French Somaliland Banque de l'Indochine, Djibouti 1000 Francs ND (1945) Pick 18 PMG Choice About Unc 58. At the time of cataloging, there are only five examples graded in the PMG Population Report, each Choice About Unc 58, with or without EPQ status. This large format, highest denomination type had a very short life span and equally small print total. The unique design is pleasing, and interestingly, this series was printed in Palestine. Four hole punched cancellations and a face side overprint are seen on this otherwise completely outstanding example. An iconic design for both African and Middle East banknote realms and eminently collectible. The top-tier rarity of this note should stimulate serious bidding, as this note is seldom seen in any grade, and in any format. From the Yuri Solovey Collection of Banque de l'Indochine

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