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A complete denomination set from Nepal, a nation set in the shadow of the great Himalaya mountain range. Nepal abandoned its monarchy in 2008 replacing the King’s portrait on its banknotes with a view of Mount Everest. Our set comprises 7 values including the 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 500 and 1000 rupees (P76& P-New/B287-93) The backs reference the wildlife found in Nepal including yaks, deer, snow leopard, rhino, tiger and elephants. A charming set in Crisp Uncirculated. Limited availability

The Kingdom of Nepal was founded in 1768 and after a protracted 20th century Civil War was abolished some 230 odd years later in 2005. In 2001,King Bihendra was assassinated along with 8 members of his family. The Crown Prince, who was thought to be responsible for the massacre, also died and was succeeded by his uncle King Gyanhendra Bir Bikran Shah who proved to be the last King of Nepal. This bumper set of 8 notes feature the portraits of either King Bihendra or King Gyanhendra. All in Uncirculated condition, the set includes 2 x 1 rupees, 1 x 2 rupees, 2 x 5 rupees, the Commemorative polymer 10 rupees for Gyanhendra’s Coronation and 1 each of the 10 and 20 rupees. A great set at a great price for all 8!

Netherlands 5 gulden 1973 P95 Green on white Man at r/ Modern design Unc

Netherlands Antilles 1 gulden 1970 20a Bright red. Aerial view of port/ Design Unc

There is much talk as the whether countries, outside of the UK, issuing banknotes with the monarch’s portrait would continue now that Charles is King. Countries like Zealand retained Queen Elizabeth’s portrait on the 20 dollar denomination and we can offer it now. It's a beautiful green banknote showing Her Majesty in a more formal attire, wearing a tiara and a fancy diamond necklace. Crisp Uncirculated and limited availability.

The new plastic 5 dollars issued by New Zealand recently won the International Banknote Society Banknote of the Year (P191). It certainly is a handsome note. It features Sir Edmund Hillary, acknowledged as the first person to climb Mount Everest. Alongside his portrait is a view of Mount Cook, his favourite mountain. A Holho penguin is on the back. Uncirculated award-winning note.

Issued by The Reserve Bank of New Zealand between 1989 and 1992.

Nicaragua 10 cordobas 2014 P210 Green Printed on polymer plastic View of Port in Managua/ Traditional dancer Unc

Nicaragua 100 cordobas 2015 P219 Printed on polymer plastic Granada Cathedral / Horse and trap with drums as see through security panel. Unc

A lovely quartet of notes issued by Nicaragua and all printed on polymer plastic. Included in the set are the 10, 20, 50 and 100 cordobas values – The fronts all feature local landmarks such as the Salvador Allende Port in Managua, a church, the Handicrafts Market and Granada Cathedral. The backs are delightful with vignettes of dancers and a horse and buggy. Uncirculated.

Nicaragua 20 cordobas 2014 P211 Orange Printed on polymer plastic Church/Dancers Unc

Nicaragua 60 years of Central Bank 5 cordobas 2020 P-New/B516a Polymer Grey. Bank complex/ Motorway junctions Unc

Nicaragua 500 cordobas 1985 P155 Mauve. Ruben dario at r/ Schoolroom Unc

Nicaragua 50 cordobas (2015) P211 Printed on polymer plastic Stone gateway/ Dancers Unc

Nigeria 20 naira P26 Green General Muhammed at l/ Arms Unc

A quartet of notes from Nigeria, all printed on polymer plastic. It comprises the 5,10, 20 and 50 naira dated 2007 to 2009 (P32-5) The fronts feature portraits of prominent citizens whilst the backs feature traditional dancers, women carrying pots, fishermen preparing fish and a woman at a potter’s wheel. Crisp Uncirculated.

Nigeria 5 naira 2009 P32b Printed on plastic Man at l/ Traditional dancers and drummers. Unc

Nigeria 50 kobo (1973-8) P14 Blue and beige Building/ Lumberjack sawing lumber Unc

A trio of notes issued by Nigeria and all printed on polymer plastic rather than paper. Included in the trio are the 5, 10, and 50 naira issued between 2019 and 2020. The portraits of important dignitaries and citizens appear on the front while the backs feature illustrations of traditional drummers, women carrying baskets and fi shermen with their catch. Uncirculated.

Norway 10 kroner 1981 P36 Blue on white Nansen at l/ Trawlerman with nets Unc

Kirsten Flagstad is the subject of the front of these Norway 100 kroner notes issued between 2006 and 2010 (P49e) She was the outstanding Wagnerian soprano of her generation. Her debut in New York in 1935 led to her being hailed as the voice of the 20h century. She was born in 1895 and died in 1962. The back of the note has an aerial view of a theatre auditorium. Crisp Uncirculated.

Oman 100 baisa nd P31 Turquoise and mauve. Sheik at r and irrigation channels/ Birds and antelope Unc

Pakistan 10 rupees from 1978; Haj Pilgrim Note PR6 featuring Pakistani founder Muhammad Ali Jinnah on the obverse and ruins on the rear. In uncirculated condition.