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New Zealand 1975 - 1 Dollar Knight Signature Replacement Star Note Serial Y91304453* (Pick 163c*)

Graded PMG 66 EPQ Gem Uncirculated, the note survives in exceptional condition, with full originality, strong embossing, and sharp printed detail. The Exceptional Paper Quality designation confirms that the paper retains its original character and has not been impaired by pressing or alteration. In this grade, the piece stands not merely as a high-quality survivor of the Knight period, but as a refined reference example of a New Zealand Replacement Star Note-an issue whose importance lies in its combination of everyday design, hidden production purpose, and fully preserved state. Read more →

New Zealand 1975 - 2 Dollars Knight Signature TDLR Overprint Specimen No. 006 Serial 2J5000000 (Pick 164cs)

Graded PMG 65 EPQ Gem Uncirculated, the note retains full originality, strong embossing, and sharp ink definition. The Exceptional Paper Quality designation confirms undisturbed paper structure and complete preservation, presenting a well-preserved specimen from the Knight signature period. Read more →

New Zealand 1975 - 5 Dollars Knight Signature TDLR Overprint Specimen No. 007 Serial 1050000000 (Pick 165cs)

Graded PMG 64 Choice Uncirculated, the note retains strong paper originality, clear embossing, and balanced color integrity. The definition of the overprint, the clarity of both oval control stamps, and the intact punch cancellation together present a technically complete and well-preserved specimen from the Knight signature period. Read more →

New Zealand 1975 - 10 Dollars Knight Signature TDLR Overprint Specimen No. 019 Serial 15Y0000000 (Pick 166cs)

Graded PMG 67 EPQ Superb Gem Uncirculated, the note exhibits exceptional paper originality, strong embossing, and outstanding color fidelity. The sharp overprint, clearly defined oval control stamps, and intact punch cancellation together present a technically complete and visually superior specimen from the Knight signature period. Read more →

New Zealand 1975 - 20 Dollars Knight Signature TDLR Overprint Specimen No. 019 Serial BS0000000 (Pick 167cs)

Graded PMG 66 EPQ Gem Uncirculated, the note retains full paper originality, strong embossing, and balanced color integrity. The sharp overprint, well-defined oval control stamps, and intact punch cancellation together present a technically complete and visually refined specimen from the Knight signature period. Read more →

New Zealand 1977 - 1 Dollar Hardie Signature TDLR Overprint Specimen No. 020 Serial E250000000 (Pick 163ds)

Graded PMG 66 EPQ Gem Uncirculated, and recorded with no examples in higher grades at the time of cataloging, this note represents the top certified population for the type. It retains full paper originality, strong embossing, and clear ink definition. The sharp overprint, well-defined oval control stamps, and intact punch cancellation together present a technically complete and visually refined specimen from the Hardie signature period. Read more →

New Zealand 1977 - 1 Dollar Hardie Signature Issued Note Serial K26161311 (Pick 163d)

Graded PMG 64 Choice Uncirculated, the note retains strong paper integrity, clear embossing, and balanced color preservation. The sharpness of the engraving and the overall technical quality of the paper and print reflect the mature production standards of Thomas De La Rue during the late phase of the decimal series. Read more →

New Zealand 1981 - 1 Dollar H.R. Hardie Signature Vertical Perforated Specimen Serial AAA000000 (Pick 169as)

Graded PMG 65 EPQ Gem Uncirculated, the note retains full originality, sharp embossing, and strong color integrity. The clarity of the horizontal overprint, the precision of the vertical perforated 'SPECIMEN' markings on both sides, and the absence of additional cancellation methods together define a clean and technically distinct specimen type within the New Zealand decimal series. Read more →

New Zealand 1981 - 1 Dollar H.R. Hardie Signature Issued Note Serial AAA000662 (Pick 169a)

Graded PMG 67 EPQ Superb Gem Uncirculated, the note stands at the highest tier of preservation, exhibiting full originality, strong embossing, and exceptional color clarity. The Exceptional Paper Quality designation confirms undisturbed paper integrity and complete preservation of original manufacturing characteristics, placing this example among the finest known for the type. Read more →

New Zealand 1981 - 1 Dollar H.R. Hardie Signature Printer’s Annotation Specimen Star Serial AA000000* (Pick 169as)

Graded PMG 65 EPQ Gem Uncirculated with Printer’s Annotations noted on the holder, the note retains full paper originality, strong embossing, and clear design integrity despite its working-stage markings. The combination of star serial, handwritten rejection note, and non-standard cancellation defines it as a unique and highly informative example of banknote production methodology. Read more →

Luxembourg Undated - 100 Francs Back Photographic Proof, Composition Study (Pick Unlisted)

Printed in monochrome, the proof isolates tonal hierarchy and structural relationships, allowing evaluation of foreground detail, architectural depth, and surrounding ornament without the influence of color. Denomination placement and border geometry are already established, indicating a late-stage layout study approaching finalization. Read more →

Luxembourg 1966 - 20 Francs Issued Note (Pick 54a)

Serial number J434707 appears in standard dual placement in red, confirming regular production rather than specimen or replacement format. This note represents the final executed stage of the production chain documented across the series: photographic proofs define composition, trials refine structure and color, and issued notes such as this confirm full realization in circulation form. Read more →