A Collection of World Banknotes, Including China, Zaire, and Mozambique
A collection of international paper currency from various issuers and periods. The group includes a 1953 People's Republic of China 1 fen note with a truck vignette, bearing the serial number VI 8180436. African issues are represented by a 1979 Banque du Zaire 1 zaire note featuring a portrait of Mobutu Sese Seko, serial number CA 6132126 T, and a 1961 Banco de Mocambique 100 escudos note depicting Aires de Ornelas, serial number C52239112. Also present is an 1898 Imperial Russian 1 ruble note and a 100 sum note from Uzbekistan. Additional notes include a 2021 Syria 200 pounds note, a 5 karbovantsiv note from Ukraine, Mongolian tugrik issues, and a 20 kwacha note from Zambia. The banknotes feature various security and decorative elements, including guilloché patterns, watermarks, and multi-colour printing.
Condition Report:
The collection exhibits a range of conditions. The 1898 Russian 1 ruble note and the Ukrainian 5 karbovantsiv note show significant signs of circulation, including soft corners, multiple heavy folds, and surface staining. The Syrian 200 pounds and Chinese 1 fen notes appear in uncirculated or extremely fine condition with sharp edges and crisp paper. The Zaire and Mozambique notes show light handling with minor corner softness. No professional grading slabs or protective sleeves are present.
A collection of international paper currency from various issuers and periods. The group includes a 1953 People's Republic of China 1 fen note with a truck vignette, bearing the serial number VI 8180436. African issues are represented by a 1979 Banque du Zaire 1 zaire note featuring a portrait of Mobutu Sese Seko, serial number CA 6132126 T, and a 1961 Banco de Mocambique 100 escudos note depicting Aires de Ornelas, serial number C52239112. Also present is an 1898 Imperial Russian 1 ruble note and a 100 sum note from Uzbekistan. Additional notes include a 2021 Syria 200 pounds note, a 5 karbovantsiv note from Ukraine, Mongolian tugrik issues, and a 20 kwacha note from Zambia. The banknotes feature various security and decorative elements, including guilloché patterns, watermarks, and multi-colour printing.
Condition Report:
The collection exhibits a range of conditions. The 1898 Russian 1 ruble note and the Ukrainian 5 karbovantsiv note show significant signs of circulation, including soft corners, multiple heavy folds, and surface staining. The Syrian 200 pounds and Chinese 1 fen notes appear in uncirculated or extremely fine condition with sharp edges and crisp paper. The Zaire and Mozambique notes show light handling with minor corner softness. No professional grading slabs or protective sleeves are present.
