STRAITS SETTLEMENTS. Government of the Straits Settlements. $100, 1.11.1927. P-13s.(KNB11) Specimen printed by TDLR. A highly scarce design in any state of preservation and the first we can recall handling in this specimen form. The note is shown in a quite large format with an open design showing a small profile vignette of KGV at top center with prowling tiger below. Four large serial numbers at the corners being blacked out and printed date and signatures. The note shows with even circulation and deeply watermarked paper. Some minor rust at the borders is mentioned and noted by PMG in the comments section of the holder. Overprinted in red "Specimen only, no value," at center of both the face and back. We sold a Very Fine issued note in our April 2013 Hong Kong sale which brought $10,755.00.PMG Very Fine 25 Net. Rust.
