China: “Imperial Bank of China” 1904, 16 Februry, Shanghai, an obverse and reverse proof in black and white for a $50, Chinese dignitary at right, dragon at left and right of seal at top centre, value at each corner, reverse similar to obverse, Chinese text, (PA 55 for type, $50 not recorded), CANCELLED handstamp, the obverse split at top, reverse with edge damage, extremely rare, good fine. (2) both in PCGS holders with details and Genuine / / Ex. Spink Hong Kong Auction 22 jan 2011 Lot 196 Sold for HK$16,500
