An epitome , classic example on evolution of banking system in India .

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Negotiable_Instruments_Act,_1881 (appears to be among the earliest specimen)

majorly unused....physical viewing in Mumbai or India available upon request...

never before never again collectible, printed in london ,by  batho sprague & co.

seldom offered such collectible item ,circa 1880s

approx 65 unused cheques with slip + about 30 used slips with high profile transactions

those days format was Rupees ,Annas & pies as seen in images on the slips side

 each cheque leaf on reverse side bears a  " one anna" stamp with queen portrait .

"BATHO SPRAGUE & CO LONDON PRINTED"

A very interesting piece of history to own...extremely unique collectible having survived over 140 years.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grindlays_Bank (National bank of India brief history for reference)

hand delivery only ...ideally  in Mumbai or India....or request

NO PAYPAL PLEASE....UPI /BANK TRANSFER/..COD ACCEPTED.

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