Best Large Size Set |
Large Size Silver Certificates
| 1899 Black Eagle $1 Complete Set (with Star Notes), Fr. 226-236 |
Black Eagles with Stars
Judge's Comments:
It is difficult to argue with perfection and
this set has undoubtedly achieved that in spades. With every note represented and only a single note not
imaged, Mike's Black Eagle set is not only well presented but also includes some of the finest examples
of these popular, large-size silver certificates to be found on the PMG Registry. The obvious kingpin of
this extraordinary set is the 229a graded at a 64 EPQ, garnering 5,428 points alone. Many other
competitive sets in this category are either devoid of this key note or have included circulated examples.
This would simply not do, however, for a collection of this quality. With only 3 notes grading lower than Uncirculated,
2 missing the EPQ designation, and numerous examples graded at the mind-blowingly exceptional level of 68 EPQ it
would be particularly difficult to even attempt to remove this set from its place at the summit of this highly
competitive category within the Registry. Once again, Mike's Notes has produced another masterpiece that
quite simply left our panel of judges astounded.
| 46766 |
Best Small Size Set |
Small Size Emergency Notes
| North Africa Complete Set, All Stars, All Varieties, All Blocks |
WEG Emergencys; Part 1: N. Africa, the Ultimate Challenge
Judge's Comments:
Combining quality and historical significance,
WEG's extensive collection of North African Emergency small-size silver certificates is an overwhelming example
of numismatic excellence. Of particular interest is the inclusion of a very attractive example of the unimaginably
difficult Fr. #2308 graded VF 30. The fact that the note is included at all represents a major achievement for
any collector of paper money, but the added satisfaction of holding such a strong and visually appealing
specimen is certainly deserving of acclaim. With only the 1934 $10 "B-A" block and the epically scarce 1934 $10
star missing from the set, this collection is as complete as would be plausible. Additionally, WEG's
Ultimate Challenge is a shining example of the full utilization of the PMG Registry with all represented
notes both imaged and individually described. With only two notes to go — ultra rarities they may be — before
full completion is attained, our panel of judges has no doubt that WEG is hot on the trail of a 1934 $10 star
and will remain an honored member of the PMG Registry for many years to come.
| 26595 |
Best World Set |
World
| World |
Iraq Currency Board Banknotes
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Best Overall Set |
Small Size Varieties
| Small Size Varieties |
THE ULTIMATE $1 SILVER CERTIFICATE SET
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Best Presented Set |
World
| World |
Allied Military Currency Japan Area (Zone) "A"
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Best Presented Set |
World
| World |
Allied Military Currency Japan Area (Zone) "B"
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