This handsome banknote issued by the Central Bank of China in 1936 represents the turbulent financial history of the Republic period when currency reform and national modernization were closely linked. Printed by Waterlow and Sons in London on high quality banknote paper the note features on one side a finely engraved view of an imperial style palace complex with terraces bridges and ceremonial steps symbolizing continuity and national authority while the portrait side shows a strong formal likeness of an important republican statesman framed by intricate guilloche designs and official seals. Denominated Ten Yuan and carrying the serial number DJ077199X the note illustrates the combination of Western security printing techniques and Chinese artistic tradition that characterized Chinese currency in the 1930s. The green and blue tones remain attractive with clear details in the borders the underprint and the signature panels. Notes of this era circulated widely through a challenging economic environment marked by inflation regional conflict and attempts at central control which makes surviving examples valuable historical witnesses. The physical presence of the paper the engraved texture and the carefully arranged design elements evoke the hopes and uncertainties of a country striving toward stability and national identity. Estimate "140 to 260"

Folded with circulation wear some corner softness light soiling still solid and appealing