2nd May, 2024 11:00

Bank Note Auction - Part Two

 
  Lot 5
 

5

Brazil 5 Mil Reis banknote

Sold for £220
Estimated at £80 - £120


 
Brazil 5 Mil Reis banknote, circa 1890, issued by Republica Dos Estados Unidos Do Brazil, in circulated condition, crisp and flat, edges are generally good with perforations evident, there is a small piece missing from the left hand edge and likewise from the bottom edge in centre, staining from use of a paperclip evident in two places on left hand edge and also along bottom edge, evidence of minor rounding of corners, various grubby marks and spots to front and back, with general discolouration/yellowing to back