1929 HSBC 1 dollar soldier head PMG 58
Product Description
This 1929 Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) One Dollar banknote, Pick #172b, serial number E383257, was printed by the British company BWC. The watermark features a samurai head. It is a classic Hong Kong One Dollar from the early Republic of China era.
The obverse features a portrait of Athena, the bank's name in both Chinese and English, and the general manager's signature. The reverse features a portrait of Liberty holding a torch, with the Chinese characters for "One Dollar" vertically arranged on either side. The lower right corner is engraved with the coat of arms of Hong Kong. The engraving is meticulous and richly detailed, and its surviving quantity is extremely limited.
Certified and encapsulated by PMG, a leading international banknote authentication and encapsulation authority:
- Grade: 58 Choice About Uncirculated. The paper is pristine white and sturdy, with original ink rich and vibrant. Only very slight signs of circulation are present. Overall, it is in excellent condition.
- Includes a unique security seal with a QR code, which can be scanned online at the PMG website to verify authenticity.
- High-transparency protective casing completely isolates the banknote from dust, moisture, and hand sweat, permanently protecting its condition.
Specifications
| Issued | January 1, 1929, Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation |
|---|---|
| Face Value | One Dollar |
| Printing Method | Pick #172b |
| Printer | Boulton, Wilkinson & Co. (BWC), UK |
| Watermark | Warrior's Head |
| Serial Number | E383257 |
| Grading | PMG 58 Choice About Uncirculated |
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