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Ceylon 1 Rupee 1963 P-56e AUNC CONSECUTIVE SERIAL NOTES
Ceylon 1 Rupee 1963 P-56e AUNC CONSECUTIVE SERIAL NOTES
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Presenting an exceptional lot for serious collectors: three (3) consecutive serial Ceylon 1 Rupee banknotes from 1963, catalogued P-56e, all in About Uncirculated (AUNC) condition. Whether you’re expanding a world paper money collection or specializing in classic South Asian currency, this trio offers both visual appeal and numismatic interest.
These notes were part of the final 1 Rupee series issued between 1956 and 1963, produced by the renowned Bradbury Wilkinson & Company (UK) for Ceylon (now Sri Lanka) shortly before the denomination transitioned to coinage.
Each banknote displays the Arms of Ceylon on the obverse, with multilingual denomination text in English, Sinhala and Tamil, reflecting the nation’s rich cultural heritage. The reverse highlights an ornate stone stairway leading toward a historic temple site, a design element treasured by collectors for its aesthetic and historical value. A Lion of Ceylon watermark adds an authentic security feature typical of the era.
This set of three consecutively numbered banknotes is especially attractive for collectors who prize matched serial sets, offering both a display-worthy grouping and enhanced numismatic significance.
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CONDITION GUIDE
Gem Uncirculated
A note that is flawless, with the same freshness, crispness and bright color as when first printed. It
must be perfectly centered, with full margins, and free of any marks, blemishes or traces of handling.
About Uncirculated
A bright, crisp note that appears new but upon close examination shows a trace of very light use, such as a corner fold or faint crease. 'About Uncirculated' is a borderline condition, applied to a note which may not be quite uncirculated, but yet is obviously better than an average Extra Fine note. Such notes command a price only slightly below a new note and are highly desirable.
Extra Fine
A note that shows some faint evidence of circulation, although it will still be bright and retain nearly full crispness. It may have two or three minor folds or creases but no tears or stains and no discolorations.
Very Fine
A note that has been in circulation, but not actively or for long. It still retains some crispness and is still choice enough in its condition to be altogether desirable. It may show folds or creases, or some light smudges from the hands of a past generation. Sometimes, Very Fine notes are the best available in certain rare issues, and they should accordingly be cherished just as much as uncirculated notes.
Fine
A fine note shows evidence of much more circulation, has lost its crispness and very fine detail, and creases are more pronounced, although the note is still not seriously soiled or stained.
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