History/Background Information: 1 Pound Te Velde issue of the ZAR government (Gouvernements Noot). Issued against the security of state owned farms with a 6% interest. Hand signed by the Acting Auditor General (AP Brugman) and Acting Treasurer General (PN De Villiers). Dated 1.5.1902 and printed on school exercise paper. Certified About Uncirculated 55.
 
Condition Notes: An impressive example containing the vertical lines watermark and featuring the Findlay cancellation stamp. Retaining all the bold characteristics of the type. Crisp corners retained and no major blemishes visible to the eye. Rare and seldom offered. A beautiful note with an incredible history.
 
Printage: 4 000 (Hern) / 4 000 (Vissers)
 
Reference: Hern 500 & Vissers Pg 179