Pick #83 Bank of China 1940 20-Jiao Note (Great Wall Design) | PMG Graded 64 Choice Uncirculated

Product Description

This banknote is a 20-cent fractional note issued by the Bank of China—one of the "Big Four" banks of the Republic of China era. Printed in 1940 by the German firm DTBC using intaglio printing, it features the Great Wall as its central motif. It is a highly sought-after classic among collectors of Republican-era banknotes. The note has been professionally graded and encapsulated by PMG, ensuring its authenticity.

Reverse Design Details (English Bank Name Side)

• "BANK OF CHINA" is printed horizontally in the top center;
• The Arabic numeral "20" appears within large, ornate circular frames on both the left and right sides;
• The Arabic numeral "20" is displayed in the center, accompanied by the English text "TWENTY CENTS";
• The numeral "20" also appears in small floral frames at the bottom corners; the title "GENERAL MANAGER" and the corresponding signature are printed below;
• The background features an all-over continuous wavy geometric pattern; the borders are adorned with intricate scrollwork; the primary color is blue-green, and the intaglio line work is exceptionally fine.

Obverse Design Details (Great Wall Motif Side)

• "Bank of China" (中國銀行) is printed in large Traditional Chinese characters horizontally at the top center, with the red serial number "0867823" below;
• The main image on the left depicts the Great Wall, with the ramparts winding along the mountains—a majestic scene and a renowned, classic motif in Republican-era banknote design;
• A decorative frame on the right contains the denomination "20 Cents" (貳角) in Traditional Chinese characters; below this is the redemption text "Ten jiao exchangeable for one yuan of national currency" (每拾角兌國幣壹圓) and two official bank seals;
• The numeral "Two" (貳) in Traditional Chinese characters appears within the decorative frames at each of the four corners;
• The primary color is blue; the background features an all-over intricate interlaced-line pattern, and the border designs exhibit rich layering and detail. # Basic Specifications