Back in June, the early printer’s proofs and specimens in our e-auction were met with great success. This time we will showcase some early colourful Perkins Bacon specimens and colour trials. One of the most striking examples is an unsued design of Ionian Bank 100 drachmai in red. A large size note with some design variation to the issued note, notably the large ‘100’ underprint at centre.
Previously unseen and a possibly unique example. Also in the group a specimen Guernsey £1 of 1928 where previously only issued examples are seen. From Greece to Guernsey, New Zealand to Ireland, the group is a true testament to Perkins Bacon’s underrated master craftsmanship in banknote printing.
In the British section, we are proud to offer the David Robinson collection of Royal Bank of Scotland notes. Notably this includes a first prefix number 5 and 6 set of the 1987 issue, with other low number notes in auction as well as specimen sets hand-signed by then managing director Robert Maiden.