{"product_id":"hong-kong-10-dollars-1981-unc-f10","title":"1981 Hong Kong $10 Banknote - The Chartered Bank - P-78 - Uncirculated (UNC) - \"Jumping Carp\"\/f10","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Masterpiece of Mythical Symbolism\u003c\/b\u003e Capture one of the most artistic banknote designs in Hong Kong's history. This \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"115\"\u003e1981 Ten Dollar note\u003c\/b\u003e was issued by \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"150\"\u003eThe Chartered Bank\u003c\/b\u003e before its merger into Standard Chartered. In \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"215\"\u003eUncirculated (UNC)\u003c\/b\u003e condition, this specimen is a pristine example of the \"Small Size\" series, boasting vibrant green hues and flawless paper quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eExquisite Design Features:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\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:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a magnificent, highly detailed \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"49\"\u003eCarp (Koi) jumping through waves\u003c\/b\u003e on the right. In Chinese mythology, a carp that jumps over the \"Dragon Gate\" becomes a dragon—symbolizing high ambition and great achievement.\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:\u003c\/b\u003e Showcases the historic \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"32\"\u003eChartered Bank Building\u003c\/b\u003e in Central, Hong Kong, on the left, with the British Royal Arms (Lion and Unicorn) prominently displayed in the center.\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\"\u003eBilingual Heritage:\u003c\/b\u003e Features the bank's name in both English and traditional Chinese (\u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003e行銀打渣港香\u003c\/i\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eSecurity:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes a clear circular watermark area and intricate geometric underprints that shift from green to yellow.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDate:\u003c\/b\u003e Dated \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003e1st January 1981\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCollector’s Significance:\u003c\/b\u003e The \"Carp\" series is highly sought after because it represents the last generation of banknotes issued under The Chartered Bank name. 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