1955-1960 Bank of England 10 Shillings Banknote - L.K. O'Brien Very Fine (Pick #368c / B271)/d11
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Capture a piece of British monetary history with this crisp Ten Shilling note from the mid-20th century. Issued during the tenure of Leslie K. O'Brien (who served as Chief Cashier from 1955 to 1962), this note represents the final era of the "Britannia" design before the Bank of England transitioned to the Portrait Series in 1961.
Design Highlights:
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Obverse: Features the iconic seated Britannia in a decorative medallion on the left, holding an olive branch and trident. The text "Promise to pay the Bearer on Demand the sum of Ten Shillings" reflects the traditional gold-standard promise of the Bank of England.
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Reverse: Showcases a sophisticated symmetrical pattern of acanthus leaves, a hallmark of British banknote engraving from this period.
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Security: Printed on high-quality threaded paper with a watermark of a helmeted Britannia.
Key Specifications:
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Date Range: 1955–1960 (Ceased to be legal tender in 1962)
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Chief Cashier: L. K. O'Brien
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Pick Number: Pick #368c (Standard Catalog of World Paper Money)
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Bank of England Ref: B271
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Serial Number Prefix: W53Y (Part of the second series/run of this signature).
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