Important British, Irish and World Banknotes

Douglas & Isle of Man Bank, One Pound, 1 July 1841, serial number unclear, signed by James Holmes (Quarmby 231). Pinholes and a small hole in body, otherwise very good (£60-80)

This lot was sold as part of a special collection, The Godfrey Burr Collection.

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The Douglas & Isle of Man Bank was founded in 1815 by Henry Holmes (†1826) and his three sons, Henry (†1848), John (†1849) and James (†November 1853). The bank was a subsidiary of the Holmes’ general trading business, which encompassed fish curing, wines and spirits, shipping and property. After the death of the last partner the bank of Messrs Dumbell, Son, & Howard was established under the same title