Celebrate the coronation era with this authentic One Dollar banknote issued by the Board of Commissioners of Currency, Malaya and British Borneo. Dated 21st March 1953, all notes in this historic series bear this specific date to commemorate the year of Queen Elizabeth II's coronation.

The obverse features a beautiful portrait of a young Queen Elizabeth II on the right, engraved by the master craftsmen at Waterlow & Sons. The reverse is exceptionally detailed, displaying the crests and coats of arms of the 16 participating states, including Singapore, Brunei, Sarawak, North Borneo, and the various Malay States. This note served as a common currency across the region until the late 1960s.

• Issuer: Board of Commissioners of Currency, Malaya and British Borneo

• Denomination: One Dollar ($1)

• Date of Issue: 21st March 1953

• Pick Number: P-1a

• Serial Number: A/94 537372

• Printer: Waterlow & Sons Limited, London

• Condition Note: This note is in circulated condition, showing authentic signs of its history. It has visible vertical and horizontal folds, some creasing, and light toning/foxing consistent with a note that has traveled through the markets of Southeast Asia. Please note: The item shown in the images is the exact note you will receive. We do not use stock photos for our vintage currency.

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