, 2 Yuan, P-867 S/M#C283-11, Issued banknote, Green, Block 582, S/N 0316844, Wmk: Stars & Wings, PMG graded Very Fine 30, with note of pr...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 250.00 - 500.00
Sold to j****7 for (160.00) = 160.00
 
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People's Bank of China, 1953, Issue Banknote.112 - People's Bank of China, 1953, Issue Banknote.
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China, 1953, 3 Yuan, P-868, S/M#C283-12, Green on light yellow green underprint, Wmk: Star & Wings, S/N 2853671 Block X-V-I, PMG graded Very Fin...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 1,000.00 - 2,000.00
Sold to U*******H for (950.00) = 950.00
 
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People's Bank of China, 1953, Issue Banknote.113 - People's Bank of China, 1953, Issue Banknote.
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China, 1953, 3 Yuan, P-868, S/M#C283-12, KYJ-C210a, Green on light yellow green underprint, Wmk: Star & Bird Wings, S/N 8083059 Block IV I V, PC...
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 3,250.00 - 4,500.00
Sold to floor for (3,000.00) = 3,000.00
 
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Peoples Bank of China, 1956 Issue Banknote.114 - Peoples Bank of China, 1956 Issue Banknote.
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China. 1956, 1 Yuan, P-871 (S/M#C283-40), Issued banknote, Wmk: Open Star, S/N 2203251 Block 213, PMG graded Very Fine 30 NET with note of previously
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 120.00 - 240.00
Sold to j****7 for (130.00) = 130.00
 
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Peoples Bank of China, 1956 Issue Banknote.115 - Peoples Bank of China, 1956 Issue Banknote.
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China, 1956, 5 Yuan, P-872, S/M#C283-43, Issued banknote, Wmk: Open Star, S/N 6999467 Block 543, PMG graded Extremely Fine 40 with note of previously
Bidding Has Concluded
Start Price : 350.00 | Estimate : 450.00 - 650.00
 
 
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People's Bank of China, 1980 "Printing Error" Issue.116 - People's Bank of China, 1980 "Printing Error" Issue.
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China, 10 Yuan, P-887. Pre-printing paper fold "Printing Error". Located on the right side of the face, PMG graded Very Fine 25.
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Start Price : 2,500.00 | Estimate : 3,000.00 - 3,500.00
 
 
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Central Reserve Bank of China, 1940 Proof Banknote.117 - Central Reserve Bank of China, 1940 Proof Banknote.
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China, 10 Yuan, P-J12p S/M#C297-32 Proof Face Banknote, Blue on light green and orange, SYS in middle, large excess margins, blank back, PMG graded Ab
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Start Price : 280.00 | Estimate : 350.00 - 500.00
 
 
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Various Vignettes, ND (ca. 1920s-1960s), Quintet of Vignette Pieces118 - Various Vignettes, ND (ca. 1920s-1960s), Quintet of Vignette Pieces
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China, group of 5 vignettes and other design elements, includes a piece (ca. 1940) featuring a dragon head; a second piece (ca. 1920) with text elemen
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 100.00 - 200.00
Sold to p****e for (65.00) = 65.00
 
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Bank of Taiwan, 1946 Sequential High Grade Banknote Pair.119 - Bank of Taiwan, 1946 Sequential High Grade Banknote Pair.
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Taiwan. Lot of 2 sequential notes, Both are 500 Yuan, P-1940, Issued banknote pair, Red, SYS in middle, bank building at left with car in front, back
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 230.00 - 350.00
Sold to l******y for (160.00) = 160.00
 
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Bank of Taiwan, 1946 Sequential High Grade Banknote Pair.120 - Bank of Taiwan, 1946 Sequential High Grade Banknote Pair.
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Taiwan. Lot of 2 sequential notes, Both are 500 Yuan, P-1940, Issued banknote pair, Red, SYS in middle, bank building at left with car in front, back
Bidding Has Concluded
Estimate : 280.00 - 400.00
Sold to l******y for (220.00) = 220.00
 
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