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Auction 4043  –  9 May 2023

Heritage Auctions, Auction 4043

The Ibrahim Salem Banknote Collection

Tu, 09.05.2023, from 6:00 PM CEST
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Description

Gibraltar Government of Gibraltar 5 Pounds = 5 Libras 6.8.1914 Pick 9s Specimen PMG About Uncirculated 53. An extremely rare Specimen representing the second wave of wartime notes. The issued notes were released to avoid payments of silver and gold. Unlike the previous issues, these notes were engraved with alluring details, strong inks, and an image of the coat of arms. This Uniface Specimen is also seen with a Cancelled perforation and a small purple Specimen overprint. Stains and previous mounting are mentioned for accuracy, even with such comments that does not negate the rarity if this note. This Specimen holds the sole grade in the PMG Population Report, making this a prime opportunity to add such a rare piece to any collection. From the Ibrahim Salem Collection HID09801242017 © 2022 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved

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Price realized 19'000 USD
Starting price 7'500 USD
Estimate 12'000 USD
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