Identity area
Reference code
GB RPSL PB-CORRESP-LB-101102-140
Title
Correspondence Regarding Bank Note Proofs and Security Measures
Date(s)
- London 15th Feby 1817. (Creation)
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1 page
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Language of material
English
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Summary: This page contains correspondence discussing the creation of bank note frames and the security of bank note proofs. It details an incident involving a £20 note proof, the history of sending proofs to banks, and subsequent security measures taken after a misuse incident. The letter is addressed to R. de Ayala and mentions several firms involved in the bank note business.
