PMG Attributing New Variety of China 1980 2 Yuan Notes
Posted on 3/27/2018
Paper Money Guaranty (PMG) is now attributing a new variety of China's 1980 2 Yuan note.
Attributed as 885af, these notes exhibit fluorescence under ultraviolent light, including a distinctive pattern on the back that resembles green diamonds. (The “f” stands for fluorescence.)
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| The fluorescence can be observed under UV light on the front of the 1980 2 Yuan note at left (885af), and is missing at right (885a). Click images to enlarge. |
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| The fluorescence can be observed under UV light on the back of the 1980 2 Yuan note at left (885af), and is missing at right (885a). Click images to enlarge. |
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These fluorescent properties have also been observed on replacement notes , which will be attributed as 885af*.
These varieties will be attributed automatically for no additional fee for eligible notes.
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| A fluorescent green diamond pattern can be observed under UV light on the back of the 1980 2 Yuan note at left, and is missing at right. Click images to enlarge. |
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The "Fluorescent Green Diamonds" pedigree is the only additional notation that will be used with Pick 885af and Pick 885af*. It is used exclusively for submissions from a specific PMG Authorized Dealer.
No additional attributions or special pedigrees will be accepted for this variety.
This new variety follows PMG’s decision to attribute other Chinese fluorescent varieties, including:
- the Pick 884bf 1980 1 Yuan variety (and 884bf* for replacements). To read more, click here.
- the Pick 885bf 1990 2 Yuan variety (and 885bf* for replacements). To read more, click here.
Please note that recognition and attribution of varieties is solely at PMG's discretion.