A pair of Year of the Monkey commemorative banknotes (Bank of China Macau and Banco Nacional Ultramarino Macau) with matching serial numbers; sold only as a set.

Product Description

This set of two 2016 Year of the Monkey Macao Zodiac Commemorative Polymer Banknotes (one from Bank of China and one from Banco Nacional Ultramarino), paired with the same serial number range：Bank of China serial number 09681682, Banco Nacional Ultramarino serial number 09861682. There is no pick number. This is the first collectible in Macao's zodiac series.

Both banknotes feature a traditional paper-cut monkey holding a peach on the obverse, accompanied by a zodiac wheel and the character "福" (fortune). The reverses feature iconic Macao landmarks, traditional temples, and children playing in celebration of the Spring Festival. The polymer banknotes have a color-changing security feature and are legal tender in Macao.

Both banknotes in the set have been certified and sealed by PCGS Gold Shield, an internationally recognized authority in the field:

• Unified grading: 67 OPQ Superb Gem UNC (Top-Tier Uncirculated Perfection). OPQ represents the original, high-quality polymer substrate, free of creases and stains, with complete and vibrant colors, and sharp, intact engraving lines. Each banknote has an independent two-dimensional verification code on the seal, allowing online access to the authentication record and verification of authenticity.

• High-transparency, anti-oxidation grading casing to block dust, moisture, and UV rays, maintaining the original perfect condition of the polymer banknotes and preventing yellowing and aging.

Specifications

Bank of China Monkey Banknote

Banco Nacional Ultramarino (BNU) Monkey Banknote