Session 1
Colonial Notes
Connecticut October 10, 1771 10s PCGS Apparent Very Fine 25. PCGS mentions a repaired center split on their holder, and they are indeed correct, but the repair is super-well executed. This is still an attractive piece for the grade. It is a very rare note, and even rarer in uncancelled form, as this note is. The new Newman book lists this note at $1000 in VF, with nothing higher.
Connecticut May 10, 1775 40s PMG About Uncirculated 50 EPQ. This is a rare note when found uncancelled and in this grade. Also, it is not priced above VF in the Newman reference.
Connecticut June 19, 1776 6d Choice New. The note has a slit cancel, but it is crisp and bright.
New Jersey October 20, 1758 15s PCGS Apparent Good 06. This is only the fourth one of these that we have offered over the years and all have been in the lower grades. Not surprising, as only 2000 15s notes were issued. PCGS assigned the apparent grade due to a repaired center split.
New Jersey April 12, 1760 15s PCGS Apparent Very Fine 20. The apparent grade is due to the typical strengthened center fold as well as signatures redrawn. The redrawn signatures are a very tough catch and PCGS is correct. The note faces up like a VF and it is number 4934 of 9000 printed.
New Jersey April 8, 1762 £6 PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. This is number 269 from an incredibly small original printing of 1219 pieces. Interestingly, the note is very distinctly printed in red and black, although Newman states that this £6 note is printed in red and blue on the face. PMG correctly notes stain repairs, which are on the back and are quite small.
New Jersey January 9, 1781 4s PMG About Uncirculated 53. This is the first example of this denomination that PMG has graded, which, after almost five years in business, has certainly begun to have some meaning. The entire issue is rare, but for some reason, this 4s note seems a bit scarcer than the others. These book for $1000 in XF in the recent Newman.
New York February 16, 1771 £10 PCGS Apparent Extremely Fine 45. A nicely margined example, this was the largest denomination for the issue. Newman prices this note at $500 in VF. After a suggestion was made in the newspaper, this issue was heavily counterfeited. Only 6000 of these notes were printed. The "NEW YORK" along the left border reads downward rather than upward, as opposed to the rest of the issue, as an anti-counterfeiting device. Hugh Gaine printed this issue on thin laid paper. Theophylact Bache's signature has largely faded, but the signatures of Samuel Verplanck and A. Lott remain bold. A repaired center split was listed as the reason for the apparent grade. Tape is seen on the back of the note at center. An argument could be made that this is a counterfeit. The diagnostics listed in Newman for counterfeits are as follow: the "k" of York tilts to the left, the top of the "s" in pounds rises 30 degrees to the left, and the left ball in the bottom border is not centered under the vertical CCs.
North Carolina April 4, 1748 20s PMG Very Good 8 Net. Netted down to VG 8 for a tape repair, this 20s unicorn note faces up like a piece many points higher. The vignette in particular is absolutely perfect, with even the twists of the unicorn's horn easily seen.
North Carolina 1756 - 1757 (written dates) £5 Very Good. These are unpriced in any grade in both Friedberg and Newman. What is there, grades VG, repaired, with several large pieces missing. Still, it is a rare note.
North Carolina April 23, 1761 20s PCGS Apparent Very Fine 20. Only 6506 pieces were printed, with all four signatures clearly seen on this example. Many endorsements as usual are observed on the back. The apparent grade is due to repaired tears with vintage materials.
North Carolina April 23, 1761 40s PCGS Apparent Extremely Fine 40. Despite edge splits this note faces up quite nicely for the grade.
North Carolina December, 1771 £3 PCGS Apparent Extremely Fine 40. The detail of the Magna Carta vignette is strong and all four signatures are present. The "I. ASHE" stamp is seen on the back along with a few more endorsements. Only 3000 of these notes were issued. The apparent grade is due to a nicely done repaired edge split.
North Carolina April 2, 1776 $1/4 "Bird Vignette" PCGS Apparent Very Fine 25. This is the only example of this bird vignette note that Heritage has handled. This is an extremely rare note. PMG has graded only seven examples of all eight different quarter-dollar denominations combined, with no breakdown as to vignette and PCGS has not as yet published a Colonial census. The apparent grade is due to a repaired center split and some short edge tears, but the note faces up beautifully, with the look of a solid VF.
North Carolina April 2, 1776 $5 "Triton Vignette" PCGS Apparent Very Fine 25. There are a few minor repaired edge tears which account for the apparent grade, but this Triton vignette note is very substantially a lovely VF, with a bold vignette, decent centering, and four strong signatures. The note contains several interesting engraving anomalies, the most notable of which are, "April d2" rather than April 2d in the date and a lightly engraved face in the "O" of "Dollars" in the top margin.
North Carolina May 15, 1779 $25 PCGS Apparent About New 50. This is the variety bearing the motto, "A free Commerce." In the right-hand border, the word "Dollars" is spelled with a "Q" rather than an "O." Oft times, these seeming mistakes were deliberately done as sort of "secret marks," which in theory counterfeiters would somehow not notice and therefore neglect to copy. Likely more often than not, these secret marks were simple misteakes. The secret mark story was simply a cover up for sloppy work. This cataloger often includes secret marks in his wrqte ups. The note is not priced above the XF grade in Newman, where it is valued at $1000. This nice About New has a repaired edge split at the top center which accounts for the apparent grade.
Pennsylvania May 1, 1760 10s PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. PMG has graded only three of this rare number, with this example being tied with one other for the nicest. It is net graded for the near-mandatory split repair at the ends of the horizontal center fold. From the face, it has the visual appearance of a VF 35, with bold printing, a clear serial number, and all three signatures deep, dark, and crystal clear. The back is a tad weaker, and that, along with the edge splits, accounts for the Net 15 grade. If the nearly invisible split repairs do not concern you, this A-position note is one heck of a good-looking 1760 Pennsylvania.
Pennsylvania March 10, 1769 2s/6d PCGS Fine 15. This issue is known as "Bettering House Money," and according to Newman, it was "authorized by the February 18, 1769 Act for the relief and employment of the poor in Philadelphia." We have handled only a few of these over the years, the majority of which were very low grade. This half-crown note is certainly the full Fine that's been assigned to it, and it has a fair amount of claim to the VF grade. All three signatures are strong and the note is very well margined. It is priced at $1000 in Fine in Newman.
Pennsylvania March 10, 1769 5s PMG Very Good 10. A very nice note from the "Bettering House Money" issue. The higher denominations had smaller print figures. This is a well signed and problem-free piece.
Pennsylvania March 10, 1769 20s PCGS Apparent Very Fine 20. This is a deceptively scarce issue that is not often seen. A repaired center split and a repaired corner are noticed.
Virginia May 3, 1779 $50 PMG Fine 12 Net. This elusive note has the eye appeal of a decent VF, but net graded for the presence of a small amount of restoration tape in the back upper corners. Newman values these at $500 in VG, $1500 in Fine, and $3000 in VF.
Virginia May 7, 1781 $40 PCGS Extremely Fine 40PPQ. This is a beautiful note and undoubtedly quite rare as it is one of only 2761 issued. The nicely signed note is beautifully margined and it also possesses the appearance of a nice high-end XF.
Fractional Currency
Fr. 1279 25c First Issue PMG Choice Uncirculated 63 EPQ. This note exhibits the classic dark chocolate brown ink.
Fr. 1281 25c First Issue Very Choice New. This well preserved piece sports excellent color.
Fr. 1245 10c Second Issue About New. This piece was once mounted with stamp hinges. The paper shows some foxing.
Fr. 1314SP 50c Second Issue Narrow Margin Back PCGS Apparent Choice New 63. The apparent grade is due to mounting remnants from a Shield on back. Many specimens were once part of Fractional Currency Shields.
Fr. 1314SP 50c Second Issue Narrow Margin Face PCGS Apparent Choice About New 58. The bronze oval is neatly placed around the portrait. The apparent grade is due to mounting remnants from a Shield on back.
Fr. 1226SP 3¢ Third Issue Face Narrow Margin PMG Choice About Unc 58, hinged
Fr. 1226SP 3¢ Third Issue Back Narrow Margin PMG Choice Uncirculated 64, hinging (sic). This is a pleasing pair of specimens.
Fr. 1251 10c Third Issue PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ. The bronzing and margins are nice on this lovely example. PMG has graded only one note higher and the same holds true for PCGS.
Fr. 1253 10c Third Issue PMG Choice About Unc 58 EPQ. This is a nicely margined, hand signed note.
Fr. 1298 25c Third Issue PMG Choice About Unc 58 EPQ. This is a much scarcer Friedberg number than 1297.
Fr. 1343SP 50c Third Issue Justice Wide Margin Face About New. This specimen was once mounted on a Shield.
Fr. 1355 50c Third Issue Justice PMG Choice Uncirculated 63 Net. Embossing is visible through the holder on this attractive note that retains nice color. Colby and Spinner hand-signed this Red Back Justice. PMG included a comment concerning an ink burn in Spinner's signature. This is a not uncommon condition for these personally signed notes, because of the acidic ink of the times.
Fr. 1372 50c Third Issue Justice PMG Choice About Unc 58. The bronze overprint is strong on this scarce fiber paper note that is missing its lower right corner tip starting at the frame line.
Fr. 1266 10c Fifth Issue PMG Choice Uncirculated 64. All four margins are more than ample for the grade.
Bronze Age (1970-1979)
Fr. 1309 25c Fifth Issue PMG Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ. This well margined Short Key Walker has great eye appeal.
Fractional Currency
Fr. 1381 50c Fifth Issue PMG About Uncirculated 55. Ideal inks and paper are observed on this "Bob Hope" note. Crawford's resemblance to Bob Hope led to the nickname.
Military Payment Certificates
Series 641 $5 Fine Seven Examples. Each of these notes have rusty staple holes of varying degrees. There will be no returns on this lot for any reason.
Series 651 5¢ PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ. The fractional denominations of this issue were unknown for many years.
Series 651 10¢ PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ. This scarce Dime is from a series that had fractional pieces circulate only in Japan and Libya.
Series 651 25¢ PMG Very Fine 30. This is a highly unusual note for this series and denomination as it shows signs of circulation. The Fractional denominations of this issue were unknown for many years and generally those that have turned up are in new condition. In fact, this is the lowest PMG or PCGS graded example for all of Series 651 and that includes the dollar denominations.
Series 651 $5 PMG Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ. Besides the EPQ grade modifier, this well preserved note has a "great embossing" statement.
Series 692 $20 Very Fine Five Examples. A couple of the notes have rusty staple holes and one has a partial teller stamp. There will be no returns on this lot for any reason.
Canadian Currency
DC-26l $2 1923
This Campbell-Clark Black Seal Group 4 note comes from Series W. Very Good-Fine.
BC-21c $1 1937
The green and black inks and the lovely portrait of King George VI, engraved by Robert Savage based on a photograph by Bertram Park, add to the visual appeal of these notes. PMG Choice About Unc 58.
BC-22b $2 1937
Paper originality and excellent color has earned this $2 the EPQ grade modifier. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ.
Confederate Notes
T67 $20 1864 Two Examples.
One note grades Choice AU with a ink blot on the back (careless Confederates) and the other note grades VF with edge splits and a missing lower right corner. There will be no returns on this lot for any reason.
Obsoletes By State
Coulterville, CA- Merced Gold Mining Company Blank Check Strip of Three circa 1890's
A two cent revenue imprint is found on these checks that were payable at the Atlas National Bank of Boston. Choice About Uncirculated.
Norwich, CT- Norwich Bank $100 June 1, 1859 C316
This counterfeit is very popular due to the Declaration of Independence vignette. Genuine notes with this design are listed as SENC, "Surviving Example Not Confirmed," in the Haxby reference. Fine, with more than a few pinholes and small edge splits.
Norwich, CT- Norwich Bank $100 circa 1859 C316 Two Examples
The Suffolk Bank of Boston burn-branded this C-note duo as "counterfeit." Very Good. There will be no returns on this lot for any reason.
Norwich CT- Andrew & Nash, Payable at Uncas Bank 25¢ Oct. 18,1862
This is a rare scrip note with a sharp pen signature. Fine, with a few small edge splits and some foxing.
Voluntown, CT- The Granite Bank $1 Nov. 2, 1857 Three Examples
This trio from an elusive bank grades VF, Fine; and AG with a large contemporary repair. This was a non-existent bank. There will be no returns on this lot for any reason.
Washington, DC- Chesapeake & Ohio Canal Co. $20 July 9, 1840
Solid edges surround this $20 that carries medallion portraits of Washington and Lafayette. Bright Fine.
Savannah, GA- Bank of the State of Georgia 5¢ Dec. 10, 1861
This bank operated from 1815 until the 1860's and it had several branches. Bright Fine.
Lockport, IL- State Bank of Illinois $2.50 Mar. 1, 1841
The cut cancel has been partially repaired and the upper right corner has been repaired. Fine.
New Albany, (IN?)- City of New Albany 50¢
The state is not printed on this remainder. Indiana is our best guess. If you know otherwise, please let us know. Portraits are seldom found on scrip, with this note displaying a well executed example. Very Fine-Extremely Fine.
Dubuque, IA- Dubuque Central Improvement Company $3 Feb. 1, 1858
There are a few small spots of adhesive on this $3. Very Fine.
Lyons City, IA- Treasurer of Lyons City $1 Oct. 21, 1858
An endorsement is found on the back of this Extremely Fine $1.
New Orleans, LA- Citizens' Bank $1
President Fillmore's portrait is found on this embossed remainder. Very Choice Crisp Uncirculated.
Plaquemine, LA- Corporation of Plaquemine 5¢ Mar. 1, 1862
This is the variety with three soldiers at right. The thin paper is above average for the grade. Fine.
Cumberland, MD- Allegany County Bank $2 June 1, 1861
This attractive ABNCo Deuce carries two classic vignettes in Obsoletes - Boy and Horse at Stream and the Calmady Girls. Very Good, with an ink spot on the back.
Hagerstown, MD- Hagerstown Bank $10
This beautiful remainder was serial numbered, but not dated or signed. Very Choice Crisp Uncirculated.
Hagerstown, MD- Valley Bank $5 Jan. 31, 1855
President A. Clark would close this bank's doors for the final time in 1856. Very Fine, once hinged.
Port Deposit, MD- Susquehanna Bank $3 Aug. 28, 1837
The bank operated from 1834-38. Even circulation is observed on this Very Good-Fine $3 with writing on the back.
Adrian, MI- Adrian Insurance Co. $2 Nov. 15, 1852
This insurance company closed in 1853. Fine.
New Brunswick, NJ- State Bank at New Brunswick $1
A horizontal fold is found on this cashier signed remainder. About Uncirculated.
Perth Amboy, NJ- Commercial Bank $2 July 10, 1856
Maritime and rural vignettes are found on this $2. Very Good-Fine.
New-York, NY- City Trust & Banking Company $1 Dec. 26, 1839
This bank was open only from 1839-41. This is a post note payable in six months after date. Fine with a small hole at center.
Sandusky, OH- Nes Silicon Steel Co. $2
This post note remainder is signed by the president of the steel company. Choice About Uncirculated.
Providence, RI- Bank of the Republic $1 Aug. 17, 1855
This is an evenly circulated example. A small punch cancel hole is noticed. Very Good, POC.
Mineral Point, WI- Bank of Mineral Point $20 Jan. 1, 1840
There is a bit of dispute about this bank, considering that Haxby labels it a non-existent bank which issued fraudulent notes, whereas the Krause reference deems the issue genuine and calls the institution a Territorial bank. Whatever the case, this is still a scarce bank. Very Fine.
Error Notes
Fr. 1909-? $1 1977 Federal Reserve Note. PMG Very Fine 30.
The third printing is completely missing from this $1 FRN.
Fr. 1911-E $1 1981 Federal Reserve Notes. Error Uncut Sheet of 32. Crisp Uncirculated. The H1 position of this E-E block sheet is an engraving error, with the incorrect back plate number of 7273 instead of 3273. There is handling in the corners that reaches into the notes, but it still is a great error sheet. There will be no returns on this lot for any reason.
Fr. 1912-H $1 1981A Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Superb Gem New 67PPQ.
This is an example of the famed Back Plate 129 error. The pantograph operator inadvertently engraved back plate number 129 to the left instead of the normal right position.
Small Size
Fr. 1500 $1 1928 Legal Tender Note. Good.
This $1 Legal can now be your cherished wallet piece.
Fr. 1507 $2 1928F Legal Tender Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ.
Huge margins grace this $2.
Fr. 1507 $2 1928F Legal Tender Note. PMG Choice Uncirculated 63 EPQ.
A natural paper ripple is noticed on this original $2.
Fr. 1511 $2 1953B Legal Tender Note. PCGS Super Gem New 67PPQ. Two Consecutive Examples
Fr. 1513 $2 1963 Legal Tender Note. PCGS Superb Gem New 67PPQ Two Examples. PCGS Superb Gem New 68PPQ. One Example.
This lot contains a total of five very appealing $2 Legals, including one consecutive pair.
Fr. 1511* $2 1953B Legal Tender Star Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ.
In addition to the EPQ designation, PMG also added a comment concerning the "great embossing" seen on this appealing $2 Star.
Fr. 1513* $2 1963 Legal Tender Star Notes. Two Consecutive Examples. Very Choice Crisp Uncirculated.
The teeth of the Treasury Seal are boldly embossed.
Fr. 1527 $5 1928B Legal Tender Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ.
A lovely legal with punch through embossing and even margins.
Fr. 1527 $5 1928B Mule Legal Tender Note. PMG About Uncirculated 55.
An attractive mule with a fire engine red overprint.
Fr. 1528 $5 1928C Legal Tender Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ.
Cavernous embossing is noticed throughout.
Fr. 1530 $5 1928E Legal Tender Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ.
Ample margins and color add to the appeal of this $5 Legal that has earned the accolades "Exceptional Paper Quality, Great Embossing" from PMG.
Fr. 1530 $5 1928E Legal Tender Note. PMG About Uncirculated 55.
Traces of embossing are noticed.
Fr. 1531 $5 1928F Wide I Legal Tender Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ.
Embossing and natural paper wave are observed on this $5 Legal.
Fr. 1550 $100 1966 Legal Tender Note. PCGS Choice About New 58.
Wide margins and great color are observed on this lightly handled $100 Legal.
Fr. 1550 $100 1966 Legal Tender Note. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.
An always popular note that has a vivid red overprint and faces up nicely for the grade.
Fr. 1600 $1 1928 Silver Certificate. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ.
Original paper surfaces and a beautiful blue overprint makes this $1 Silver stand out.
Fr. 1600 $1 1928 Silver Certificate. PMG Choice About Unc 58 EPQ.
Dark inks and exceptionally deep embossing grace this note.
Fr. 1601 $1 1928A Silver Certificate. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64.
Cavernous embossing can be seen through the holder.
$1 Funny Backs.
Fr. 1601 $1 1928A Silver Certificates. Eleven Examples
Fr. 1602 $1 1928B Silver Certificate.
Twelve notes are included in this lot, ranging from Very Good or better. There will be no returns on this lot for any reason.
Fr. 1602 $1 1928B Silver Certificate. PMG Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ.
Original surfaces and deep embossing lend itself to this eye appealing silver certificate.
Fr. 1602* $1 1928B Silver Certificate. PMG Fine 12.
This nicely margined Funny Back replacement suffers from an approximate half inch margin tear.
Fr. 1609/1610 $1 1935A "R" & "S" Silver Certificates. Very Good+.
These experimentals were originally released in the Chicago area during June 1944. The "R" notes are the regular paper notes and the "S" notes are the special paper notes. Some data was obtained as to the ratio of "R" to "S" notes returned as unfit for circulation, but the Treasury Department and the BEP were unable to fully analyze the results and the special paper idea was dropped. The blame for the failure of the government experiment fell upon the notes being too easy to recognize by collectors and the general public. Both of these notes have snappy paper and they are well matched.
Fr. 1619 $1 1957 Silver Certificates. Eleven Examples. PCGS Superb Gem New 67PPQ.
This lot contains a total of eleven appealing $1 Silver Certificates, including a consecutive group of seven notes and a consecutive pair.
$1 Silver Certificates. Very Choice Crisp Uncirculated or Better.
Fr. 1619 $1 1957 Silver Certificates. Three Consecutive Examples
Fr. 1620 $1 1957A Silver Certificates. Five Examples.
Fr. 1621 $1 1957B Silver Certificates. Three Examples.
Fr. 1619* $1 1957 Silver Certificate Star. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64.
This Star is from the desirable D block. Less than 3% of the Stars for the 1957 Series are of the *-D block persuasion.
Fr. 1653 $5 1934C Silver Certificate. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ.
The rare Narrow Face variety is found on only face plate numbers 2028-31. This example is from face plate 2030. In fact, Narrow notes represent roughly only 2.5% of the entire 1934C issue. This note becomes a new low serial number for Schwartz-Lindquist. Also, the Narrow Q-A block is unpriced in any grade in that reference. Rarity and quality are the traits of this beautiful note.
Fr. 1706 $10 1953 Silver Certificate. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ.
Excellent framing and bold embossing adorn this lovely example.
Fr. 1706 $10 1953 Silver Certificate. PMG Choice About Unc 58.
An utterly original note with deep embossing.
Fr. 1708 $10 1953B Silver Certificate. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ.
This EPQ note has wide margins and original paper surfaces.
Fr. 1870-D; E; F; J $20 1929 Federal Reserve Bank Notes. Fine.
The Richmond $20 has a little bit of rust.
Fr. 1870-G $20 1929 Federal Reserve Bank Notes. Two Examples. Fine or Better.
The "or better" note has a little pencil to the left of the portrait.
Fr. 1890-G $100 1929 Federal Reserve Bank Note. Fine.
Teller graffiti is found on the face and pencil writing plus a teller stamp of May 3, 1935 are located on the back.
Courtesy Autographed Fr. 1908-B $1 1974 Federal Reserve Note. About Uncirculated.
Francine I. Neff autographed this note above her engraved signature.
Matching Serial Numbers.
Fr. 1924-F $1 1999 Federal Reserve Note. Superb Gem CU
Fr. 1928-E $1 2003 Federal Reserve Note. Superb Gem CU.
Both of these beauties have near-solid serial number 43333333.
Fr. 1935-G* $2 1976 Federal Reserve Star Note. PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ.
PMG has graded only one example of this Star higher.
First Day Postally Cancelled Fr. 1935-J $2 1976 Federal Reserve Notes. Six Consecutive Examples. Crisp Uncirculated.
These notes were first day cancelled (April 13, 1976) at the Philatelic Center in Omaha, Nebraska and thus they have a special stamp collecting postal cancel.
Fr. 1952-H $5 1928B Federal Reserve Note. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ.
Natural paper surfaces and dark inks are characteristics of this attractive St. Louis FRN.
Fr. 1955-K $5 1934 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ.
Embossing, great margins, and bold color are attributes of this lovely LGS example.
Fr. 2004-K $10 1934 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 65PPQ.
Bold embossing, natural paper wave, and great color are traits of this $10 LGS example.
Fancy Serial Number Fr. 2039-F $10 2004A Federal Reserve Note. PMG Superb Gem Unc 67 EPQ.
The serial number for this well preserved $10 starts off with six straight "3's."
Fr. 2054-K $20 1934 Light Green Seal Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Gem New 66PPQ.
This is a beautiful Dallas $20 with ideal inks and four wide margins.
Fr. 2057-L $20 1934C Federal Reserve Note. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ.
This is the highest example by eight grade points with none equal that has been graded by PMG.
Fr. 2151-G $100 1928A Federal Reserve Note. CGA Very Fine 25
Fr. 2151-L $100 1928A Federal Reserve Note. PMG Very Fine 20.
The Chicago $100 has a partial bank stamp to the left of the portrait and the San Fran $100 has some rust.
Fr. 2152-D $100 1934 Federal Reserve Note. PCGS Choice About New 55.
No handling is noticed through the third party holder.
Fr. 2202-F $500 1934A Federal Reserve Note. PMG About Uncirculated 53 EPQ.
This would be a nice example for type.
Fr. 2300 $1 1935A Hawaii Silver Certificate. PMG Choice Fine 15.
This is an evenly circulated $1 Hawaii.
Fr. 2309 $10 1934A North Africa Silver Certificate. Very Fine+.
This North Africa note has excellent color and original paper surfaces.
Fr. 2402 $20 1928 Gold Certificate. PMG Very Fine 25 EPQ.
A dark third printing still inhabits this $20 Gold.
Fr. 2402 $20 1928 Gold Certificate. PMG Very Fine 25.
This $20 has a nice overprint for the grade.
Large Size
Fr. 39 $1 1917 Legal Tender Very Fine. An always-popular type, in perfectly collectible condition.
Fr. 39 $1 1917 Legal Tender Fine-Very Fine. A little dark for the full VF grade.
Fr. 39 $1 1917 Legal Tender Very Good. This Legal Ace has a bright red overprint and a minimal amount of the typical problems seen for this grade.
Fr. 60 $2 1917 Legal Tender Fine. A problem-free example with a little more soil on the back than the face.
Fr. 60 $2 1917 Legal Tender About Fine. Well circulated but problem free.
Fr. 89 $5 1907 Legal Tender PMG Extremely Fine 40. This is one of only two Friedberg Woodchopper numbers that currently have less than 100 examples in the census for the 1907 Series (the other is Fr. 86.) Dark inks and embossing are noticed.
Fr. 91 $5 1907 Legal Tender Fine. Solid for the grade, with no problems but the normal circulation. A nice Woodchopper for a set of circ's.
Fr. 233 $1 1899 Silver Certificate Fine-Very Fine. Evenly circulated, but with soil on the face in places.
Fr. 236 $1 1899 Silver Certificate Fine. An evenly circulated example of this final Black Eagle signature combination.
Fr. 237 $1 1923 Silver Certificate PCGS Gem New 66PPQ. Original paper surfaces, dark inks, and wide margins are traits of this well preserved $1 Silver.
Fr. 238 $1 1923 Silver Certificates Two Examples. One note grades VF-XF, toned and the other note grades XF. Twenty-five serial numbers separate these two notes.
Five Fr. 238 $1 1923 Silver Certificates. The best is a solid, problem-free XF. There are two VF's, one with a light stain and one with a soiled back, and two Fines, both with wallet staining.
Fr. 238 $1 1923 Silver Certificates Two Examples. This duo from the last block for Series of 1923 $1 Silvers grades a bright Fine-Very Fine and Very Fine-Extremely Fine.
Fr. 237 $1 1923 Silver Certificate Fine
Fr. 238 $1 1923 Silver Certificate Two Examples Fine.
Two of the three signature combinations for this design are included in this lot.
Fr. 256 $2 1899 Silver Certificate PMG Choice Fine 15. This is a Face Plate II variety and it has the face plate number to the right and level with the bottom of the plate letter found in the lower right corner. Face Plate I variety notes have the plate number immediately below the plate letter in the lower right-hand corner. The changeover for these types occurred at plate numbers 3955 and 3956.
Fr. 256 $2 1899 Silver Certificate PMG Choice Fine 15. This is a Face Plate I variety that has the plate number immediately below the plate letter in the lower right-hand corner. The Face Plate II variety has the face plate number to the right and level with the bottom of the plate letter. The changeover for these types occurred at plate numbers 665 and 666. The FPI variety is a little scarcer than the FPII variety.
Fr. 256 $2 1899 Silver Certificate Very Good-Fine. There is an edge tear at the bottom, and the back is weaker than the face.
Fr. 257 $2 1899 Silver Certificate PMG Very Fine 25. This is the fourth toughest Friedberg number for this design. In fact, the census population of Fr. 258 dwarfs 257.
Fr. 279 $5 1899 Silver Certificate Good-Very Good. Much more intact than the grade implies, this is as perfect a Chief for this grade level as can be obtained.
Fr. 727 $1 1918 Federal Reserve Bank Note Good-Very Good. Soiled and with minor edge tears... really even circulation for this grade.
Fr. 728 $1 1918 Federal Reserve Bank Note PCGS Very Fine 25. This attractive mid-grade Chicago Ace has nice color and bright paper.
Fr. 740 $1 1918 Federal Reserve Bank Note Good-Very Good. Several edge splits and the normal soil, but really not that bad for a heavily circulated Dallas FRBN Ace.
Fr. 833b $5 1914 Red Seal Federal Reserve Note PCGS Apparent Very Fine 20. The overprint has faded on this New York Red Seal $5.
Fr. 834b $5 1914 Red Seal Federal Reserve Note Very Good. The red seal and serial numbers on this early Fed are way brighter than what's typically associated with this grade. A very nearly problem-free well circulated example.
Fr. 893b $10 1914 Red Seal Federal Reserve Note PMG Very Fine 20. Even circulation is observed on this New York $10.
Fr. 895a $10 1914 Red Seal Federal Reserve Note Good. A much scarcer Cleveland District "a" Red Seal. Even in this low grade, there is enough rarity to matter. The edges, particularly the bottom edge, are quite rough.
Fr. 919a $10 1914 Federal Reserve Note Fine. Save for a small tear at the bottom, the note is perfect for the grade.
Fr. 991b $20 1914 Federal Reserve Note Fine. There's a number of small edge splits on this slightly scarcer "b" type FRN.
Fr. 1099 $100 1914 Federal Reserve Note PMG Very Good 8 Net. This Cleveland $100 has a face that is better looking than its overall grade. The net grade is due to splits.
Fr. 1172 $10 1907 Gold Certificate PMG Very Fine 30 EPQ. Only 17% of the VF 30's for this Friedberg number graded by PMG are able to earn the EPQ grade modifier.
Fr. 1173 $10 1922 Gold Certificate PMG Fine 12. The staining mentioned on the label is very minor on this note.
Fr. 1173 $10 1922 Gold Certificate Very Good-Fine. An excellent example of the grade, with more gold back color than one would expect.
Fr. 1187 $20 1922 Gold Certificate PMG Choice Fine 15. An exhibit of large and small size Gold Certificates would be a nice endeavor for a coin show.
Fr. 1187 $20 1922 Gold Certificate PMG Fine 12. Gold Certificates were illegal to own from 1933 to 1964.
Fr. 1187 $20 1922 Mule Gold Certificate PMG Fine 12. This $20 Mule Gold faces up well for the grade.
Fr. 1187 $20 1922 Gold Certificate PMG Fine 12. For the Speelman-White signature combination, the $10 and $50 Gold Certificates have both small and large serial number varieties, while the $20 Golds have only one serial number size.
National Bank Notes
Linton, IN - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The First NB Ch. # 7411
This is a new note for the census and it immediately becomes the piece with the highest grade by a large margin for this Greene County bank. Strong bank title embossing has earned this $10 its EPQ grade modifier, too. PMG About Uncirculated 55 EPQ.
Detroit, MI - $10 1902 Date Back Fr. 618 The NB of Commerce Ch. # (M)8703
This Fine-Very Fine $10 has original paper surfaces and the printed signatures of S.R. Kingston and Richard P. Joy. A couple of pinholes are noticed.
Columbus, MS - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The NB of Commerce Ch. # 10361
Nice color, four full margins, and original paper surfaces describe this Very Fine-Extremely Fine $10. It is a new note for the census that becomes the second nicest Type 1 documented on this Lowndes County bank.
Saint Louis, MO - $5 1902 Plain Back Fr. 601 The NB of Commerce Ch. # 4178
This bank had a large enough 1902 issue to warrant an A prefix on its later notes. This is such a note and it also carries plate letter W4, which signifies the fourth time through the alphabet for its $5 plates. The surfaces are soft. Very Good.
New York, NY - $5 1882 Brown Back Fr. 467 The Mercantile NB Ch. # (E)1067
An early, elaborate bank title is found on this $5 BB. The signatures of Jas. V. Lott and F.R. Schenck remain dark on this Very Good note. Portions of the lower left and upper right corners are missing. There will be no returns on this lot for any reason.
New York, NY - $50 1929 Ty. 1 The Bank of America National Assoc Ch. # 13193
This is only the second small size $50 that we have offered on this charter number. An edge tear is at top center. PCGS Apparent Fine 12.
Carey, OH - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The First NB Ch. # 6119
This Fine $10, from a scarce Wyandot County bank that closed in 1931, is one of just ten small size reported in the latest census.
Cleveland, OH - $10 1902 Red Seal Fr. 613 The National Commercial Bank Ch. # (M)7487
Dark printed signatures are found on this $10 from a bank that voluntarily liquidated in February 1921. PCGS Apparent Very Good 10 washed; colors faded.
Columbus, OH - $5 1902 Plain Back Fr. 598 The City NB Ch. # 7818
This state capital $5 has palindrome serial number 48484. The surfaces are soft. Fine.
Crestline, OH - $5 1929 Ty. 1 First NB Ch. # 13273
This $5 is from this Crawford County community's only small size issuer. Bright paper and strong embossing are highlights of this lightly circulated Very Fine-Extremely Fine $5.
Defiance, OH - $10 1902 Plain Back Fr. 633 The Merchants NB Ch. # 2516
This is a nice Fine-Very Fine with still legible stamped signatures of Fred S. Stever as cashier and president. Very few officers served as both cashier and president.
Defiance, OH - $10 1902 Plain Back Fr. 628 The First NB Ch. # (M)4661
The stamped signatures are still legible on this Fine $10 that has a few light stains.
Defiance, OH - $10 1902 Plain Back Fr. 628 The First NB Ch. # (M)4661
This well traveled Very Good $10 still retains its stamped signatures, and aside from a missing corner tip, it is intact for the grade.
Defiance, OH - $10 1902 Plain Back Fr. 628 The First NB Ch. # 4661
The stamped signatures of Virgil Squire and H.B. Tenzer remain on this snappy $10 that has an approximate 1.25 inch right edge tear. Very Good.
Eaton, OH - $20 1929 Ty. 1 The Preble County NB Ch. # 3889
This is a very scarce bank. This Very Fine example is just one of eleven small size in the census.
Kent, OH - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The Kent NB Ch. # 652
The inks are dark on this attractive $10. The officers were G.J. Stauffer and P.W. Eigner. Choice About Uncirculated.
Kenton, OH - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The Kenton NB Ch. # 3505
Only eleven small size are listed in the census for this scarce Hardin County bank including this problem free Very Good-Fine example.
Lima, OH - $10 1902 Plain Back Fr. 628 The First NB Ch. # (M)2035
This is a scarce Allen County bank that issued large size only before liquidating in 1923. Very Good-Fine.
Lima, OH - $5 1902 Plain Back Fr. 600 The Old National City Bank Ch. # 8701
The second bank title is found on this $10 with signatures of W.F. Watts and F.L. Maire. The back top margin has a small spot of purple teller ink. Fine.
Morrow, OH - $5 1902 Plain Back Fr. 600 The First NB Ch. # (M)8709
This is a tough Morrow County bank with just ten large size reported in the latest census including this Very Good $5.
Norwalk, OH - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The Citizens NB Ch. # 11275
Strong embossing and dark inks are noticed. Very Choice Crisp Uncirculated.
Norwalk, OH - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The Citizens NB Ch. # 11275
Punch through embossing and crackling fresh paper highlight this Choice Crisp Uncirculated $10.
Piqua, OH - $5 1902 Plain Back Fr. 598 The Citizens NB & TC Ch. # 1061
This $5 is from the second and scarcer large title on this bank. The purple rubber stamped signatures are of Warren S. Gravett and L.M. Flesh. Very Good-Fine.
Piqua, OH - $20 1902 Plain Back Fr. 650 The Citizens NB & TC Ch. # 1061
This is one of only eight large on the second title of this charter number that is listed in the census. Very Good-Fine.
Wauseon, OH - $5 1902 Plain Back Fr. 598 The First NB Ch. # (M)7091
This is one of only 13 large in the census for this Fulton County bank. The penned signatures are of F.H. Weber and D.K. Shoop. Very Good-Fine.
Wauseon, OH - $10 1902 Plain Back Fr. 624 The First NB Ch. # 7091
This is a scarce Fulton County bank. This note is penned signed with Cashier F.H. Weber's signature still readable. Very Good.
Wellsville, OH - $5 1902 Plain Back Fr. 598 The Peoples NB Ch. # (M)6345
This is a better Columbiana County bank that fell to the Great Depression in 1932. The printed signatures are of Thos. A. Scheets and J.S. McCulloch. Fine.
Pittsburgh, PA - $10 1902 Date Back Fr. 616 The Farmers Deposit NB Ch. # (E)685
Date Backs are much scarcer than Plain Backs on this bank. Fine.
Clarksville, TN - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The First NB Ch. # 1603
This is a nice representative for the grade. Fine.
Marlin, TX - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The First NB Ch. # 4706
A small hole is located at Hamilton's temple. Fine.
Marshfield, WI - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The American NB Ch. # 5437
Type Ones only in small size from this Wood County bank that went into receivership in May 1934. Fine.
Ripon, WI - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The First NB Ch. # 425
This $10 with serial number 4747 has soft surfaces and a few small edge splits. Fine.
Wausau, WI - $10 1929 Ty. 1 The American NB Ch. # 4744
This $10 is much closer to the high-end of the split grade. Very Good-Fine.