Historical Release
A premium specimen of the 1979 Australian decimal paper series. This issue is highly coveted by numismatists due to the scarce block-style Gothic Font used for the serial numbers, paired with the highly sought-after XVS First Prefix block allocated for this signature run.
Issue Details
SIGNATORIES: Knight / Stone (1979)
SERIAL NUMBER: XVS 953899
FONT TYPEWAY: Gothic Block Serial Font
Iconic Design
The obverse displays the distinguished portrait of legendary Australian aviation pioneer Sir Charles Kingsford Smith set against experimental aerodynamic line motifs. Printed on resilient, textured currency paper that preserves its crisp body over time.
Note Attributes
PREFIX STATUS: First Release Prefix Run
DENOMINATION: $20 AUD / Twenty Dollars
MATERIAL FORMAT: Original Security Paper
Condition Report
Carefully evaluated for archival registry inclusion. Showcases superb color saturation, exceptionally sharp edges, intact squared corners, and zero heavy center fold lines or pinholes.
Numismatic Grade
ESTIMATED STATUS: About Uncirculated to Uncirculated
PAPER DAMAGE: No Pinholes, Tears, or Graffiti
SURFACE APPEAL: Original Orange and Yellow Luster
