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Luxembourg 1982 — 1000 Francs Specimen (Pick 52bs, Grand Duchess Charlotte)

Specimen of the 1982 one thousand francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, representing the highest denomination prepared within this short-lived contingency series featuring Grand Duchess Charlotte. As the apex denomination, the 1000 Francs defines the full technical and visual ambition of the issue, combining the most complex engraving, the highest value tier, and the most advanced security layout of the set. This example carries serial number A000000 094, presented in the standard specimen format with dual serial placement at left and right. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1982 — 1000 Francs Color Trial Specimen (Pick 52bcts, Grand Duchess Charlotte)

Color trial specimen of the 1982 one thousand francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, representing the experimental color phase of the highest denomination prepared within this contingency series. As the top denomination, the 1000 Francs carries the full complexity of the design system, and in color trial form, it exposes the decision layer behind the final adopted palette. This example carries serial number A000000 13 in standard specimen format, with duplicated placement at left and right. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1982 — 1000 Francs Proof (Pick 52bp, Grand Duchess Charlotte)

Plate proof of the 1982 one thousand francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, representing the earliest finalized stage of the design before specimen marking, color testing, or production handling. As the highest denomination of the series, this proof captures the complete engraving program at its purest state—prior to overprints, serial application, or cancellation. Printed by Bradbury, Wilkinson & Company, Limited, the note displays the full intaglio structure exactly as prepared for final production. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1982 — 500 Francs Specimen (Pick 52as, Grand Duchess Charlotte)

Specimen of the 1982 five hundred francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, forming the structural backbone denomination within the unissued contingency series. While the 1000 Francs defines the apex, the 500 Francs represents the operational core of the intended circulation system, designed for real transactional use had the issue been released. This example carries serial number A000000 096, presented in standard specimen format with duplicated placement at left and right. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1982 — 500 Francs Proof (Pick 52ap, Grand Duchess Charlotte)

Plate proof of the 1982 five hundred francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, representing the finalized engraving stage prior to specimen marking, color testing, or production handling. As the primary working denomination within the intended series, the 500 Francs proof defines the practical structure of the design before any production-layer modifications were introduced. Printed by Bradbury, Wilkinson & Company, Limited, the note presents the complete design in its pure form, without overprints, serial numbering, or cancellation. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1970 — 100 Francs Archival Gridlines Calibration Specimen (Pick 56s, Serial D170001)

Archival calibration specimen of the 1970 one hundred francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, produced during the Belgian Luxembourg Economic Union period and printed by Thomas De La Rue & Company, London. Unlike standard specimen notes bearing placeholder serials, this example carries a live production-format serial number D170001, linking it directly to an active print batch within the manufacturing process. Across the full surface, original blue registration gridlines remain visible. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 20 March 1970 — 100 Francs Face Photographic Proof (Pick Unlisted, Grand Duke Jean)

Face-side photographic proof of the 1970 one hundred francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, produced as part of the final design validation process prior to full printing. This example presents the complete obverse layout in monochrome, mounted on archival cardstock, and retains full design clarity without color application. The note displays serial number A000000 in dual placement, consistent with specimen-format numbering used for internal production and review material. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 24 February 1970 — 100 Francs Back Photographic Proof (Pick Unlisted)

Back-side photographic proof of the 1970 one hundred francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, produced during the final design validation stage prior to full printing. The image is presented in monochrome and mounted on archival cardstock, preserving the complete reverse composition without color separation. A handwritten production annotation dated 24 February 1970 is visible along the lower margin, providing a direct reference to the internal review timeline. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1970 — 100 Francs Specimen (Pick 56s)

Specimen of the issued 1970 one hundred francs type of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, bearing a red SPECIMEN overprint and circular punch hole cancellation across the central signature area. The note carries serial number A000000 in dual placement, consistent with specimen-format control numbering used for internal distribution and archival reference. The punch hole cancellation serves as the primary method of invalidation, physically rendering the note non-circulating while preserving the full design. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1970 — 100 Francs Color Trial Specimen (Pick 56cts)

Color trial specimen of the 1970 one hundred francs issue of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, produced during the development phase of the Grand Duke Jean series. This example is executed in an alternative blue-toned palette rather than the green coloration adopted for circulation, representing a controlled press trial used to evaluate tonal hierarchy, engraving clarity, and denomination contrast. The note carries serial number A000000 33, applied within the standard specimen numbering format. ... Read more →

Luxembourg 1970 — 100 Francs Issued Note (Pick 56a)

Issued 1970 one hundred francs note of the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg, representing the finalized and circulating form of the Grand Duke Jean series within the Belgian Luxembourg Economic Union framework. This example, serial A143655, reflects the completed execution of a design system that balanced national identity with the technical demands of a shared currency environment. The note embodies the mature stage of late twentieth-century European banknote production. ... Read more →

Mauritius ND (1940) — Government of Mauritius 1 Rupee Uncut Pair Remainder (Pick 26r1)

Uncut vertical pair of Government of Mauritius 1 Rupee remainder notes on ND (1940) paper, cataloged as Pick 26r1 (remainder of the Pick 26 issue type). Two impressions aligned head-to-tail with circular punch cancels; printed in green and rose with the national coat of arms at left and a right-facing portrait at right. Remainders document the production stage between plate approval and issued stock. ... Read more →