1941 HSBC 10 dollar large cotton note PMG 55
- 1941 HSBC $10 "Big Cotton Quilt" (Large-Format) Banknote
- PMG 55 This 1941 Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) $10 banknote (Pick# 178c) is the classic "Big Cotton Quilt" large-format edition, printed by Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co. (BWC). The obverse features an elegant portrait of a goddess, while the reverse displays an exquisite architectural depiction of the HSBC headquarters; the design is ornate and rich in historical character. Condition Highlights: Graded PMG 55 (About Uncirculated); the note is in excellent condition, approaching uncirculated status, with well-preserved paper quality and natural, vivid colors. Serial Number: S471051 (Version without serial number on the reverse). Encased in an original PMG holder for protection. This note is a representative example of early HSBC high-denomination currency in Hong Kong. Known as the "Big Cotton Quilt" due to its substantial size and thickness, it offers a distinctive tactile feel. It is a highly sought-after item among Hong Kong numismatic collectors, possessing significant historical and collectible value.