Overview
First Series Renminbi 1949 20 Yuan Small Sailboat Banknote: identification and appraisal guide
Keep First Series Renminbi 1949 20 Yuan Small Sailboat Banknote in its present condition while photographing the whole banknote, close-up details and any box or documents. The first comparison should connect the date wording 1949 with the complete view of the banknote.
Identification details
- Product name: First Series Renminbi 1949 20 Yuan Small Sailboat Banknote
- Category: banknote
- Date or decade shown: 1949
- Marks and details to photograph: the denomination, issue date, prefix or serial number, watermark and printing type
When the name is First Series Renminbi 1949 20 Yuan Small Sailboat Banknote, check the date wording 1949 on the item itself. Packaging can support that check but cannot replace it.
Photographs and condition
Capture the visible details in photos of full front and back, denomination, serial or prefix number, watermark, paper, edges, holder and certificate. Show the complete item once before adding tightly framed details.
Keep repairs or missing parts visible when photographing paper, creases, stains, pinholes, tears, edges and any holder or certificate. Describe damage and missing accessories separately from normal wear.
Storage, accessories and handover
While the details are being reviewed, keep each banknote flat in a clean archival sleeve, away from moisture and direct light. Do not fold, press, erase or clean it.
Throughout the review, keep each banknote or sheet with its holder, certificate, envelope and provenance documents.

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Appraisal services and practical guides
- First Series Renminbi Banknote Collection
- Appraisal Enquiries and Handover Arrangements
- Older Renminbi: Edition, Prefix, Paper and Storage Records
To prepare a banknote handover enquiry, send the photos by WhatsApp, or call +852 9453 0784. Include any purchase papers or provenance documents available.
For an initial appraisal, show both sides, serial number, denomination, signatures, margins and surface condition and note anything missing. At handover, the sleeve, certificate, invoice and other matching papers should remain with the correct banknote.