NUMISMATIC NUGGETS: DECEMBER 23, 2018

Naramore National Bank Note Cards

Naramore $1 - $50; $1000 Legal Tender; $1 - $1000 National Bank Note Cards with Partial Red Box; Naramore $50 Legal Tender; $1 National Bank Note Cards with "G.W. Thorne, U.S. Agent" Advertising.

This Pocket Edition set is missing the $100 and $500 Legals, but it has duplication of two pieces with what could be called "advertising notes." This was the first time that United States paper money had been officially photographed for distribution to the public. However, the government's consent was withdrawn shortly thereafter. The top and bottom flaps of the box are missing. The box also shows moisture damage. However, Naramore boxes in any shape are scarce. This partial box retains some of its bright overprinting. The item count for this lot is 18 cards plus one box. (Total: 19 items)

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Naramore $1 - $50; $1000 Legal Tender; $1 - $1000 National Bank Note Cards with Partial Red Box; (https://currency.ha.com/itm/miscellaneous/other/naramore-1-50-1000-legal-tender-1-1000-national-bank-note-cards-with-partial-red-box-naramore-50-l/a/3571-21944.s)

1787 Massachusetts Cent

MASS *** This is without a doubt the finest Mass Cent in existence. One of only three to receive RB designation and the two in 64 are likely the same coin. This beauty has generous amounts of red on both sides and pristine, flawless surfaces. An amazing coin for the collector who seeks the finest. Must see to appreciate. This coin is really special.

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1787 CENT MASS, ARROWS IN MASS *** PCGS MS65RB (http://hlrc.com/Inventory/CoinViewer?id=869121001&c=23

1832 John Chapman Convict Love Token

Description: Typical stippled inscription on a smoothed English Penny. Obverse reads "A Token from John Chapman Aged 20 1832" : Reverse inscription reads "When this you see remember me untill (sic) I get my liberty"

Dimensions: Diameter 36mm
Medium: Collectibles
Date: Coins, Monies & Stamps
Literature: 415

Notes: Convict Love Tokens have been romantically described as 'postcards before leaving' but they were really sad mementos of relationships torn asunder by the courts and the tyranny of distance. Most were crafted from smoothed English pennies and were inscribed with messages of love from a convict to a wife, lover or family that would most likely never see him again if he received a sentence of transportation. The subject of this token was John Chapman a 'waterman' of Middlesex, a petty criminal convicted in May 1832 of stealing a tea caddy in a shop robbery. After receiving his sentence of 14 years transportation to New South Wales he was sent to the prison hulk 'Retribution' moored at Woolwich where this token would have been fashioned. Chapman bore a tattoo of a woman flanked by the letters 'BC' and 'EP' on his right arm. Who the intended recipient of this token was is unknown, but his parting love is depicted by two kissing doves separated by a heart. Chapman left England on the 'Lord Lynedoch' on the 30th May 1833 arriving in the Colony of New South Wales on the 18th October 1833.

To read the complete lot description, see:
Lot 130: Australia. Convict Love Token dated 1832, Very Fine for issue (https://www.invaluable.com/auction-lot/-1-c-9A643079F4)

Valentines Varnishes Medal

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Lot 271: VALENTINE VARNISHES ADVERTISING MEDAL (https://www.invaluable.com/auction-lot/-1-c-B684CE2858)

Bank of Ethiopia 500 Thalers

Ethiopia Bank of Ethiopia 500 Thalers 1.5.1932 Pick 11 PMG Choice Uncirculated 63.

This highest denomination in issued form, must be noted. Underprint colors are especially bold on both sides of this example. Large in size, as expected for this 500 Thalers. Warrior to left, the royal crest at center, and Bank building to right. The first E1 prefix is seen on this example with the first date of issue. This is the sole finest example of this type in the PMG Census by far. A truly magnificent early, and somewhat iconic example of African paper money. A not to be missed opportunity to own it. From the Minot Collection

To read the complete lot description, see:
Ethiopia Bank of Ethiopia 500 Thalers 1.5.1932 Pick 11 (https://currency.ha.com/itm/world-currency/ethiopia-bank-of-ethiopia-500-thalers-151932-pick-11-pmg-choice-uncirculated-63/a/4008-28569.s)

1935 Canadian Bank of Commerce Proof Five Dollar Note

To read the complete lot description, see:
Bank of Commerce - January 1935 Proof Five Dollar Note. (https://auction.auctionnetwork.ca/Bank-of-Commerce-January-1935-Proof-Five-Dollar-Note_i31982034)

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