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Lot 39:
Description
This lot consists of two Mexican banknotes issued by the Banco de México, both dated May 12, 1948 (12-V-48), with a denomination of one peso. These examples were produced by the American Bank Note Company. The obverse of each note features a prominent central vignette of the Aztec Calendar Stone printed in black ink with green and pink security underprints. The reverse is printed in reddish-brown ink and depicts the Independence Monument (El Ángel de la Independencia) in Mexico City. The notes carry red serial numbers D784477 (Series AG) and E409880 (Series AC). Facsimile signatures are present for the positions of Consejero, Interventor de la Com. Nac. Bancaria, and Cajero. Each note features a dark circular bank stamp on the right side of the reverse.
Condition report:
Both notes are in circulated condition, consistent with a Fine to Very Fine grade. Each note exhibits a visible vertical center fold and general paper toning. Minor wear is present at the corners. The Series AC note (E409880) has a small nick on the bottom margin.
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