Basic, Better, Best – Brilliant Bank Notes
Join us in exploring a range of Great British bank notes which have been sold at The Somerset Auction Rooms. We will be comparing and contrasting these bank notes in order to decipher which ones have the highest, lowest and medium price tags.
Our experts have provided four items for consideration. The prices for the items range from a budget-friendly £25 and £120 to the most expensive at £2,800, with the medium-range item fetching £1,400.
Are you able to guess which items match up with their prices?
Useful indicators to consider when assessing the items are the age, condition, rarity, quantity and whether there are any unique features. These can all help in reaching a decision on the quality and value of any item.
1. George V (1910-1936), Five Pound Note
This five pound note has been framed and was issued on 8th September 1919 from the Bristol branch under the Chief Cashier E. Harvey, bearing the number T25 81927.
2. George V (1910-1936), Treasury Note, One Pound
Another framed note, which is a third issue circa 1923 under the Secretary to the Treasury John Bradbury, bearing the number A98 718560.
3. George V (1910-1936), Five Pound Note
A white five pound note in good condition, issued on 21st May 1926 from the Bristol branch under the Chief Cashier C.P Mahon, bearing the number 309U 59922. Together with six assorted ten shillings notes; and a one pound note.
4. Ten Pound Bank Notes
A collection of nine, £10 bank notes which are all in generally good condition. Issued under Chief Cashier J.B Page and two of which feature consecutive numbering B75 504418-504419.
To see if your instincts are correct, the answers can be found below.
It goes to show that engaging with an expert is crucial in assessing any kind of antique item, not just bank notes. The experts at The Somerset Auction Rooms are always on hand to value your items and our regular auctions enable you to realise the best price in a straightforward way.
Free valuation sessions by appointment are held each Monday - Thursday, 10am-4pm. Book an appointment online and for more information or to consign items please contact the saleroom team on 01278 410250 or visit our Antiques Hub.
Our experts have provided four items for consideration. The prices for the items range from a budget-friendly £25 and £120 to the most expensive at £2,800, with the medium-range item fetching £1,400.
Are you able to guess which items match up with their prices?
Useful indicators to consider when assessing the items are the age, condition, rarity, quantity and whether there are any unique features. These can all help in reaching a decision on the quality and value of any item.
1. George V (1910-1936), Five Pound Note
This five pound note has been framed and was issued on 8th September 1919 from the Bristol branch under the Chief Cashier E. Harvey, bearing the number T25 81927.
2. George V (1910-1936), Treasury Note, One Pound
Another framed note, which is a third issue circa 1923 under the Secretary to the Treasury John Bradbury, bearing the number A98 718560. 3. George V (1910-1936), Five Pound Note
A white five pound note in good condition, issued on 21st May 1926 from the Bristol branch under the Chief Cashier C.P Mahon, bearing the number 309U 59922. Together with six assorted ten shillings notes; and a one pound note.4. Ten Pound Bank Notes
A collection of nine, £10 bank notes which are all in generally good condition. Issued under Chief Cashier J.B Page and two of which feature consecutive numbering B75 504418-504419. To see if your instincts are correct, the answers can be found below.
It goes to show that engaging with an expert is crucial in assessing any kind of antique item, not just bank notes. The experts at The Somerset Auction Rooms are always on hand to value your items and our regular auctions enable you to realise the best price in a straightforward way.
Free valuation sessions by appointment are held each Monday - Thursday, 10am-4pm. Book an appointment online and for more information or to consign items please contact the saleroom team on 01278 410250 or visit our Antiques Hub.
Answers1
1 = £1,400 (A desirable Bristol branch issue, but in poor condition, being creased and stained).
2 = £25 (A very interesting note, but unfortunately in poor condition, being creased and stained).
3 = £2,800 (A desirable Bristol branch issue, in good condition, together with competitive bidding from multiple parties).
4 = £120 (Relatively common, value based on quantity, rather than scarcity or desirability).