Central Bank of Ceylon, obverse and reverse De La Rue essays on board showing unused designs for 5 Rupees, 1 January 1928, serial numbers 000000, showing Samanala Kanda (mountain) on both sides, and a canoe with awning on obverse, in PMG holders 64, choice uncirculated, an absolutely stunning essay, produced to the highest standard by the finest artists De La Rue ever employed, an iconic piece that would form the centrepiece of any advanced Ceylon collection (2 essays on board)
Pick unlisted £3,000-£4,000