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Australia $10 Banknote - Two Examples

Overview:
A Collection Of Two Australian $10 Banknotes Representing Different Design Eras And Printing Generations Of The Reserve Bank Of Australia'S Currency Series. The Lot Comprises Paper-Based Notes Spanning The Transition Period Of Australian Currency Design And Security Features.

Specifications:

Lot 1 (Top): Paper $10 Note - Early Design
Obverse: Portrait Of A Male Figure In Formal Dress, Architectural Vignette In Background
Reverse: Maritime Scene Featuring A Sailing Vessel With Full Rigging
Serial Number: Sra 838157
Condition: Very Good To Fine. Light Handling Marks, Minor Creasing Consistent With Circulation. Ink Remains Bright And Legible. No Significant Tears Or Staining Visible.

Lot 2 (Middle): Paper $10 Note - Standard Series
Obverse: Portrait Of Male Figure In Formal Attire With Architectural Elements
Reverse: Industrial Or Historical Scene With Figures And Landscape
Serial Number: Visible On Note
Condition: Fine To Very Fine. Evidence Of Light Circulation. Minor Fold Marks Present. Paper Quality Intact With No Major Damage.

Lot 3 (Bottom): Polymer $10 Note - Modern Security Features
Obverse: Portrait Figure With Enhanced Security Printing
Reverse: Indigenous Australian Cultural Imagery With Transparent Security Window
Serial Number: Ab 40723777
Condition: About Uncirculated To Uncirculated. Minimal Handling Evidence. Polymer Substrate Shows Excellent Preservation. Transparent Security Window Clear And Undamaged. Vibrant Colour Printing Throughout.

Condition Notes: The Paper Notes Show Expected Signs Of Circulation With Light Creasing And Minor Handling Marks. The Polymer Note Demonstrates Superior Preservation Typical Of Modern Currency Materials. No Significant Tears, Pinholes, Or Staining Across The Collection. Serial Numbers Remain Fully Legible On All Examples.

Historical Context: These Three Notes Represent The Evolution Of Australian Currency Design And Security Printing Technology. The Transition From Paper To Polymer Substrate Reflects Advances In Anti-Counterfeiting Measures And Currency Durability Standards Implemented By The Reserve Bank Of Australia. The Architectural And Maritime Imagery On The Paper Notes Reflects Earlier Design Philosophies, While The Polymer Note Incorporates Contemporary Security Features Including The Transparent Window And Enhanced Colour-Shifting Elements.

Composition: Paper Notes Composed Of Cotton-Based Currency Paper; Polymer Note Composed Of Polypropylene Substrate With Integrated Security Features.

Buyers Are Encouraged To View In Person To Assess Individual Note Condition And Security Features. All Serial Numbers Verified As Legible And Complete.548759+13


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Quantity:
1
Auction Details:
Lloyds Auctioneers and Valuers
Auction Date:
01-Aug-2026 14:00
Auction Address:
Australia Wide
QLD, NSW, SA, VIC, WA, ACT, TAS, NT QLD 4211
Auctioneer Contact:
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07 5559 1999 AUS
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09d 09h 37m
Current Bid:
$1
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  • C851395 x 1
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Note:
All amounts are shown in Australian Dollars $AUD