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GB RPSL PB-CORRESP-GEN-100002-81
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Letter regarding antiphotographic tint for banknotes
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- 20th March (Creation)
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1 page
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English
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Summary: Letter sent to C. H. Pullin at Banco Internacional de Guatemala discussing the proposal and benefits of adding an antiphotographic tint to banknotes as a security measure against forgery. The letter also addresses pricing and shipping details for the new notes, and mentions that the proposal is based on information from Mr. Etheridge regarding previous forgeries.