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Seychelles Government of Seychelles 5 Rupees 20.6.1942 Pick 5A Emergency WW II Issue PMG Very Fine 30. At the time of cataloging, a mere two examples of this limited issuance "Emergency note" are graded in the PMG Population Report. A three digit serial number is present on this excellent example. The only security feature on this simplistic issue is an embossed seal, which can be most easily seen from the back of the note. Minor stains are present on this otherwise terrific and very rare World War II note from the Seychelles. The first we have offered, and the first offered in a traceable, global auction since 2014. A very rare, short-lived type issued before the regular 1942 Thomas de la Rue issue could be delivered. https://currency.ha.com/itm/world-currency/seychelles-government-of-seychelles-5-rupees-2061942-pick-5a-emergency-ww-ii-issue-pmg-very-fine-30/a/4035-28381.s?type=DA-DMC-CoinArchivesCurrency-WorldPaperMoney-4035-01062022 HID08706262019 © 2020 Heritage Auctions | All Rights Reserved
Estimate: 4800-7200 USD