Shipley's Currency - Inventory - CSA

Inventory - CSA - 1861 - 1862 - 1863 - 1864:

Below are our current 1864 CSA offerings. 1864 Material is selling at a rate which is unequaled in the last 36 years. Fresh 1864 notes are impossible to keep in stock.Visit the Terms page to order. THE BEST WAY TO REACH ME IS BY EMAIL. I RESPOND TO ALL EMAILS WITIHIN HOURS; UNLESS AT A SHOW (SEE "UPCOMING SHOWS".

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1864	$500	T-64 CR-489	Serial # 34515. VF-35 is as high as the grading services go without hitting the Extremely Fine category. I can see four folds. A very clean and bright example that has earned PMG's "Exceptional Paper Quality" designation. A very nice, problem free 1864 $500 note. One would be extremely hard pressed to find a better T-64 for the money.	PMG CHOICE VF-35	$575	Reverse Pic 2 Once a scan comes up; click the center square for a larger image
1864	$500	T-64 CR-489	Serial # 24930. Superbly trimmed and great eye appeal. I understand the AU grade, as there is a tiny, light corner fold at the upper left back. However, the area at the upper right back is a sheet crimp (gutter fold) and is as made. The very worst this note should grade would be AU 58. A note which would grade choice CU in most dealers cases. I would much rather have a well trimmed note with superb eye appeal such as this one than an uncirculated note which is trimmed poorly.	PMG AU 53	$775	Reverse Pic 2
1864	$500	T-64 CR-489	Serial # 22644. A wonderful, dusty pink color adorns the face of this totally flawless T-64. Exceptionally tough to locate without any handling. This note bears no signs of ever being touched. Just the way it was when it came of the press 150 years ago; as crisp and fresh as new. Amazing. No pinholes, chinks or any problems whatsoever at this lofty grade level. A superb T-64 which can be had without breaking the bank.	CU	$895	Reverse
1864	$500	T-64 CR-489 ORIGINAL EMBOSSING	Serial # 10291. Confederate battle flag with implements of war to the left; portrait of Stonewall Jackson to lower right. Plain back. A marvelous note which this scan does not come close to doing justice. Each and every letter of "Confederate States" may be seen from the back, vividly embossed into the paper. Amazing. The scan does not illustrate this. As with many Confederate Treasury notes; some ink splatter is noted at the middle bottom and at St. John's signature for Treasurer from the back. As these notes were all hand signed; it is hardly a surprise to encounter notes which possess some ink splatter. Ink bottles were all about the signing room and stray drips were inevitable. This does not detract from the note's appeal and is simply part of this piece's "history". A nearly full Treasury seal with Palmetto tree is visible at the lower left. As crackling crisp, fresh and bright as the day it was printed. Minor handling only and superb trim. A wonderful T-64 which also possesses great eye appeal.	CU	$825	Reverse Pic 2
1864	$500	T-64 CR-489A CHOICE COLOR	Serial # 1124. A totally problem free example of this 1864 $500 issue which is about as nice as they come. Clean, bright and crisp with superb eye appeal. Extremely difficult to locate well trimmed; the note here offered provides a most desirable exception to the rule. The very slightest horizontal bend prevents the note from being assigned a Gem New grade. Although the single bend or extremely light fold may be seen in the scan with the aid of computer scanning software; it is most difficult to see when holding the actual note. Not one pinhole or other detracting feature. Very light handling or "counting". If you want a blazer without spending the $2500-$2600 required to acquire one; this is the note for you. A choice T-64 possessing spectacular color and eye appeal and very hard to locate this nice.	CHOICE AU+	$1375	Reverse
1864	$500	T-64 CR-489B CHERRY RED GEM	Serial # 36903. Portrait of Stonewall Jackson to lower right. Confederate battle flag and war implements at left. Plain back. Simply an incredible T-64. Blazing red color and eye appeal beyond what one could ever ask for. Clean, crackling crisp and as fresh as any modern bank note that you could obtain from your local bank today. I can't recall seeing a better T-64 than this one. Although you cannot tell from the back scan; original embossing is everywhere. This is the kind of note that takes your breath away when you see it. Bright red 489B's are getting much, much tougher to locate than they used to be. On the rare occasion that one is found with color remotely close to this; there is always some kind of problem. Not so with this incredible piece. I'm usually not at a loss for words when it comes to describing a note; however, this one leaves me speechless. If you ant the very best 1864 $500 note you can find; you need look no further.	CHOICE CU	$2495	Reverse
1864	$100	T-65***	* I HAVE A LARGE NUMBER OF THESE IN STOCK...FAR TOO MANY TO LIST HERE. If you need a T-65, please let me know and I will be happy to send a scan. I recently acquired a 16 note, group of T-65's that are Choice CU; having been in a safe in Charleston, SC since the Civil War. If you need a choice T-65, please send me an email and I will be happy to scan several for you to choose from. The next 10 T-65's are from that group; many of which are consecutively numbered. A great opportunity to acquire an original, untrimmed -65.
1864	$100	T-65 CR-490 McClure & Co. Bankers Memphis, Tenn Rare	Serial # 29626. Central vignette of Lucy Pickens, Wife of the former Ambassador to Russia and Governor of South Carolina. Two soldiers to lower left and Randolph to lower right. Blue, web reverse. A nice T-65 in it's own right; although extremely desirable with the stamp seen on the front. Cut just a tick tight at the upper right. One would wonder why there would be a brokers stamp on a Confederate note issued in 1864 bearing the location of Memphis. Memphis; being situated upon the mighty Mississippi River, fell early in the war. McClure's stamp is occasionally seen on some obsoletes, but is much, much more scarce on any Confederate Treasury note. I have seen this stamp on a T-50 and only a few other CSA notes throughout the years. The story is a long one and I will not go into it here. Suffice it to say that any Broker's stamp on a Confederate note is scarce...quite scarce. In fact; this is the only Broker stamp I am of aware of ever found upon a CSA note. The stamp is clear and vivid. I can also assure you it is contemporary. Keep in mind that this is not a validation stamp as seen during the counterfeit panic of 1861 and 1862, but an actual Banker/Broker's stamp. A great piece of Americana and extremely difficult to locate. Fascinating.	XF	$295	Reverse Pic 2
1864	$100	T-65 CR-490	Serial # 96539. A very pleasing example of the issue and a most interesting one. The back shows "P.A. No. 12." Obviously, this is related to the engraver of the sheet and is a plate number or the like. T-65's were printed in sheets of 4 notes; with plate position "A" at the top. The notes went straight down until plate "D" was reached. These numbers are seldom seen and present an excellent opportunity for further study. An excellent note as well.	XF/AU	$145	Reverse
1864	$50	T-66 ***	*** I have an excellent supply of T-66's. These grade from Choice CU to VF. Various Criswell numbers. If you would like a T-66; please send an email and I will be more than happy to provide a scan. These notes are available from $45 to $150.
1864	$50	T-66 CR-496 S/N 36!	Serial # 36! Two digit serial numbers upon any CSA note are scarce; much less upon an 1864 issue that was mass produced. Somewhat toned upon the back; the note faces up very well. Great trim with no pinholes, chinks or tears frequently encountered at this grade level. a neat two digit note.	VF	$150	Reverse
1864	$20	T-67 ***	*** I have a very large supply of choice T-67's. In fact, far too many to list here. Prices range from $35 to $95. I can assure you I have the grade you want at the price you want to pay. Please feel free to email me for a scan if you are interested in a nice T-67. I am more than happy to provide a scan or scans for you to choose from.
1864	$10	T-68 ***	*** Again, I have a huge supply of nice T-68's available. Some are from the old antebellum home referenced above. I have the grade you want at very reasonable prices. Starting at $35 for a nice VF or better and up.
1864	$10	T-68 CR-545A "A" / "C" PLATE ERROR	Serial # 65590. 3 Series. Central vignette of horses pulling cannon. R.M.T. Hunter to lower right. Blue, web "TEN" reverse. One of the classic plate errors of the series. Extremely rare. This note has the crispness and body of an XF note. No problems and a great way to acquire one of these classic errors without spending several thousand dollars. Folded horizontally; otherwise not one single problem. Interesting to note the old Bradbeer (1915) numbers in pencil on the note itself. A great note for the price and a classic rarity.	Fine +	$595	Reverse
1864	$10	T-68 CR-552 SERIAL # 16 !	Serial # 16. Central vignette of horses pulling cannon. R.M.T. Hunter to lower right. Blue, web "10" reverse. Although circulated; a very well preserved note with excellent eye appeal. One of the few two digit serial numbers I have seen from this or any other CSA note. T-68 saw a printing run of over 9 million notes; more than any other Confederate Treasury note. Locating a serial # 16 from this run is highly unlikely. Just a downright neat piece.	VF	$175	Reverse Pic 2
1864	$5	T-69 ***	*** Presently, I have a very good number of T-69's in stock. Grades range from VF to Gem CU. Cost is $35 and up for the higher grade notes. Please drop me an email if you are interested in a T-69. Scans and quotes are free!!
1864	$2	T-70 CR-567	Serial # 89746. Portrait of Judah D. Benjamin to right. Large "2" in center. Plain back. A very pleasing example of this 1864 odd denomination issue. Cut close; although all there. as crackling crisp and bright as the day it was printed.	CU	$ 175	Reverse
1864	$2	T-70 CR-567	Serial # 90738. A flawless example. The very slightest of handling barely noticeable on back. Cut a tiny fraction tight at the left margin. Crisp, bright and fresh. Problem free.	UNC+	$160	Reverse
1864	$2	T-70 ***	*** Plenty of T-70's available. All types of shades of red, orange, pink and other colors. Various Criswell numbers ranging from VF to Choice CU. Please inquire and I will be happy to send a scan and quote. It simply is not practical to scan and list all of the 1864 issues here.
1864	$1	T-71 CR-574	Serial # 60223. A most appealing example of the issue. Bright, crisp and fresh, with no problems. No pinholes, ink smears, margin chinks or the like here. Graded AU when I acquired it; I think the note more along the lines of choice extra fine. 3 light folds and that's it. Exceptionally clean with plenty of "pop". A great addition to any collection of CSA notes and a lot of "bang" for your buck.	CHOICE XF	$170	Reverse
1864	$1	T-71 CR-574	Serial # 79393. A most presentable and attractive example. Crackling crisp and fresh with no pinholes or major problems. Three light smudges are noted upon the reverse for accuracies sake; although are not distracting. One fold is noted at the lower right reverse; otherwise, this note runs another $100. An exceptional T-71 at a very affordable price.	AU	$180	Reverse
1864	$1	T-71 CR-574	Serial # 78232. Simply an immaculate example of this very tough 1864 issue. Clean, bright and crackling fresh. Possessing a lovely red tint; it would be most difficult indeed to improve upon this T-71. Superb eye appeal and no problems whatsoever. Superb!	CU	$210	Reverse
1864	$1	T-71 CR-574	Serial # 60207. Printed upon high quality bank note paper, this Keatinge and Ball product is very pleasing. Graded CU upon my acquisition of the note; I believe the note is just a tick away from that grade due to being trimmed just a just a tiny bit tight ( and I do mean tiny) at the upper left. No folds, pinholes or chinks; this note is as crisp and fresh as they come. A light shade of pink and with superb eye appeal. Only a mere 8 serial numbers away from the note offered below. Another highly desirable T-71 and sure to please.	UNC	$195	Reverse
1864	$1	T-71 CR-574	Serial # 60215. It is indeed a pleasure to be fortunate enough to offer such a quality group of T-71's as you see listed here. These notes are much tougher than one might think to locate without spots, pinholes, margin chinks, etc.. This note possesses no problems and is as clean and bright as they come. As crisp as any modern bank note one could locate at their local bank. Just a touch of handling and cut a fraction tight at the left. Graded CU when I acquired it; in my humble opinion, the conservative way to grade this note is Uncirculated. Simply a beautiful CSA note.	UNC	$195	Reverse
1864	$1	T-71 CR-576	Serial # 39864 and a beauty. Very appealing red color & superb eye appeal. As clean and bright as they come with the body, crispness and "feel" that a choice note should have. Outstanding trim. At first glance, there appears to be a margin chink just above the "O" in Richmond when viewed from the front. such is not the case, as the spot you see is merely a continuation of the signer's name for "Register" from the note above. These notes were signed while still in uncut sheet form; consequently, it is quite common to observe the continuation of a letter within a signature from the note above. Mrs. Mary B. Kirby signed for Register at left and the continuation of the "Y" in Mrs. Kirby's last name is what you see. A superb note with no problems-period. A very light corner fold is present at the upper right when viewed from the front. Consequently, this beauty must be graded AU. As close to CU as you can get. An extremely desirable Confederate note.	CHOICE AU	$175	Reverse
1864	$1	T-71 CR-577	Serial # 20390. A very colorful and bright example of the issue. Exceptional clarity and contrast with terrific trim. Simply crystal clear and no problems whatsoever. A more than acceptable note for the discriminating collector with superb eye appeal. As crisp as new, this note saw little, if any circulation. Graded XF when I acquired it; I think the note closer to a strong VF/XF. Much nicer than VF; although a light fold away from true XF. Irregardless; a beautiful, problem free Confederate note.	CHOICE VF/XF	$145	Reverse
1864	$1	T-71 CR-577	Serial # 3689. Another crackling crisp and fresh example of this low denomination issue. As clean and bright as one could ever hope for with clear, legible signatures. Bearing a lovely shade of red, this note has superb eye appeal. Totally spotless; no pinholes or problems of any nature. A beauty.	UNC	$195	Reverse
1864	50 Cents	T-72 CR-578	Offered below are several consecutively numbered T-72's. All are uncirculated and a few are choice CU. Although not evident from the scans; the serial numbers and lettering are deeply embossed into the paper. Each and every note is extremely nice and priced to sell. All are Criswell 578; 1st series. Gem examples of this series are much, much tougher than one might expect. These notes have been together since the Civil War.
		S/N 83434	Nearly choice. Just a tick tight at bottom right. Great embossing.	UNC+	$80	Reverse
		S/N 83435	Nice but tight at bottom. No problems.	UNC	$70	Reverse
		S/N 83461	Nice note. Nearly choice CU but not quite. Crackling fresh.	UNC+	$80	Reverse
		S/N 83462	A super T-72. Great embossing and far above average.	CU	$85	Reverse
		S/N 83463	Nice. No folds. Cut a bit tight at right.	UNC	$75	Reverse
		S/N 83464	A beauty and about as good as they come.	CU	$85	Reverse
		S/N 83465	Another beauty. Superb embossing.	CU	$85	Reverse
		S/N 83466	Uncirculated and nearly Gem.	CU	$85	Reverse
		S/N 83467	Another nice note from this original run. Tight at right.	UNC	$75	Reverse
		S/N 83468	Same as above.	UNC	$75	Reverse
		S/N 83469	Uncirculated, but cut tight. Still nice.	UNC	$70	Reverse
		S/N 83470	Uncirculated with deep embossing.	UNC	$70	Reverse
1864	50 Cents	T-72 ***	*** I have at least 100 of these notes in inventory. All Criswell numbers available. Grades from VF to Gem. Please drop me a line for a scan and quote.

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