1953 Malaya & British Borneo $50 Banknote - Queen Elizabeth II - PMG 25 Very Fine
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Explore the Malaya P-4a Banknote
A Blue-Chip Rarity of the British Administration Era
Elevate your portfolio with this high-denomination 1953 Malaya and British Borneo 50 Dollar note. Issued during the early reign of Queen Elizabeth II, this note represents the unified currency used across Singapore, Malaya, Sarawak, North Borneo, and Brunei. Large-denomination notes from this series are increasingly difficult to source, especially in a preserved, graded state.
Historic Design Elements:
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Obverse: A young, elegant portrait of Queen Elizabeth II on the right. The center features the denomination in English and Jawi script, set against an intricate blue and multi-color guilloche background.
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Reverse: A magnificent display of regional heraldry, featuring the 16 Coats of Arms of the participating states, including Singapore, Johore, Selangor, and Sarawak.
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Significance: Dated 21st March 1953, this was part of the first series to feature the Queen following her accession.
Collector’s Specifications:
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Issuing Authority: Board of Commissioners of Currency, Malaya and British Borneo.
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Pick Number: P-4a
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Serial Number: A/8 885131
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Grading: PMG 25 Very Fine (VF)
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Grade Note: PMG has noted "Stains," which is common for regional notes of this age, but the note retains strong paper body and clear, vibrant blue ink.
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Printer: Bradbury, Wilkinson & Co. (BWC).
Investment Potential: The "Queen Elizabeth II" Malaya series is a pillar of Commonwealth collecting. High denominations like the $50 are the "crown jewels" of this set and have shown consistent long-term value growth due to their scarcity.
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