Overview
Second Series Renminbi 10 Yuan 'Great Black Ten' Banknote: identification and appraisal guide
Keep Second Series Renminbi 10 Yuan 'Great Black Ten' Banknote in its present condition while photographing the whole banknote, close-up details and any box or documents. Do not separate the banknote from its accessories until the denomination 10 yuan has been documented.
Identification details
- Category: banknote
- Marks and details to photograph: the denomination, issue date, prefix or serial number, watermark and printing type
- Product name: Second Series Renminbi 10 Yuan 'Great Black Ten' Banknote
- Denomination: 10 yuan
Use the denomination 10 yuan as the first check for Second Series Renminbi 10 Yuan 'Great Black Ten' Banknote. Photograph the item before separating it from the sleeve, certificate, invoice and other matching papers.
Photographs and condition
Complete the overview with clear details of full front and back, denomination, serial or prefix number, watermark, paper, edges, holder and certificate. Show both the readable detail and its position on the item.
Photograph paper, creases, stains, pinholes, tears, edges and any holder or certificate. Show wear in context and include a closer image of any serious damage.
Storage, accessories and handover
For safe short-term care, keep each banknote flat in a clean archival sleeve, away from moisture and direct light. Do not fold, press, erase or clean it.
When preparing for collection, keep each banknote or sheet with its holder, certificate, envelope and provenance documents.

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- First Series Renminbi Banknote Collection
- Appraisal Enquiries and Handover Arrangements
- Older Renminbi: Edition, Prefix, Paper and Storage Records
For an initial opinion on this banknote, send the overview and close-ups on WhatsApp, or call +852 9453 0784. State the location and whether original packaging is present.
Before arranging collection, photograph both sides, serial number, denomination, signatures, margins and surface condition. Include the matching packaging so Second Series Renminbi 10 Yuan 'Great Black Ten' Banknote can be compared with the item presented.