£2,000 - £3,000
A RARE AND LARGEST CHINESE PAPER BANK NOTE, HONGWU PERIOD (1368-99), MING DYNASTY. Value 1 Kuan, then equivalent to 1000 copper cash coins. Mulberry paper with two red square seals. 33.5cm x 21.5cm
Ref: For another example see The British Museum online, number: 1913,1011.30
Please see photos for condition. There are no signs of repair or restoration.
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