Lot 235: A Novelty 24 Carat Gold Foil UK One Hundred Pounds Note
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A novelty commemorative note produced from gold-coloured foil with an embossed finish. The obverse features the text THE UNITED KINGDOM and ONE HUNDRED POUNDS at the top, with a central vignette of a rainbow flag against a sky background. To the left is a crowned wreath emblem above two printed signatures: JOHN P. GREEN, SECRETARY OF THE TREASURY and ROSA RIOS, TREASURER OF THE UNITED KINGDOM. The serial number H8 is printed on the left, and the text GOLD 999999 appears in green on both sides. A vertical holographic-style security strip and a green sparkle 100 numeral are also present. The reverse depicts the Elizabeth Tower and the Palace of Westminster against a sunburst background, with THE UNITED KINGDOM and ONE HUNDRED POUNDS printed at the top and bottom. A printed mark reading 24K GOLD is located at the bottom centre. The note is constructed from textured plastic foil with glittered surfaces. No maker’s marks or labels are visible on the item.
Condition report:
The novelty note is in uncirculated condition, showing no signs of handling, folds, or creases. The corners are sharp and the embossed details remain crisp throughout. There is no visible tarnish or loss to the gold-coloured foil surface. No protective capsule or packaging is present.
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