Archives International Auctions Auction 98 December 2, 2024

Archives International Auctions - Sale 98 75 December 2, 2024 Archives International Auctions www.archivesinternational.com Hong Kong 346 346 Hong Kong. Meyer, Alabor & Co., ND (1870s), 3rd of Exchange Proof. Hong Kong, ND (1870s). Third of Exchange Proof Certificate with Archival Notations on face and reverse, XF condition. ��������������������������������������������������������� Est. $300-500 Kentucky 347 347 National Branch Bank of Kentucky, ND (ca.1900-1920 Using an 1870s Check Form), Specimen Check Frankfort, Kentucky, ND (ca. 1900- 20s). The National Branch Bank of Kentucky, established in the late 19th century, was part of the national banking system created under the National Banking Act of 1863. Black on white paper with dramatic spread winged eagle on top, Kentucky arms on bottom and notable person on lower left. The check is made out to the cashier of the “National Park Bank of New York”, with counterfeit protective numeral devices in all 4 borders. The counterfoil is attached and folded back on the left and “ORIGINAL” is printed in red. It provided essential financial services, including deposits and loans, to individuals and businesses in Kentucky, supporting local economic development. Over time, like many banks of its era, it likely experienced changes in ownership or merged with other institutions due to industry consolidation. Its operations played a role in the broader evolution of American banking, reflecting its significance in regional commerce and financial stability during its active years. ���������������������������������������������������������� Est. $250-375 B.E.P. Numismatic & Philatelic Souvenir Cards Tennessee 348 348 BEP International Paper Money Show, 1978, Souvenir Card Group, All with First Day Show Postmarks Memphis, Tennessee, 1978. International Paper Money Show - Memphis Coin Club, 1978. Lot of 24 Souvenir Cards with “Discovery of the Mississippi” by Hernando de Soto in 1541, Cards all have postage stamp and several hand stamps at right side, Cards are in AU to UNC condition. (24). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Est. $60-100 Washington D.C. 349 349 BEP Collection of The “Educational” Silver Certificate Souvenir Cards, Plus Others, ca.1971 to 1978 Washington D.C., 1971-78. Lot of 11 BEP Souvenir Cards from Various Shows, Includes: 80th Anniversary Convention in 1971 with $1 Silver Cert. from 1896 (2); 81st Anniversary Convention in 1972 with $2 Silver Cert. from 1896 (2); 82nd Anniversary Convention in 1973 with $5 Silver Cert. from 1896 (2); 83rd Anniversary Convention in 1974 with $10 Silver Cert. from 1896. (2); 86th Anniversary Convention in 1977 with $5 Silver Cert. from 1899 (2); International Paper Money Show in 1978 with Discovery of Mississippi by Hernando de Soto 1541 at top, Cert is also stamped by US Postage and IPMS stamps. Uncirculated to CU Condition. (11). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ������������������������������������������������� Est. $150-250 U.S. & World Stamps & Postal History U.S. 350 350 Imprinted Revenue Pair of RN-X Types of 1 Cent and 2 Cents revenues on light grey or green Colored Paper. U.S.I.R., Lot of 2 uncut pairs of combined 1 Cent and 2 Cent RN-X Revenue stamps, one pair printed on gray paper and the second on green paper, Both are in Uncirculated to CU condition. (2). Sold “AS IS” no returns accepted. ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������ Est. $325-650