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1953 Malaya/British Borneo $5 Note PCGS 64 Choice UNC

Malaya & British Borneo Board of Commissioners of Currency

Queen Elizabeth II portrait historically highly valued banknote

[Product Description]

This product is a 5 dollar banknote issued in 1953 for Malaya and British Borneo.

This is a collector's note in excellent condition, graded "CHOICE UNC 64" by PCGS Banknote.

This banknote is an important historical symbol of the British currency system in Southeast Asia after World War II.

It was used in the Federation of Malaya and the British Borneo region (present-day Malaysia, Singapore, and Brunei).

【basic information】

• Country of issue: Malaya & British Borneo

• Issuing agency: Board of Commissioners of Currency

• Face value: 5 Dollars

• Year of publication: 1953

• Pick Number: Pick #2a

• Watermark: Tiger's Head

• Printing company: Waterlow & Sons (W&S)

• Appraisal Institute: PCGS Banknote

• Grade: CHOICE UNCIRCULATED 64

• Serial number: A/20 210521

• Appraisal number: 594700.64 / 48497953

[Surface design features]

The obverse features a portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II.

It features a beautiful design that combines elegance and dignity, common to British Commonwealth banknotes from the early 1950s.

In the center is the face value "FIVE DOLLARS".

The multilingual writing, including Arabic characters, strongly reflects the multi-ethnic society and international context of the time.

The fine engraved lines, uniform ink, and vivid colors are

It shows a high state of preservation befitting its CHOICE UNC grade.

[Back design features]

The reverse side features the coats of arms (crests) of Malaya and British Borneo.

It is an extremely important design, symbolizing the federal structure and political unity of the time.

The circular decorative part in the center is an important point for checking the paper quality, printing technique, and state of preservation.

This note has no creases, major stains or defects, which supports the appraisal.

[Collection value]

The 1953 $5 bill is internationally acclaimed for the following reasons:

• Historic banknotes symbolizing the British colonial era

• Early portrait design of Queen Elizabeth II

• The popular Tiger's Head watermark

• PCGS CHOICE UNC 64 highly graded

• Rare type with limited market distribution

In particular, the number of extant specimens in a state of preservation of UNC class or higher is decreasing year by year.

It is expected to continue to have long-term collection value.

[Storage and condition]

This item is completely sealed in a genuine PCGS slab case.

It is safely protected from outside air, moisture, fingerprints, etc.

※The appraisal case is unopened.

*The condition of the banknotes is based on the appraisal results.

[Recommended points]

• Authentic and reliable certification by the world-renowned PCGS

• A must-have for Southeast Asian banknote collectors

• Perfect for collectors of British currency, colonial history, and Queen portrait notes

• Historical banknotes that are expected to have future asset value

【summary】

This is a highly refined banknote that combines the three elements of history, artistry, and state of preservation.

More than just a currency, it also has great value as a historical document that tells the story of Southeast Asia during the British colonial period.

Take this opportunity to add it to your collection.

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1953 Malaya & British Borneo $5 Banknote PCGS 64 CHOICE UNC Malaya & British Borneo

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