This lot comprises an assortment of British currency and a storage accessory. The paper currency includes a pair of Bank of England One Pound (£1) banknotes from Series C, featuring the portrait of Queen Elizabeth II and the signature of Chief Cashier J. S. Fforde. The notes bear serial numbers N90B 495547 and R41L 579863. The accompanying coinage is a diverse collection of British pre-decimal and early decimal issues. Visible denominations include pennies, halfpennies, sixpences, and shillings. Portraits of King George VI and Queen Elizabeth II are present, with dates including 1949, 1950, and 1963. The lot is completed by a small, textured brown leather wallet designed for coins or banknotes, featuring a fold-over flap with twin metal snap fasteners.
Condition report:
The banknotes are in Poor condition, showing heavy circulation, deep creasing, significant staining, and edge tears. One note is separated into three fragments. The coinage exhibits varying degrees of wear, surface oxidisation, and toning consistent with age and circulation. The leather wallet shows substantial wear, with scuffing, darkening, and minor splitting to the seams.
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