Bidspirit auction | One Israel Pound Banknote (1

One Israel Pound Banknote (1 Pound) Bank Leumi Le Israel B.M. | 1952 - One Israel Pound banknote, denomination of 1 Pound, issued by Bank Leumi Le Israel B.M. in 1952, during the transitional and formative years of Israel’s monetary system. The banknote served as an official means of payment in daily circulation during the early years of the State of Israel. The note is printed in three languages: Hebrew, English, and Arabic. The obverse features a central Hebrew inscription with the denomination One Israel Pound within an elaborate ornamental frame, in green tones over a pinkish background. The reverse displays a complex symmetrical ornamental design with inscriptions in Arabic and English, including the legal tender statement. High-quality printing by American Bank Note Company, New York. Signatures: S. Hoofien A. Barth Series: R Serial Number: R078194 Physical Condition   Thick, firm, and crisp paper, with full original body. No visible creases. No sharp folds or fold lines observed. The note lies flat and retains its natural stiffness. Margins are full and relatively even. Coloration is uniform and well preserved. Only very light age toning, consistent with the period. No tears, holes, stains, or visible repairs. Final Grade: UNC- / AU+