The Mercantile Bank $100 note; bottom edge trimmed; offered at face value.
Product Introduction
Issued on November 4, 1971, this is a rare 100-dollar banknote from the Hong Kong Mercantile Bank, serial number B225903. It is one of the four major banknote issuing banks in Hong Kong and is now being released at a reasonable price for collectors.
Banknote Features
Obverse：The top of the banknote features the words "Mercantil Bank" in reverse, along with the English name "MERCANTILE BANK LIMITED". The main image is of Liberty, symbolizing Hong Kong's maritime trade, holding a spear and flanked by the Three Lions shield of England. The background depicts ocean liners, encapsulating the history of Hong Kong's opening to trade. The denomination "ONE HUNDRED DOLLARS" and the vertical "壹佰圆" (One Hundred Dollars) are printed in the center. The lower right corner indicates the date of issue: HONG KONG, 4TH NOV. 1971. The bottom features the official signatures of both the accountant and manager. The four corners are marked with the Arabic numeral 100 and the Chinese characters "佰壹" (Bai Yi). A complex, machine-engraved mesh border serves as a security feature.
Reverse：The bank name is repeated in English at the top, and "Yung Yiu Bank" is written vertically on the right. The main image is a panoramic view of Victoria City in Central, Hong Kong, in the 1970s, perfectly recreating the urban architecture of Hong Kong's golden age after wartime, possessing valuable historical and cultural record value. The four corners are decorated with colorful floral security features.
Condition Notes
- This is a genuine, circulated banknote. The paper is covered with creases from long-term circulation, and the surface is slightly yellowed. There is a trimming defect at the bottom edge, but no tears, holes, patches, or signs of cleaning, ironing, or other artificial repairs. The portrait, city panorama, and border engraving lines are complete and clear. The ink has not faded significantly, and the serial number is saturated.
- Due to the trimming defect at the bottom edge, this banknote is being sold at a significantly lower price, suitable for beginners in Hong Kong banknote collecting, thematic collectors, and those seeking a rare Yui Bank HK$100 collectible at an affordable price.
Specifications
| Issuing Institution | Mercantile Bank Limited (Hong Kong) |
|---|---|
| Issuance Date | November 4, 1971 |
| Face Value | HK$100 |
| Printing Process | Intaglio engraving, multi-color printing |
| Collection Number | B225903 |
| Collection Background | Mercantile Bank ceased issuing banknotes in 1974, resulting in a large-scale recall of banknotes. The number of surviving banknotes is far less than that of HSBC and Standard Chartered banknotes from the same period, making it a rare and essential item for collecting complete sets of Hong Kong banknotes. |
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