CHINA--FOREIGN BANKS. Bank of Canton Limited. $500, 1.1.1915. P-S153E?.(S/M#63-6?) Face and back mock up models. One of the most significant items we have handled for Chinese Foreign Bank types with this highest denomination for the issuer design being simply remarkable. The build shows with several layers utilized in the creation with guilloches, titles and vignettes being found on separate mounted pieces. The quality is quite pleasing with very secure features throughout and sharp inks as well. Printers annotations are found throughout with proposed changes and alterations mentioned. Hong Kong location noted at lower center with wording describing the change to a Shanghai overprint at both the English and Chinese texts. The back design is also included which is seldom the case with these mock up models. Seen in a mauve color again with annotations with mention of a size reduction among other facts. Both face and back are mounted to separate heavy card stock and show with thins paper face covers. Also seen with various ABN stamping and approvals with multiple dates seen as well during 1915. Certainly a unique item and one that will enhance any collections it enters.About Uncirculated
