Standard Chartered Bank, 1970–1975 (ND), "Blue House" / "Smurf" issue, PMG 40.
Product Description
Standard Chartered Bank Hong Kong 50 Dollar Banknote, 1970-1975, Pick #75a, Serial Number B0210855; The obverse features the Standard Chartered Bank headquarters building and the royal double lion emblem, with "Hong Kong" written vertically on both sides, and "50 Dollars" in both Chinese and English. It includes the signatures of the accountant and manager, and features a warrior's head watermark in the background. The reverse depicts bank buildings along Victoria Harbour and mountain scenery. Printed by TDLR (Taiwan Banknote Printing and Minting Corporation) in the UK, this is a classic blue old-version 50 Dollar banknote from the 1970s.
Authenticated and sealed by PMG (Professional Markings and Grading Center):
- Grade 40 Extremely Fine: Overall image and text are intact, engraving lines are clear, slight wear from circulation, no tears or damage; the seal bears an independent authentication number, which can be verified online at the PMG website by entering the number.
- Exclusive sealed grading case: Isolates dust and moisture, preventing oxidation and discoloration, preserving the banknote's current condition for a long time.
Specifications
| Issued | 1970-1975, Standard Chartered Bank (Hong Kong) |
|---|---|
| Face Value | 50 Dollars |
| Version | Pick 75a |
| Printer | Thomas De La Rue & Company (TDLR) |
| Watermark | Warrior's Head |
| Serial Number | B0210855 |
| Grading | PMG 40 Extremely Fine |
| Authentication Number | 2023943-045 |
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