Banksy (British, b. 1974): Two Di-Faced Tenners (Ten Pound Notes) from Nottinghill Carnival (2004). These 2 notes have the following hallmarks: Diana's face replacing the Queen's; 'Banksy of England', instead of 'Bank of England'; the POW initials as well as DI-FACED CURRENCY information on the bottom left side; the serial number CA70 364470, and the words 'trust no one' on the reverse side. A Certificate of Authenticity accompanies these notes.

Mostly known for his stencil and installation work, Banksy turned his attention to his native London's bills. In 2004, the artist printed one million pounds worth of his Di Faced Tenner. The play on the term "defaced" (di-faced) comes from the fact that Banksy substituted the Queen's face with that of Princess Diana. The altered bill, which also features the words "Banksy of England" were dropped into a crowd at the 2004 Notting Hill Carnival and later that year, The Reading Festival.br>2.90 x 5.5" ea.
Private collector, USA, Purchased at the Dismaland exhibition.

Very good condition.
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