General Auction including Antiques & Colectables, Gold & Silver.
A novelty commemorative banknote, modelled after a United States one hundred dollar bill. The note is constructed from a textured metallic foil with an embossed, reflective finish. The central vignette features a colour-printed portrait of the character Mr. Bean, portrayed by actor Rowan Atkinson, holding a teddy bear. The obverse is printed with the legends THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA and FEDERAL RESERVE NOTE, with the denomination 100 at each corner. It bears the facsimile signatures of ROSA GUMATAOTAO RIOS and TIMOTHY F. GEITHNER, alongside the text SERIES 2009 A and the name MR. BEAN. The serial number GOLD 999999 is printed twice, including the prefix H8. The design incorporates a Federal Reserve System seal and a stylised Independence Hall watermark. No maker’s marks, signatures, or labels are visible on the item.
Condition report:
The note appears in excellent, uncirculated condition with no signs of handling or wear. The embossed foil surface is bright and reflective throughout, with no visible surface scratches or abrasions (photo 1). The edges are crisp and the corners remain sharp with no evidence of rounding or corner folds. The note shows no vertical, horizontal, or diagonal creasing (photo 2). No tears, pinholes, or staining are present. Supplied without a protective sleeve or case.
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