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Auction 79 Online

The catalogue for IBNS Auction No. 79, 2019 containing over 5,300 lots is now available.  Auction Closes Sunday 26th May 2019
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IBNS Journal Volume 58 Issue 1

 is avaialble to download: Articles cover Analysis of British Treasury Note Issue (August 1914), The Gosaba, Rangabeli & Satgelia "One Rupee" Note, Canadian Banknotes of the British West Indies and the Japanese Occupation of Taiwan Login to download your copy.
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IBNS Grading Standards

Article Index
IBNS Grading Standards
Grading Guide - Uncirculated
Grading Guide - About Uncirculated
Grading Guide - Extremely Fine
Grading Guide - Very Fine
Grading Guide - Fine
Grading Guide - Very Good
Grading Guide - Good
Grading Guide - Fair
Grading Guide - Poor
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EXTREMELY FINE (EF or XF): A very attractive note, with light handling. May have a maximum of three light folds or one strong crease. Paper is clean and bright with original sheen. Corners may show only the slightest evidence of rounding. There may also be the slightest sign of wear where a fold meets the edge.

Example - EXTREMELY FINE - Note the fairly sharp vertical crease at center along with minor handling creases at the upper right.