Consecutive serial numbers (near-identical pair), 1983 HSBC $100, Carmine, AUNC condition; listed price is for the pair.
Product Overview
A pair of consecutive-numbered HK$100 "Red Lion" banknotes issued by The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation on March 31, 1983 (Serial Nos. YH222322 and YH222323). The obverse features the HSBC lion-and-unicorn coat of arms, the bank's name in both Chinese and English, and the signatures of two executives. The reverse depicts a pair of red lions alongside the bank's former headquarters building, with an octagonal window containing a dragon-pattern security design. This is a classic Hong Kong "Red Hundred" banknote.
The banknotes retain their original color and crisp engraved lines; they are in original circulated condition, free from repairs or major damage. As a consecutive-numbered set, they are particularly collectible and hold significant value for enthusiasts of classic Hong Kong currency.
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Specifications
| Issuer | The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (1983) |
|---|---|
| Face Value | One Hundred Dollars (HK$100) |
| Issue Date | March 31, 1983 |
| Serial Numbers | YH222322, YH222323 (Consecutive pair) |
| Design Features | Twin red lions, former HSBC headquarters building, octagonal dragon-pattern security design |
| Condition | Original circulated condition; colors well-preserved |
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