John will be attending the world's biggest paper money show in Valkenburg, Netherlands next week.  Commonly referred to as the Maastricht show because of its previous location, the show this year features a record number of dealers which is testament to the overall strength of the global paper money market.  We are certainly expecting a big show!  If you are in attendance be sure to come and see us.

John is travelling more regularly focusing on personal visits at the convenience of clients.

A spectacular 1920s Cerutty/Collins (R67c) note in superior condition and already commanding a great interest headlines our third edition of Portfolio which is now available.

On top of that, our previous listing of Type 1 $10 Specimen, which drew multiple orders, has led to a complete set now being available, but move fast, we expect tremendous interest.

Of course, just a few weeks out from the NZ election, and Kiwi notes are proving very popular right across the Australasian and South Pacific investment basin, while one of the world's most famous banknote 'errors' - the Seychelles 'SEX' note - punctuates an expanding range for British Colonial and QE II Portrait hunters.

It's a wonderful time to further explore your collectable and investment potential after the 2010 Cooper Review into Self-Managed Superannuation Funds heralded significant changes at legislative level, confirming banknotes as a legitimate and highly sought-after form of long-term investment.

In Edition 3 of Portfolio we offer a beautiful balance from the history-rich Australian 10 Shilling notes, the century-old first distinctive Commonwealth issues, a selection of highly sought after pre-decimal treasures, the five-note set commemorating the conversion to decimal currency on Valentine's Day 1966, and a stunning Specimen £1 from the Bank of New Zealand (already sold!).  Take a look, and delve into cherished history.

From all of us at John Pettit Rare Banknotes, I hope you enjoy Portfolio 3. 

Should you require a copy please contact the office directly on (02) 9235 0888 during business hours.

Kind regards

John Pettit

We will be exhibiting at the annual Australian Antique and Art Dealers Assocation at Randwick commencing on 7 September 2011 (gala preview) through until 11 September 2011.  

John Pettit will be a guest on the Money Show presented by Ross Greenwood on radio 2GB in Sydney and MTR1377 in Melbourne this evening after 7 p.m.  Tune in for the latest news in the world banknote market.

The latest edition of Portfolio is currently in production and it will be full of very interesting items for discerning collectors.