Pick #840a People's Bank of China 1949 200 Yuan (Steel Smelting Design) | PMG 55 About Uncirculated

Product Description

This banknote is a 200-Yuan denomination from the First Series of Renminbi (Steelmaking design), issued in 1949. It is a classic, high-denomination variety of the First Series Renminbi that bears witness to the economic history of the early People's Republic of China. Professionally graded and encapsulated by PMG, this authentic note is a highly sought-after item for collectors of the First Series Renminbi.

Reverse Design Details (Side showing numerical denomination)

• Top center: "People's Bank of China" (中国人民银行) printed horizontally in Traditional Chinese characters (in reverse orientation);
• Left and right sides: "Two Hundred Yuan" (贰佰圆) printed vertically in Traditional Chinese characters within decorative filigree frames;
• Center: Arabic numeral "200" displayed within a large, ornate floral pattern;
• Bottom: Issuance year "1949";
• Background: Continuous geometric "interwoven thread" pattern covering the entire note; borders feature intricate, elaborate scrollwork; overall color scheme is predominantly brownish-tan with fine, layered engraved line work.

Obverse Design Details (Side featuring the steelmaking scene)

• Top center: "People's Bank of China" (中国人民银行) in large Traditional Chinese characters; Roman numeral prefix "II IV III" on the left; red serial number "47390669" on the right;
• Left side: Main image depicts a steel mill production scene—including the factory, smelting equipment, and workers—symbolizing heavy industry development in the early days of the PRC;
• Right side: "Two Hundred Yuan" (贰佰圆) in Traditional Chinese characters (in reverse orientation) set within an ornate floral medallion, accompanied by two red official seals below;
• Four corners: "Two Hundred" (贰佰) in Traditional Chinese characters within decorative filigree frames;
• Bottom: Printed with the date "38th Year of the Republic of China" (中华民国三十八年);
• Color scheme: Brownish-tan dominant tone accented by blue floral medallions; background features an intricate, subtle pattern; engraved lines provide rich, three-dimensional detail. # Basic Specifications