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Part of: 10 Rupees — Reserve Bank of India (4.5.1)

10 Rupees

4.5.1

PMCS15Serial G77 800000
10 Rupees

This example

Grade
PMCS15
Serial
G77 800000
Realised
Estimate
3,50,000-4,00,000
Sold
Marudhar Arts
Denomination10 Rupees
ReferencesJ&R 4.5.1
IssuerReserve Bank of India
SignatoryC. D. Deshmukh / C. E. Jones / C. W. C. Carson / J. B. Taylor / P. C. Bhattacharya
WatermarkGeorge VI
Description

British India, 1938, 10 Rupees, 800000, King George VI, Super Fancy Serial Number, Signed by J.B. Taylor, G Prefix, S. No. G77 800000, (KJ & RR # 4.5.1), holes, folds, stains, piece missing, pencil marks, tears, graded by PMCS as 15 Fine, Exceedingly Rare. Note: The beauty of this banknote’s unique serial number is extraordinary. In it, the prefix G77 is considered as 777, since G is the 7 th letter of the English alphabet. This feature allows the serial number to be read as 777-800000 which is considered as super-fancy. The bespoke circulation quality with spots and stains, graffiti, and other wear and tear on the note is testament to its authenticity. A magnificent stunner of immense rarity, it is attractive for both fancy number & British India banknote collectors. This is the first time it is being offered in any auction in the world.

Auction record

House
Marudhar Arts
Auction
Auction 33
Lot
635
10 Rupees · 4.5.1 · Lot