I physically examined the 1954 $1 Bouey-Rasminsky, *V/V4400500 replacement note today.
The note was pulled from a bundle of 1954 $1 notes over 35 years ago and stored in an bank envelope
ever since. It was stored with a number of other notes and not in a mylar or acetate sleeve.
The note is definately original and authentic with good embossing and no evidence of processing.
The note has discoloured with time and has a cream colour to the paper. The note has signs of
handling including a moderate counting flick, corner push and some minor edge defects. The note would
conservatively grade AU and possibly AU/UNC, depending on who grades it. There are no folds, creases
or tears in the note.
I took a halogen desk light with me and showed the owner of the note all the nuances of the note and
explained the grading process with her. I recommended that she get at least 2 more grading opinions
before making any decision on the sale of the note.
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Arthur Richards
Contributor, Charlton Catalogue of Canadian Government Paper Money, 19th, 20th, 21st, 22nd and 29th Edition
Pricing Panel Member, Charlton Catalogue of Canadian Government Paper Money, 21st Edition 2009