{"product_id":"2xbank-of-england-20-aunc-d15","title":"Bank of England £20 Paper Banknote Pair - Series F - Adam Smith - Victoria Cleland Signature  AUNC\/ D15","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Pinnacle of British Paper Currency\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eComplete your collection of Bank of England history with this high-grade pair of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"81\"\u003eSeries F £20 banknotes\u003c\/b\u003e. These notes are historically significant as they were the last large-format paper £20 notes to circulate in the United Kingdom. Featuring advanced holographic technology and a tribute to the \"Father of Economics,\" this series represents the transition into the modern numismatic era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKey Design Highlights:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eObverse (Front):\u003c\/b\u003e Features a regal portrait of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"46\"\u003eQueen Elizabeth II\u003c\/b\u003e. The design is anchored by a large, complex holographic strip on the left that shifts between a \"£\" symbol and the number \"20.\" The signature belongs to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"218\"\u003eVictoria Cleland\u003c\/b\u003e, Chief Cashier from 2014 to 2018.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eReverse (Back):\u003c\/b\u003e A dedicated tribute to \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eAdam Smith\u003c\/b\u003e (1723–1790). The artwork features Smith’s portrait alongside an illustration of a pin factory, referencing his groundbreaking work on the division of labor in \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"209\"\u003eThe Wealth of Nations\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecurity:\u003c\/b\u003e These notes were the first to utilize the large \"motion\" holographic thread and intricate micro-lettering, making them a marvel of early 21st-century printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollection Details:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIssuer:\u003c\/b\u003e Bank of England\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSeries:\u003c\/b\u003e Series F (Issued 2007–2020)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDenomination:\u003c\/b\u003e Twenty Pounds (£20)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSignatory:\u003c\/b\u003e Victoria Cleland (Chief Cashier)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition:\u003c\/b\u003e Choice Uncirculated (UNC) – \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"11,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"39\"\u003eBoth notes are in bank-fresh condition with crisp paper, sharp corners, and perfectly bright holographic foils. No folds or handling marks are present.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector's Perspective:\u003c\/b\u003e Paper £20 notes were withdrawn from legal tender status in September 2022. Since then, high-grade examples like this pair have become significantly harder to find, as millions were returned to the Bank for destruction. The \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12,0\" data-index-in-node=\"248\"\u003eVictoria Cleland\u003c\/b\u003e signature represents the final years of the paper era, making these a vital \"type\" for any UK banknote set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eYou will receive what you see in the photos.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eShipping and Packaging Information:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eProcessing Time:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders placed from Monday to Friday will be carefully packed and dispatched within 24 hours.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eTo ensure the safety of your purchase, we use board-backed envelopes and plastic sleeves to protect our products during transit.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eUnited Kingdom Shipping:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eEnjoy free shipping within the UK, regardless of the weight of your order.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor orders under 5 pounds, your shipment will be sent via second class mail without tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders between 5 pounds and 15 pounds will be shipped using first class mail without tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders exceeding 15 pounds will be shipped via first class mail with tracking.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eOrders over 100 pounds will benefit from special delivery with next-day delivery service.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eInternational Shipping:\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFor international orders, we utilize eBay's Global Shipping Program, except for orders involving Iraqi currency, which will be shipped via Royal Mail.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003ePlease note that eBay will handle the shipping costs, customs, and duties, not SX Tradings.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFeel free to ask if you have any questions or need further assistance with your purchase. 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