1964 HSBC $100 Hong Kong Dollar — PMG 35 (Low Grade)

Product Overview

1964 The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) $100 banknote (Pick#183a, KNB70a-g; Serial No. 673185 UH). The obverse features the iconic "Goddess of Learning" in a red robe, the bank's name in both Chinese and English, the denomination ($100), the bank's emblem, and dual signatures. The reverse depicts the old HSBC headquarters building and an eagle relief. It features a watermark of a samurai's head and the numeral "100." Printed by Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co. (BWC) in the UK, this is the classic "Red-Robed Goddess" $100 note from the 1960s.

Certified and encapsulated by PMG (Paper Money Guaranty), a leading international authority in banknote grading:

• Graded **35 Choice Very Fine** (a circulated note in excellent condition); the design and text remain fully legible. It shows signs of normal circulation, such as creases and slight age-related toning, but has no tears or major holes. The label details the issuing authority, variety, printer, watermark, and serial number; a unique QR code on the back allows for online verification of authenticity via the PMG website.
• Encased in a professional, transparent, and sealed holder that protects against dust, oxidation, fingerprints, and smudges, ensuring the long-term preservation of the note's current condition.

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