Lot 83: A Bank of England K. O. Peppiatt One Pound Banknote
Sold for: £6
A Bank of England one pound banknote from the series issued between 1934 and 1948. The obverse is printed in blue and tan, featuring a seated Britannia vignette within a decorative frame at the left and the denomination 1 POUND at the right. The central text reads BANK OF ENGLAND I PROMISE TO PAY THE BEARER ON DEMAND THE SUM OF ONE POUND. The note is signed in the lower right by Chief Cashier K. O. Peppiatt, with the name appearing as K O PEPPIATT. The serial number U45D 885654 is printed in red in both the top right and bottom left. The reverse features a brown and blue architectural vignette of the Bank of England building framed by acanthus leaves, flanked by circular medallions depicting St George and the Dragon. A circular watermark area is located at the bottom centre.
Condition report:
The banknote shows evidence of circulation and handling, including a distinct central vertical fold and several lighter horizontal folds. There is a small diagonal fold at the top left corner. The paper exhibits general age-related toning and minor soiling, particularly along the edges and fold lines. The printed colours remain clear and the paper retains its integrity without major tears.
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