Overview
1949 20 Yuan Blue Liuhe Pagoda Banknote: identification and appraisal guide
Present 1949 20 Yuan Blue Liuhe Pagoda Banknote as a complete banknote in one clear overall image, followed by the details needed to review its name and condition. Use the first two images to connect the date wording 1949 to the present condition of the banknote.
Identification details
- Product name: 1949 20 Yuan Blue Liuhe Pagoda 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
The name 1949 20 Yuan Blue Liuhe Pagoda Banknote is supported by the date wording 1949 on the photographed item. Do not infer missing wording from an accessory alone.
Photographs and condition
After the overview, add clear photos of full front and back, denomination, serial or prefix number, watermark, paper, edges, holder and certificate. Take the overview first and the detail photographs from the same setup.
To record condition clearly, photograph paper, creases, stains, pinholes, tears, edges and any holder or certificate. Record the condition of the item and packaging as two related checks.
Storage, accessories and handover
After taking the photos, keep each banknote flat in a clean archival sleeve, away from moisture and direct light. Do not fold, press, erase or clean it.
From photography through handover, keep each banknote or sheet with its holder, certificate, envelope and provenance documents.

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To send the first banknote photo set, share the images on WhatsApp, or call +852 9453 0784. Add the collection location and note anything that is missing.
If a mark in both sides, serial number, denomination, signatures, margins and surface condition cannot be read, add a sharper close-up rather than guessing. Keep the sleeve, certificate, invoice and other matching papers with the banknote.