Lot 3931
Sale 98 · Important Australian & World Coins, Tokens, Medals & Banknotes
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Description
Bank of Hindostan, 16 sicca rupees, 183. Calcutta (P.S137; Jhun.1.4.3). Nearly very fine and rare.
The Bank of Hindostan (1770-1832) was the first bank to issue banknotes in Bengal Presidency. They circulated in Calcutta and nearby neighbourhoods. Only a few notes were still in circulation when the bank closed in 1832.
- Estimate
- $3,000
- Result Status
- Sold
- Prices Realised
- $9,000