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AL			ALABAMA
AL	50 Cent ORIGINAL BANDED PACK 100 Notes	State of Alabama Cr. 4 January 1, 1863	Serial numbers 1765-1771. Central vignette of map of Alabama beneath a large tree. Large blue "50 CENTS" protector. Portrait of Mrs. Juliet Opie Hopkins to lower right. 2nd series. Plain back. A most unusual and extremely scarce "find" in this day and time. The last time I saw any original packs of State notes such as this was the auction of the late John J. Ford collection. It took Stacks 16 catalogs to liquidate the immense holdings of Ford; most of which were gathered in the 1950's. These small denomination notes were printed in sheets of 15 notes each and numbered the same on each sheet. Each sheet bore the plate letters "A" thru "O". As any coinage consisting of copper, silver, or gold was hoarded during the Civil War; a great need arose for these small denomination notes for use in daily commerce. Although not brittle or fragile, I am reluctant to handle this pack and it is obvious that it has not been handled much at all since the Civil War. As with any original pack, the outer notes will show the worst. I have carefully looked at this pack and can say that all notes are crisp uncirculated, save for a bump or two here and there. I did not look for "Green" protectors or other rare varieties. The fact that all are numbered the same within the range would make it unlikely that any rare varieties exist in this pack. I can't say for sure, however. The band is completely intact and not the least bit loose. It is hard to acquire an accurate scan of something like this and the scan does not do the piece justice. It would appear that the last 5 notes of serial number 1771 were left out of the pack; to make it an even $50 or 100 notes. All other numbers and plate letters are present. Absolutely guaranteed genuine and contemporary. With these notes selling individually for $35 to $45 each; a great opportunity. It has been my experience that when an original pack surfaces; the pack brings more than the individual note price. This item will be very carefully packed when shipped to it's new owner. A superb piece and I have no idea where one would locate another!	CU Original Pack 100 Notes	$3500	Reverse Pic 2
AL	$5	Bank of Selma R 292-1 SELMA August 4, 1859 Slave Picking Cotton (CSA T-29)	Serial # 8333. Riverboat "SELMA" in center. Often seen vignette of Slave picking cotton to lower right. Used on CSA T-29, Bank of the State, SC $20 note and several others. A nice evenly circulated note with far above average color for the grade. Hard to find nowadays; although these were available in the ancient days of the 1980's. A gorgeous design and printed by the famous American Bank Note Company of New York City; the leading printer of bank notes of the era. One tiny pinhole exists, which was only seen by me upon scanning. Interestingly, This bank also served as a CSA depositary during the Civil War. Most of the Bank's notes were burned on April 20, 1865 to prevent their capture. A very pleasing example and downright tough to find these days. Color beyond the grade and a very nice note.	Choice Fine MKT Grade: VF	$395 SOLD	Reverse Pic 2
AL	$5	UNLISTED CAHAWBA Sept 5, 1821	Serial # 2198. Similar to Cr. 24; although the text is written instead of printed. Dated September 5, 1821. Prohibitively rare and seldom, if ever seen. All of the early Cahawba pieces known are cut cancelled. Cahawba was the first Capitol of Alabama and at the time this warrant was issued; was mainly a frontier, occupied by Early American Indians. In Hugh Shull's latest work he prices most Southern pieces. However, when it comes to these, he simply sates "Very Rare" instead of a price. His rarity rating is R-10 (5-15) known. My guess is; as he does not have this piece listed, the rarity rating would be higher. Just an incredible piece in extraordinary condition. Although not visible in the scan; this piece, when candled, displays an extraordinary watermark. I have never seen it and do not know what it is. it consists of cursive writing as the watermark and I cannot determine what the watermark says. This note and the next note are what we deem in the trade as "opportunity" notes. The odds of ever locating another like this one or the next are as close to zero as one can get. Rosene could only locate a hand full of these and one must give Hugh Shull Credit for his in depth research in "Southern States Currency". I will note that this particular example is not listed in Shull; Criswell or Rosene. Spectacular !	VF++	$2950	Reverse
AL	$10	Cahawba Cr-30 Rosene-UNL 1821	Serial # 866. Simply a magnificent piece of Alabama history and and incredible miracle of survival. Original embossing graces this very rare note which was made payable to one James H. Draughon and so endorsed by him on the back. Signed by Comptroller Samuel Pickens on June 16, 1821. Simply amazing. Cut cancelled, as all of these are. Not one single problem and as bold, bright and crisp as if it were printed yesterday; rather than 191 years ago. Whether you are a specialist or just love superb, rare Americana; you cannot go wrong here. Irreplaceable and immaculate.	XF+	$3500	Reverse
AL	$100	Central Bank R-231-17 Montgomery October 1, 1857	Serial # 65. A low two digit serial number graces this high denomination Alabama note. Very sound for the grade with o major problems. One slight margin ding is noted at the upper right front. No pinholes or other problems. While these at one time were seemingly "common"; the same cannot be said today. The floodgates have opened with the entry of hundreds and hundreds of new collectors of these historic and very affordable notes. A nice note for the money with good eye appeal. Getting very, very tough to find in decent shape. About as nice as you will find this note.	FINE+ MKT GRADE VF	$275	Reverse
AL	$1	Gainesville Gainesville Ins Co. R107-3 July 1, 1862 R-7 1-5 Known	Serial # 1341. An excessively rare piece from Gainesville, AL. Engraved date of July 1, 1862. Extremely high grade for what this is. I vehemently disagree with the grade assigned by PMG of Choice Fine 15. The folks at PMG know absolutely nothing about this type of material. They are unaware that this type of piece is usually found in pieces, torn, tattered or half there; thus holding a piece of 150 year old scrip; printed upon paper as thin as rice paper, to the same standard as a 1957 machine cut silver certificate. They know nothing about what they are doing when it comes to obsoletes and scrip. Having gotten that out of the way; we are looking at a very rare piece of Southern History. One or two visible folds; which is surreal for a piece such as this one. No pinholes. Payable in Confederate Treasury Notes and signed by AA. Hamilton. The signature is weak, as it is on the note plated in Rosene. Old style steam locomotive on front. 1-5 are known to exist, with this being the first $1.00 denomination I've ever seen. A wonderful note and most desirable as such.	VF+/XF PMG CHOICE FINE	$795	Reverse Pic 2
AL	$1	Auburn East AL INS CO. R15-9 R-7 1-5 Known July, 1862	Serial # 3. Listed as an R-7 (1-5 known) in Rosene's work upon Alabama obsoletes; I have no doubt that this rating has help up with regard to the One dollar denomination. Bearing a highly desirable single digit serial number of "3". Red "ONE" & "1" overprint. The lower left portion of the back is simply folded over, and the entire note is present. Amazingly well preserved with a single pinhole and two tiny margin chinks which are outside the frame lines. Much tougher than most think. A wonderful piece from Auburn, Alabama payble in Confederate Treasury Notes.	CHOICE FINE MKT Grade VF+	$565	Reverse
AL	5 cents	Guntersville UNLISTED	May and Lamar. This Extraordinarily rare Northern Alabama piece is unlisted in Rosene. None were known or seen. Most any piece from the area around Florence, Tuscumbia Muscle Shoals and other northern Alabama locations are excessively rare. This piece is no exception and could be unique. No problems and payable in"Alabama Currency". Extremely desirable.	SOLID VF	$1125	Reverse
AL	50 cents	Guntersville Rosene 120-2 1-5 Known	Serial # 76. May & Lamar. Another excessively rare note from this beautiful Northern Alabama location. Not plated in Rosene and a very rare piece. Unlike the Guntersville piece listed above, this note is payable in "Confederate Currency" is presented. A true miracle of survival; as all of these small script notes are and extremely desirable as such. Where might one find another?	F/VF	$1275	Reverse
AL	5 cents	Pollard UNLISTED	P.F. Daly. Payable in Current or Confederate bank notes. Simply a magnificent example of an issue that in quite close to being non existent. Bright red on blue paper and superb. Had this note been known to Rosene; it would surely been plated. In this instance; only the 10c and 50c denomination were known to Rosene. Excessively rare and sure to stay that way.	VF	$975	Reverse
AL	10 cents	Selma Stage Fare- MS & AL in CSA$$ R-295-1 W.M. Gilmer Selma	No Serial number. Engraved date of August 10, 1862. Signed in brown ink by F. C. Taylor. An outstanding piece of Americana and "Receivable for Stage Fare in Alabama and Mississippi". To make the piece more interesting; the funds are payable in Confederate notes. A very solid piece without the usual separations and chinks most often encountered on rare pieces such as this one. While Rosene rates this piece a rarity 5 (11-25) known; I would respectfully disagree. The piece is not even pictured in Rosene and is much more scare than that. Problem free and exceptionally nice for such a note as this. Just a superb piece of Civil War and American history.	FINE+	$475	Reverse
AR			ARKANSAS
AR	$1	City of Camden R-92-4 Rothert Plate Note 1-4 Known MAY 14, 1862	Serial # 701. Printed upon paper that is as this as you will ever see. Very, very legible and clear notwithstanding that fact. The actual note is not near as dark as the scan and I am not sure what happened there. Issued during the Civil War "out West" as Civil War collectors like to say and payable in Confederate Notes or War Bonds. Vignette of slave driving a wagon of cotton is readily visible on the reverse. Prohibitively rare. Camden was a mercantile center at the headwaters of the Ouachita River and very strategically located. Many people traveled these waters to the Mississippi on down to New Orleans. A true miracle of survival. If only this one could talk.	PMG VG 8	$695	Reverse Pic 2
AR	$1;$2; $3 $5; $10	Cincinnati & Little Rock Slate Co. ALL ROTHERT PLATE NOTES	Offered below are all of the Cincinnati & Little Rock Slate Company notes plated in Rothert (Arkansas Obsolete Notes & Scrip) save for the $50 and $100 notes, which are R-7 (1-4 known). While not exceptionally rare, each and every note was the best Rothert could locate to picture in this wonderful book dealing with Arkansas paper money. I have included a scan from the book under Pic 2 of each note shown in Rothert. In today's world of collecting obsolete notes, it is indeed a rare opportunity to acquire all but two of this issue which are plated in Rothert. Why buy a plate note? The answers are many. Provenance is extremely important and there is no better provenance for any note than being plated in the very book which is used to number and categorize these notes. Notes such as these not only hold their value; but remain desirable for many, many years to come. The first opportunity I have had to offer most of an entire issue plated in the main reference book on any State. Plate notes can, on rare occasion, be found; although not a run such as this. I would love to see these notes stay together. However, each is for sale independent of the other unless someone would like to acquire this historic set.	See	Below
AR	$1	Cincinnati & Little Rock Slate Co. R-409-2 Rothert Plate Note Little Rock 1855	Serial # 805. Plate B. Central vignette of mining scene. Liberty behind shield to left. Very ornate "ONE" geometric lathed back. A gorgeous example of the issue. Fully framed. No pinholes or problems of any kind. Beautifully designed back. Clarity and contrast are as good as it comes. Notice the trim is exactly the same as the note scanned from Rothert under pic 2. Each note here offered is totally as it was when Rothert used them for his famous Arkansas work. I do not trim notes to improve the margins, as is illustrated here. Great trim. A beautiful note that no one could go wrong with.	XF/AU	$595	Reverse Pic 2
AR	$2	Cincinnati & Little Rock Slate Co. R-409-4 Rothert Plate Note Little Rock 1855	Serial # 62. Plate A. Simply superb central vignette of Indian Family gazing upon their ultimate demise; a locomotive blazing across the plains. Ornate "TWO" back. Herein lies the great appeal of obsolete bank notes. The historical significance of this vignette is incredible. Whomever engraved this captured the end of an era for the Native Americans while likely not even realizing it. In 1855, when this work was done, American Indians were far from subdued West of the Mississippi River. It would be another 30+ years and many bloody encounters before that would happen. Superb trim and no problems. Great eye appeal with a two digit serial number. A true piece of American history that one can hold in their hand. Simply amazing. Plated in Rothert on page 166.	CHOICE VF+	$575	Reverse Pic 2
AR	$3	Cincinnati & Little Rock Slate Co. R-409-5 Rothert Plate Note Little Rock 1855	Serial # 4241. Plate A. Plain back. A very imaginative central vignette of three cherubs or young children placing a huge piece of Slate under a large screw press. Indian maiden and child to lower right. The imagination required to engrave many of these early vignettes is beyond me. Simply a beautiful odd denomination note and as bright and fresh as the day it was printed in Philadelphia. Superb clarity and contrast with wonderful eye appeal. This note matches the plate note as is even seen down to the light foxing spot at the top of the note. Not the least bit distracting. Incredibly well preserved and a great match with the rest of the notes listed here.	XF	$650	Reverse Pic 2
AR	$5	Cincinnati & Little Rock Slate Co. R-409-7 Rothert Plate Note Little Rock 1855	Serial # 3001. Plate A. Plain back. Central vignette of three men at a quarry. George Washington to lower left; mining scene to lower right. Another perfectly trimmed note. Ink smudge at left signature for Treasurer; just as in the Rothert plate note (see Pic 2). A very bright and well inked note. High grade for the issue. Not one single, solitary pinhole with the only remotely distracting feature being the aforementioned ink smudge. Not an uncommon occurrence, as sheets of these notes were being signed with a quill pen at one time. Plated in Rothert on page 167.	XF	$495	Reverse Pic 2
AR	$10	Cincinnati & Little Rock Slate Co. R-409-10 Rothert Plate Note Little Rock 1855	Serial # 181. Plate A. Ornate "TEN" back. Central vignette of three men laying brick. Former President Andrew Jackson to lower left. Simply a gorgeous example of the issue possessing superb eye appeal. One prominent fold in the center seems to indicate that this note was folded one time and put away. There are no other signs of circulation. As crisp and fresh as new. As clean and right as they come. A beautiful obsolete in anyone's book; much less a note that is the plate note for this series in Rothert. The last of the series of plates on this Arkansas obsolete. There exists a $50 and an unsigned $100 note; although their whereabouts remain unknown. This note and the above provide a once in a lifetime opportunity to acquire every available note on the Cincinnati & Little Rock Slate Co plated in Rothert's "Arkansas Obsolete Notes and Scrip". Unbelievable.	AU	$575	Reverse Pic 2
AR	25 Cents	Clarksville R 122-1 1862	Serial # 5799. M. Rose, Son & Carey. An R-7 in Rothert and I believe it. This piece is dated March 1, 1862 and payable in Confederate Notes or Arkansas War Bonds. Completely original in all respects and very rare. Not one single, solitary pinhole. Unbelievable.	SOLID FINE	$675	Reverse
AR	75 Cents ONLY KNOWN NOTE	Dardanelle UNL 1862	Serial # 12091. An incredibly well preserved piece. Rothert plates a 50 cent note from this locale loaned to him from the Famous Amon Carter collection. If it existed, Amon carter had it, as is evidenced by the unbelievable collection at the famous Amon Carter Museum in Fort Worth, Tx. The museum does not have this piece, nor is it listed in Rothert. Incredible rarity; coupled with superb quality. The only known 75 cent note from this quaint location in Yell County on the Arkansas River. It is hard to believe such pieces are still available from time to time nowadays. A once in a lifetime opportunity. Totally original in all respects.	VF/XF	$995	Reverse
AR	$2.50	Fayetteville Holcomb & Barnard R-198-6 Rothert Plate Note Jan 15, 1862	Serial #799. A very odd denomination plated in Rothert on page 86. Simply a superb example of this Civil War Arkansas piece. Printed upon very thin paper, there are two small holes noted. Anyone familiar with collecting this type of material is well aware that it is next to impossible to find rare pieces such as this one in "Perfect" condition. Such notes do not exist and these are most often found in horrid condition. Partners in a drug store, some but not many of these notes are endorsed upon the back by James Barnard. This note is so endorsed. Payable in Confederate Notes. Items of true Americana are disappearing at an alarming rate. The time will come when the opportunity to acquire such pieces simply will not exist. A wonderful note of the highest quality.	PMG Choice Fine	$550	Reverse Pic 2
AR	$1	PINE BLUFF UNL 1862	Serial # 1340. Pine Bluff Telegraph Company. While similar to R-560; there is no $1 note listed in Rothert. All others are R-7. Amazingly, no problems whatsoever. An extremely rare piece and a superb opportunity to ad an extraordinary note to your collection.	VF	$1100	Reverse
DC			District of Columbia (Wash D.C.)
DC Washington	$2	Bullion Bank 170-G22a Incredible Obsolete 1862	No serial #. Engraved date of July 4, 1862!. Plate "A". Printed by the upstart Union Bank Note Company of Newark, NJ; this note has to be in the top 10 of the most beautiful obsolete notes ever printed. Incredible color, front and back. Brilliant red on front with an amazing geometric green design on the back coupled with "TWO DOLLARS". When viewing the note in person; it is obvious that the green tint was applied to the entire back of the note; as even the "white" portions are colored light green. Crackling crisp and as fresh as the day it was printed in 1862. As nice as they come. What a note!	CHOICE CU	$325	Reverse
FL			FLORIDA
FL	$100	TALLAHASSEE State of Florida Cr-10 1862 PMG GEM UNC 66 Exceptional Paper Quality	Serial # 1069. Central vignette of three females as seen on Confederate Treasury note, T-17. Slave carrying a basket of cotton upon her shoulder to left. Plain reverse. An incredible example of this high denomination Florida issue. PMG uses a darker plastic sleeve or holder than PCGS; thus it is hard to see how bright the note really is. The actual note is not nearly as dark as it appears in the scan. These are most often encountered badly toned or splotchy. Printed by Hoyer & Ludwig of Richmond, Virginia and the same printer of many Confederate issues. This series is also plagued with ink bleed at the signatures. Not so with this note. You can see the signatures from the back; just as you should be able to. However there is no burn or bleed. Had there been, this note would not have graded AU 58 by PMG. To see an obsolete State note in a Gem new 66 holder is something that you will not encounter very often during one's lifetime. There is usually always present the very tiniest of corner folds; bad trim into the margin or some other minor issue which prevents the note from attaining this lofty status. Florida is an extremely tough State to collect. Here is the perfect example that was printed when most of the State was a complete and total wilderness...far from what we can imagine based upon what is presently there. A very rare opportunity.	PMG GEM NEW 66	$895	Reverse Pic 2
FL	$2	TALLAHASSEE State of Florida Cr. 39 1864 PMG GEM UNC 66 Exceptional Paper Quality	Serial # 1762. Printed date of June 1, 1864. Steam locomotive vignette at center. Printed upon paper bearing "WT&Co" watermark. One of the most popular notes in the entire field of Obsolete bank notes. I can think of no other notes that are sought after more than these wonderful State of Florida issues. Governor John Milton's signature appears at the lower right front. These notes; with patience, can be found. When it comes to locating notes at this grade level; forget it. All of the grading services are far to brutal at the high end of the grading spectrum, while being to lax at mid grade. I've never seen another Florida note graded any where near this high. The dark "speck" you see at the upper right reverse is NOT a hole. It appears to be; although in fact it is a small spot of contemporary ink. You may rest assured, had this been a hole; PMG would have not come remotely close to grading the note Gem New 66. A scarce opportunity indeed; as stated, this series is the most sought after I know of. While I paid the proverbial "Ton" for this note, I was glad to do so and would do it again. Each and every time I have done this, it has been the right move. I have been told more than once throughout the years "You paid too much for that note". By the following year or less; I have then been asked how in the world did I locate such a note and been offered twice what I paid. The point is this. Many times when it comes to outstanding quality and rarity we have to "pay to much". This is how all of the great collections were formed. Today's "to much" is tomorrow's bargain. I've learned that over and over. If you want absolute perfection within an extremely popular series; this note is for you. With so little to collect from Florida, the note here offered more than fits the bill. Most of the Florida State issues grade anywhere from fine to AU, with a smattering of UNC's thrown in. This is not a common note in this grade...it is extremely rare. You be the judge. Again, opportunity is the key here.	PMG GEM UNC 66 Exceptional Paper Quality	$1675	Reverse Pic 2
FL	$10	Bank of St. Johns Jacksonville F-17 May 2, 1859	Serial # 193. Central vignette of hunter shooting stag. Indian warrior with bow to lower left. Orange tint with plain reverse. In my opinion, one of the most beautiful of Florida obsoletes and for that matter; one of the most beautiful obsoletes from anywhere. Extremely desirable and very tough to find. The $5 note from this bank is seen with some frequency; however the same can not be said for this $10 issue. These notes circulated heavily and just are not found above this grade. Most are much worse upon the rare occasion one comes across one. This particular note has done nothing but increase in price for the last 20 years and I see nothing to stop it from further appreciation. Not one single, solitary pinhole. Great trim with clear, vivid signatures and date. While the grading services would have no problem assigning the Grade of VF 25 or 30 upon this note; I still grade the way I have for years. Choice fine is the grade; and truly choice for the grade. If you seek a beautiful obsolete from Florida; here is the perfect opportunity. Getting next to impossible to locate.	CHOICE FINE	$525 SOLD	Reverse Pic 2
GA			Georgia
GA	$ 2	Georgetown UNL Sept 12, 1862	Serial # 611 in rather faded red ink just above "Georgetown" in small print to the bottom left.. A totally original piece from this small Georgia community. Red "State of Georgia" and "TWO DOLLARS overprint. Signed by John S. Webb and payable in Confederate or current bank funds. Vignette of Steam Train at far left. One, single pinhole and that's it. Collectors of extremely rare scrip such as this know just how hard it is to locate a rare piece at all. Finding an example this nice is practically unheard of. Much, much more rare than any Confederate Treasury note (including the Montgomery Issues, etc). A choice and very rare piece of Georgia and US history.	PMG CHOICE FINE	$575	Reverse Pic 2
GA	$500	Milledgeville State of Georgia Cr-20 1864	Serial # 159. Moneta seated by chest. Maiden to left. Plain reverse. By far; the most difficult State of Georgia regular issue to locate. While the scan appears dark or dinghy, the note itself is quite bright. Very few issued. For some reason, on the rare occasion that one comes across a Cr-20, the note is most always in lower grade with problems. Being a high denomination note, the exact opposite would be expected. Not so. I saw a Cr-20 with some problems and which graded less than this note sell at the 2011 FUN show auction for $1200 hammer, plus the 15% buyers fee. The note here offered is problem free and is cut just a hair tight at the middle bottom. The trim is certainly not an issue. No pinholes or other problems nearly always encountered at this grade level. As good as I have seen in over 2 decades. Great eye appeal and extremely elusive. A highly desirable and seldom seen note.	FINE+ Market Grade: VF	$995	Reverse
GA	50 cents	Ocmulgee & Flint River RR Co. UNLISTED Albany, GA Oct 1841	Serial # 1266. An exceptionally vivid example of this quite early Georgia piece. Printed upon thinker paper; thus no pinholes or other problems. A wonderful vignette of an early steam locomotive found upon these much older issues. A super piece and extremely difficult to locate in this immaculate state of preservation.	XF+	$185	Reverse
GA	$1	Jasper County UNLISTED Monticello, GA 1862	No serial #. By Order of the Inferior Court; Monticello, GA. Printed by "H. P. Hill & Co. Printers, Griffin, Ga." Wafer thin paper and extremely difficult to locate in one piece. A slight paper pull at the printers imprint, bottom center and trimmed somewhat rough outside of the frame line at the front left. When you collect obsolete bank notes; very, very few will appear this nice and be free of soiling, tears and other major problems. A very nice note.	XF Net:Fine	$325	Reverse
GA	25 cents	Jasper County UNLISTED Monticello, GA 1862	No Serial #. Another scarce example of a Jasper County Georgia scrip note. This paper is so thin; I am at a loss as to how it was produced. This piece has some minor repairs or archival tape in two places. These notes are true miracles of survival and to locate any example that is legible and vivid; such as this one, is most difficult. None of these are often seen; with the 25 cent piece being by far the most rare.	XF Net: Fine	$150	Reverse
GA	15 cents	Jasper County UNLISTED Monticello, GA 1862	No serial #. An absolutely superb example of this Civil War era Georgia piece. Incredible color, inking and contrast. As thin as this paper is; it is truly hard to believe that such a note could still exist today. Slight bleed at the signtures...to be expected upon paper that is as thin as the proverbial "Bat's Ear". "H. P. Hill & Co. Printers, Griffin, Ga." imprint at the lower left front. One could look for the rest of their life and not find an example this nice.	GEM CU Net:UNC	$225	Reverse
GA	10 cents	Jasper County UNLISTED Monticello, GA 1862	No serial #. The last of this most under appreciated and under valued Jasper County, DA notes here listed. Superb trim and color. Vivid imprint and clear, legible signature. All of these; considering the incredible thin paper they were printed upon, are true miracles of survival. A beauty with no spots, stains or soiling of any kind.	CU/ Thins	$225	Reverse
GA	$1	Campbellton, GA Campbell County UNLISTED Soldiers Relief Fund 1862 Atlanta	Serial # 237. A superb piece of Americana. Campbell County was created on December 20, 1828. In 1932 Campbell County was merged with Fulton county; which in this day and time is the home of Atlanta, Georgia. In 1862, Campbell county created the Soldier's Relief Fund which was used to help family's of those away at War and also those whom had return home severely wounded. Just a marvelous piece of American history and the Civil War. Quite scarce and seldom seen. This example is about as nice as one could hope for. This particular example came from the collection of the now deceased and highly renowned scholar; Dr. Douglas Ball. A splendid note and chocked full of history.	VF+	$425	Reverse
GA	$5	Harris County 1862 UNLISTED	Serial # 290. Dated Oct 21, 1862 in brown ink. A very scarce "higher denomination" of this most desirable Georgia piece. Extremely well inked with superb color and contrast. Fully framed and printed upon extremely thin paper. Next to impossible to find; much less this nice. A super neat imprint of "H. P. Hill Engravers and Fancy Job Printers. Griffin, Georgia". You will not see that imprint very often; if at all. A superb Georgia note.	CHOICE AU	$450	Reverse
GA	$3	Harris County 1862 UNLISTED	Serial # 358. Another immaculate example of this extremely scarce note. The $3 is most definitely an odd denomination and is quite rare as such. Dated in brown ink Oct 21, 1862 and superb. Fully framed and extremely thin. Somewhat irregular cut at the bottom; however this is outside of the frame line. If you are looking for a scarce; high quality Georgia piece; you cannot go wrong here.	UNC Nearly Choice.	$625	Reverse
GA	$20	Bank Of The State Of Georgia G-302A At Eatonton 1860	Serial # 868. Dated in brown ink, March 2, 1860. A superb example of the issue. You will find that 99% of all obsolete bank notes grade no higher than this piece. There are exceptions. Notes which come from stacks of uncut sheets which are now being cut; large hoards or other rare circumstances wherein several notes were never used. Issues from some banks in Nebraska and Louisiana immediately come to mind. Unless indicated otherwise, the notes listed here are not found in such quantities. Survival depended upon mere circumstances. Remember, we are not dealing with a coin here; but rather a 150 year old piece of paper. There is a huge difference. These notes were used; not put back or hoarded. The present example is about as nice as they come. Perfect trim, no staining, spotting or chinks. American Bank Note Company. Solid notes such as this one are always in demand.	VERY Fine Market Grade: XF	$185	Reverse
GA	$20	Bank Of The State Of Georgia G-74A At Savanna 1856	Serial # 1305. Brown ink date of "4 Nov, 1856". Drawn upon the Principle Bank at Savannah. The same design as the note listed above at Eatonton; save for "AT THE PRINCIPLE BANK" to the lower left rather than "AT THE BRANCH BANK" with the location handwritten in to the right. This example also bears the desirable blue stamp "PAID 25 PR CT GOLD". This stamps speaks to the soundness of it's assets upon failure. Most obsolete notes were worth absolutely nothing upon the banks failure. However, the holder of this note did receive a nice Liberty $5 Gold Piece or the like for it. A note full of intrigue and history.	VF+	$175	Reverse
GA	$5	Bank Of The State Of Georgia S-703 At Savannah 1860	Serial # 221.Brown ink date of "Feb 3, 1860". Drawn o the principle bank at Savannah. An American Bank Note Company product and the vivid red overprint is further evidence of the printer. Exceptionally well inked resulting in sharp color, contrast and clarity. There are plenty of these notes without the red tint; however those are not near as desirable as the notes here listed. A blue "25 PR CT GOLD" stamp as well. All of these are getting much, much tougher to find. However, those bearing the gold stamp are even tougher. A nice, problem free $5 note.	SOLID FINE	$165 SOLD	Reverse
GA	$ 5	Farmers & Mechanics Bank 290-G-6A Savannah 1860 Beautiful Note	Serial # 4742. Central vignette of Liberty which sets atop the U.S. Capital Building. Young girl to left and young boy to right. Plain reverse. An astonishing work engraved and printed by the American Bank Note Company of New York. Deep, rich vivid color and detail. In the eyes of more than one obsolete note collector, in the top ten most beautiful obsolete notes ever produced. Fully issued and signed. The $5 denomination was a workhorse note and used extensively. This note saw very, very little use; as is evidenced by the deep color and crisp body of the note. It was likely used once and put away. Perfect trim, no pinholes and as crisp as a new note. It is truly hard to believe that such a beautiful work of art which is 151 years old is available today. A magnificent obsolete bank note.	Choice VF	$325	Reverse
GA	$ 5	Farmers & Mechanics Bank 290 G-6A Savannah 1860	Serial # 3855. Printed date of June 1st 1860. Some very light foxing may be observed in two small areas. I only wish I had this much "foxing" when I'm 151 years old! Seriously, minor when compared to the beauty of the note.	FINE	$175	Reverse
GA	$2	Merchants & Planters Bank GA315 G-4C Savannah PMG CHOICE UNC 64	Serial # 9819. I try to list only the finest material that is available. This note is no exception. While not a rare not in and of itself; it is indeed so in this lofty state of preservation. The time will soon be upon us when such notes are just not to bee had. I have to look at thousands of Obsolete notes to find any note that can compare to this. A magnificent Obsolete out of Savannah, Ga. Fully framed, no ink bleed and fully framed. If the grading services only knew how rare a note like this was compared to a multitude of Federal issues they grade; I am sure they would appreciate what they were holding much, much more. I can find hundreds of Chiefs, Bisons and other such type notes that will bring near $10,000 in this grade. If I had a million dollars, I couldn't locate another note like this. They are not to be had...period. Quality and rarity in this grade make for a true prize.	PMG CHOICE UNC 64 "Exceptional Paper Quality"	$425	Reverse Pic 2
GA	$1	Merchants & Planters Bank GA315-G2C Savannah 1859	Serial # 993. A gem if there ever was one. In my opinion, very much undervalued. These will not be around forever. Slight age toning, as is most always the case with this 151 year old issue.	CHOICE CU	$275	Reverse
GA	$50	Mechanics Bank M-449 Augusta 1856	Serial # 390. A very neat brokers stamp adorns this note. "E. Withington. Collector And Exchange Office. Savannah, Geo.". Stamped motes have not been the subject of much study and are just beginning to come into their own. A neat piece for a very reasonable price.	VG+	$130	Reverse
GA	5 Cents	Planters Bank of the State of Georgia 320-G 90 Savannah 1861 Extremely Scarce	Serial # 992 in red ink. Central vignette of horses feeding. Engraved date of December 2, 1861. Printed upon the back of a Georgia Bond. Crackling crisp and fresh. This piece has never seen the market until now. This small denomination note is excessively scarce, with the last one I saw being in 2006. That piece was graded fine with the right corner off and was priced at $175. Most of these small denomination notes from the Planters Bank of the State of Georgia are listed in Haxby as SENC (seen but not confirmed). Obviously put away since the Civil War, there is but one corner fold at the upper right and a tiny margin chink (outside the frame line) at the upper left from the front. The fold likely occurred during careless storage; although no other problems are present. Hand signed in brown ink for President with no ink bleed or burn. I would imagine a lot of collectors have been looking for one of these for quite some time. I feel fortunate to be in a position to offer an example and a pristine one at that.	CHOICE AU	$375 SOLD	Reverse
GA	$10	Bank Of Fulton Atlanta G-10A 1858	Serial # 2497. A very scarce note. When it comes to scarcer obsoletes, one is lucky to find a note in one piece. This note is most presentable and extremely difficult to locate. Rare!	FINE	$550	Reverse
GA	$50	Bank Of Morgan G-18A 1857	Serial # 226. An absolute gem. This fraudulent bank issued notes in denominations of $1,$2, $5, $10, $20 & $50 with the $20 and $50 note being the most elusive. A rare opportunity to acquire quality and rarity.	CHOICE CU	$725	Reverse
GA	$50	Bank Of Commerce G-12B Savannah 1856	Serial # 382. Another high denomination from The Bank of Commerce. The much, much scarcer variety with the New York clause upon the back; which has been covered with red ink. An extremely pleasing note with no problems. Most desirable.	VF	$425	Reverse
GA	$50	Bank Of Columbus G-60A Columbus 1856	Serial # 117. A great Georgia rarity. This note and the note to follow are excessively rare. This example has an ornate reverse which faded within days of release. Of the two notes such as this I have ever handled, (this being the second); the other note graded the same; although the reverse design was gone or could not be made out. An extremely rare note and it is highly unlikely that you will see another.	CHOICE VF+	$950	Reverse
GA	$50 Extremely Rare	Bank Of Columbus G-60B Columbus 1859	Serial # 1358. Very, very similar to the note above; however with no reverse design and red overprints. Also a different printed date. This is the very first $50 Bank of Columbus with red tints that I have ever had the pleasure to offer. Much, much more rare than any given Confederate type note (including T-1 thru T-4 and T-35; to name a few). What is wrong with that picture? Incredibly rare and the first I've ever seen. A very scarce opportunity for the obsolete note collector. Tremendous eye appeal and worthy of the very finest of collections.	CHOICE VF	$1195	Reverse
GA	$5	Bank Of Whitfield G-6 Dalton 1860	No Serial #. The three notes listed below are from an obsolete collection formed around 50 years ago. A beautiful remainder that was printed by the New York Bank Note Company. Wonderful vignettes and engraving.	Gem CU	$275	Reverse
GA	$2	Bank Of Whitfield G-4 Dalton 1860	No Serial #. Another incredibly beautifully vignetted note. Perfect in all respects.	GEM CU	$275	Reverse
GA	$20	North Western Bank G-10A Ringgold 1861	Serial # 124. A very presentable example of this tougher Ringgold issue. Very well trimmed and no problems. Very tough to find. For every note you see with no stains, tears, spotting or problems there are 100 times that number that do have the aforementioned problems. A very tough and attractive obsolete.	VF	$275	Reverse
GA	$50	Augusta Insurance & Banking Company G-48A Augusta 1860	Serial # 313. Machine stamped serial numbers. Above average color for this American Bank note Company product. Very tough to locate this nice. The areas at the bottom reverse that looks "funny" is the result of the pen stroke continuation of the Cashier to the left front. There are no repairs and the note is completely original. A very colorful and desirable obsolete.	VF	$195	Reverse
GA	$1	Augusta Insurance & Banking Company G-6A Augusta 1861	Serial # 268. Simply an incredible example of the engravers art. Bold, bright, vivid color as if the day it was printed. From the same collection as that note listed above. Quite obviously, the previous collector choose from the best. One thing else is apparent. this note has not been exposed to any light in the last 150 years or so. Otherwise; there is no way the color could be this vivid. Superb/	VF/XF	$155	Reverse
KY			KENTUCKY
KY	$20	Farmers Bank of Kentucky Frankfort H-259 PMG GEM CU 67 1860	Serial # 124. The grading services are downright brutal at the 65 level. It is hard to believe that this note has earned an unheard of grade of Superb Gem CU 67. An incredible, fully issued Obsolete; that many have argued is the most beautiful of them all. The only problem with that argument is that there are a good many beautiful Obsolete Bank Notes. This particular example is graced with a stunning orange/red overprint and is a product of the American Bank Note Company. Very, very few obsoletes are printed upon the back and with color due to the extremely high cost involved in printing the notes. This note possesses a red design upon the back with "FARMERS BANK OF KENTUCKY" and the denomination; "20". Every note I have seen on this bank has a pinkish hue to the paper. The red back helps contribute to this; although not completely. The fact that this note is not a remainder; but fully issued and has attained this grade level is truly amazing! I have seen very, very few notes of any kind graded Gem CU 66 by PMG; however, I have seen none graded SUPERB GEM 67! If you want the best; and I mean the very best; here it is. Perfect trim and no problems of any kind.	PMG SUPERB GEM NEW 67 "Exceptional Paper Quality"	$695	Reverse Pic 2
LA			LOUISIANA
LA	$1	State of LA CR-3 Baton Rouge 1862	Serial # 17509. Although printed in New Orleans, this first series of Louisiana State issued notes were actually issued from Baton Rouge. The back reflects the serious lack of paper in this area, even this early in the war, due to Butler's invasion and occupation of New Orleans in April, 1862. Subsequent notes, i.e., the second, third and fourth series were printed in Columbia, South Carolina. This is a quality example of the $1 issue of the first series. Central vignette of a maiden seated by a Confederate shield. An extremely interesting back; Bank of Texas notes! Although not extremely rare or expensive; the note reeks of American history.	CHOICE AU	$140	Reverse
LA	$100	State of LA CR-11 Shreveport 1863	Serial # 1898. Central vignette of the proposed Capital Building of Louisiana (never built). Portrait of LA Governor Thomas o. Moore to upper left and Liberty holding spear with Confederate shield in front of here. By this time; printing of Louisiana State notes had shifted to Columbia, SC (also the location of printing facilities for the central CSA government). This note was engraved and printed by B. Blanton Duncan, a former Richmond, VA dentist and the same person who printed several Confederate issues; including the CSA T-29. An elaborate green back adds to the eye appeal of this most desirable issue. Tough to locate in high grade, as not near as many high denomination notes were printed as low. A very tough one in this grade. No problems whatsoever...none! A superb example and one you cannot go wrong with.	CU	$395	Reverse
LA	$20	State of LA CR-13 Shreveport 1863	Serial # 1790. Central vignette of Confederate General P.G.T. Beauregard. Superb red tint. Ornate, blue reverse. A plain, but highly desirable example of this ever elusive issue. While remainders are readily available; it has been my experience, especially in recent years, that fully issued, high grade notes are rapidly disappearing. Years ago, it was not uncommon to see these in high grade fully issued. Not so today. With the portrait of one of Louisiana's favorite Son's; one could expect no less. This example is near perfect. As clean as a pin, crisp, bright and fresh. Dead, solid perfect trim. Simply a magnificent Louisiana Civil War era note which is in extremely high demand. There are simply not enough issued notes to go around. A beauty.	CHOICE AU	$250 SOLD	Reverse
			Over the years, I have watched these smaller denomination Louisiana State notes continue to rise in price and desirability. What were once $10 notes are now $150. $20-$25 pieces have risen to near $200 in high grade. I can understand this, as more and more collectors enter the market and I see no reason why the rise in cost will not continue. Of all the smaller denomination State issues emitted during the Civil War, it is my opinion that none can rival the appeal and desirability of the Louisiana State notes. Listed below are just a few for your consideration.
LA	$3 1862	State of LA CR-4 Baton Rouge	Serial # 9805. Green "3" and "THREE" overprint. Confederate States above "3" to left and The United States above "3" to right. Printed upon back of unused Exchange Bank of Holly Springs, Mississippi Notes.	Choice VF	$135	Reverse
LA	$2 1862	State of LA CR-2 Baton Rouge	Serial # 16627. Red "TWO" overprint. Maiden holding key seated by Confederate shield. Printed on back of Texas notes. Printed date of February 24, 1862. A very well trimmed and nice example.	AU	$175	Reverse
LA	$2 1862	State of LA CR-2 Baton Rouge	Serial # 66. Red "TWO" overprint. Far and away the lowest serial number I have ever seen on one of these lower denomination Louisiana notes. Very well inked. Printed on the back of Texas notes.	XF	$165	Reverse
LA	$2 1862	State of LA CR-6 Baton Rouge	Serial # 4730. Green "TWO" overprint. Printed upon the back of Mississippi Notes. A choice example if there ever was one. No problems of any kind or character and a gem.	CHOICE CU	$195	Reverse
LA	$1 1862	State of LA CR-3 Baton Rouge	Serial # 14393. Red "ONE" overprint. Printed upon the back of unused Commercial and Agricultural Bank of Texas notes for use at Columbia, Texas.. Crackling crisp and fresh. A gorgeous piece and getting ever tougher in this grade.	CU	$180	Reverse
LA	$1 1862	State of LA CR-3 Baton Rouge	Serial # 11486. Red One overprint. printed upon the back of unused Texas notes as above. Two corner folds and no other problems.	AU	$165	Reverse
LA	$1 1862	State of LA CR-3 Baton Rouge	Serial # 34109. Same as above. Well trimmed and bright.	CHOICE VF+	$135	Reverse
LA	$1 1862	State of LA CR-8 Baton Rouge	Serial # 4203. A lovely 1862 $1 issue. Green One overprint. Printed upon the back of unused Mississippi notes. Choice in all respects. Although you cannot see the embossing; you sure can feel it. Superb.	CHOICE CU	$180	Reverse
LA	$1 1864	State of LA CR-16 Shreveport	Serial # 2849. These notes have blown me away with regard to cost. George Washington to left. Lady on island with cotton bales in center. Plain back. No ink bleed or burn and no folds. Crackling crisp and bright.	CU	$145	Reverse
LA	50 cents 1864	State of LA Cr-20 Shreveport	Serial # 3813. As nice as these come. "South-Western Print" imprint. Clean, bright and like it was printed yesterday. Getting much, much tougher to locate this nice now.	CHOICE CU	$160	Reverse
LA	50 cents 1864	State of LA CR-20 Shreveport	Serial # 5670. Sailing ship at sea. By 1864, materials such as paper and other staples were in short supply. Not quite cut as well as the above, although still Crisp new.	CU	$140	Reverse
LA	$1.50	New Orleans, Jackson & Great Northern RR UNL New Orleans 1861	Serial # 444. Central vignette of Locomotive. One Dollar & 50 Cents left and right. Plain reverse. Simply a splendid example of this most odd denomination Louisiana piece signed and numbered in red ink. Frequently encountered in much lower grade. Crackling crisp, bright and fresh. Great trim with no problems whatsoever. As well inked as one could hope for with superb eye appeal. A wonderful piece of history at a very reasonable cost.	CU	$150	Reverse
LA	$500	Bank of Louisiana 75-G30C Forced Issue New Orleans-1862 Rare Note	Serial # 298. Brown ink date of Dec 14, 1862. Central vignette of Warships in harbor. Maid with shield to left. Oval portrait of woman to right. Vivid blue "500" overprint. Brilliant orange "Bank Of Louisiana 500" back. Crisp, bright and fresh. These large denomination notes are not easily located; as one can only imagine what $500 would buy in 1862. Increasing this note's desirability is the "Forced Issue" stamp on the face. Simply a gorgeous obsolete bank note and extremely desirable. The $1,000 note listed above was sold by me; then re-sold for a sum nearly double what I had it listed for. Remember; this note is not a remainder of which you see so many of from the State of Louisiana. Those are quite common and cut from unused sheets in modern times. This note is far, far more rare than any remainder, as it was used during the Civil War. A beauty.	CHOICE VF	$1675	Reverse
LA	$100	Bank of Louisiana 75-G26A Forced Issue New Orleans-1862	Serial # 557. A superb example of this high denomination Bank of Louisiana note. Bearing the same train vignette as the famous Confederate T-15. Indian maid left and unknown woman to right. Vivid orange back. Perfect trim and as crisp as a CU note. No pinholes or any problems whatsoever. A beauty and very difficult to locate this nice. Crystal clear with super clarity and contrast.	CHOICE VF	$450	Reverse
LA	$50	Bank of Louisiana 75-G22A New Orleans-1862	Serial # 567. Printed upon quality Bank Note paper. Central vignette of Maiden surrounded by ships. Bank building to lower left. Superb orange "Bank of Louisiana" reverse. Far and away above average and what is most frequently encountered. Perfect trim & no problems. As bright and crisp as a new note. This note saw little circulation, as it has the "pop" of a new note. All of these are tough to locate without ink burn or bleed and not worn out.	VF/XF	$295	Reverse
LA	$50	Bank of Louisiana 75-G22C Forced Issue New Orleans-1862	Serial # 188. Another splendid $50 issue. Dated June 14, 1862. Simply a terrific note and a "Forced Issue" to boot. Clean, bright and fresh.	VF	$375	Reverse
LA	$20	Bank of Louisiana 75-G16C Forced Issue New Orleans-1862	Serial # 1141. Dated May 22, 1862. Maid upon horse in front of Greek City. Old Style Script "TWENTY" green overprint. Black tinted reverse design. A very solid note from this most interesting series. I have many Bank of Louisiana notes which are not listed here. If you are in need of any note from this bank; please let me know.	Fine	$125	Reverse
LA	$5	Bank of Louisiana 75-G10C Forced Issue New Orleans-1862	Serial # 1760. Dated June 16, 1862. Large Eagle with banner of E. Pluirbus Unum behind it. Liberty to right. A splendid, totally problem free example. Very well inked, with great contrast and clarity. As clean as a pin and brilliant orange color on back. At the time, these notes were not inexpensive to produce; especially with the large amount of orange ink used on the back. Perfect trim and all one could want in this obsolete.	CHOICE XF+	$195	Reverse
LA	$2	Bank of Louisiana 75-G4 Forced Issue New Orleans-1861	Serial # 11964. Dated September 19,1861. Central vignette of Mercury handing coins to Minerva. Plain back. This low denomination note is much tougher than the $5-$50 notes; as it was a work horse piece that circulated heavily. Rarely found above VF and most often located much rougher than this piece. The first Bank of Louisiana $2 note I have had to offer in a good while. While I have many duplicates of the $5, $10, $20 and $50 notes; not so here. A very clean and bright note and exceptionally nice for this issue.	FINE	$395	Reverse
LA	50 Cents	Napoleonville UNL E.O. Melancon February 4, 1862	Serial #35. An excessively rare piece of merchant scrip from Napoleonville, LA. Central vignette of the Confederate States of America 3rd variation Flag. Bearing 11 stars, this flag was in use from July 1861 through November 1861. I know of no other piece which carries a vignette of this rare version of the Confederate Flag. Justice to right; plain back. Incredibly well preserved with great eye appeal. There are only a few of these pieces known as is likely evidenced by the low, two digit serial number of 32 upon this piece. The survival rate was likely also extremely low. If you want rarity and quality to go with it, here is your opportunity. Simply a superb and most desirable piece of American History.	PMG VF-20	$1350	Reverse Pic 2
			A FEW WORDS ABOUT LA PARISH NOTES. Nearly all parish notes from the State of Louisiana are scarce. When found, they are most often encountered tattered, torn, holed, limp and very unattractive. These notes are each and every one, miracles of survival; having withstood the ravages of time, humidity, heat, hurricanes, critters and most anything that one can think of that is detrimental to a notes survival. Locating an example which grades a solid fine is indeed a scarce occurrence. They are much, much more scarce than they are priced, thereby representing a much under appreciated and under valued area of collecting. Issued during the Civil War, many of these notes are payable in Confederate Treasury notes. With the fall of New Orleans early in the War; such notes are even more elusive. Do not let the fact that I have several Louisiana Parish notes for sale lead you to think these are common...they are not. I work very hard to acquire every single nice example I can find. I am very pleased to offer some of the finest Louisiana Parish notes I have ever had the opportunity to own.		$
LA	50 Cents UNL	Parish of Ascension 1861	Serial # 144. A truly gorgeous example of this very, very tough Parish note issued at Ascension on December 24th, 1861. Crystal clear, bright and great contrast. Bold signatures and serial numbers. No pinholes or any problems. It is indeed hard to believe that a note such as this could have survived for nearly 150 years in this state of preservation. Notes like this won't be available forever. Just a superb quality; extremely scarce Parish. Located South of Baton Rouge on the Mississippi River and issued in a now extinct town.	VF+	$475	Reverse
LA	$20 UNLISTED	Parish of Avoyelles Marksville, La. 1862	Serial # 270. A very scarce parish note and a tough one for even the most advanced collector of this series. Printed upon the back of Some sort of promissory note; this example is pristine when it comes to Parish issues. Not one pinhole, chink or problem and a true miracle of survival. If you want a note that is sure to hold it's own and then some; you cannot go wrong with this one Issued at Marksville, La. A very rare note among rare notes. Super!	VF+	$995 SOLD	Reverse
LA	$5 Unlisted	Parish of Bossier Bellevue, La 1862	Serial # 827. By far; the finest example of a Bossier parish note I have ever seen. These notes just aren't found in this condition; and as stated, I've never seen anything like it. An incredible note. Located in Northwest Louisiana, near Shreveport; Bellevue is now extinct. Not one blemish, pinhole, or other problem of any kind. Simply amazing and the odds of locating another such as this one are extremely remote; if not impossible. As with all of the notes listed on this site; a lifetime guarantee of authenticity is provided.	GEM CU	$450	Reverse
LA	$3	Parish of Caddo Shreveport, La 1862	Serial # 2045. Never before have I had the opportunity to offer two of the rarest Parish notes extant....Caddo. Issued in the extreme Western portion of the State at Shreveport. Excessively rare, it is unusual to locate a Caddo Parish note period; much less in one piece. No problems and Good luck finding another. This is the first Three I've seen in 35 years. Even the most advanced collections lack this Parish. Bold signatures and great contrast. Rare isn't the word.	F+	$1375	Reverse
LA	$5	Parish of Caddo Shreveport, La 1862	Serial # 213. Of all Louisiana Parish notes listed here; this note is far and away the most rare and highly sought after. Befitting of the very best Parish note collection there is. In fact, most collections lack Caddo. Excessively rare. Simply a beautiful example with no problems whatsoever. Remember the forward with regard to these Parish notes. Bright, clean, crisp and fresh....totally incredible for such a rare piece. There are probably not more than 10 or 12 of these known. If you want rarity and quality; here it is. A rare opportunity.	VF+	$1595	Reverse
LA	$5 UNLISTED	Parish of Caldwell Columbia, La 1862	Serial # 66. November 12th, 1862. A superb example of this extremely rare parish note. Bold signatures, bright and no problems. Blue paper with great contrast. Very rare this nice.	VF+	$695	Reverse
LA	$20 UNL	Parish of Concordia Vidalia, La 1862	Serial # 261. A very colorful note created by Blanton Duncan; the Richmond based Dentist who engraved and printed several notes for the Confederate States of America. This note was printed at Columbia, SC. Once rather plentiful, this note, as with all material such as the notes listed here are becoming near impossible to find. A beauty with just a touch of handling. A quite expensive note to produce in it's day; as the more color you had, the more scarce ink you used.	AU	$175	Reverse
LA	$1	Parish of Saint John the Baptist 1862	Serial # 746. Green "ONE" overprint. Portrait of General P.T. Beauregard at far left. An absolutely choice example of this very difficult Parish note. Located between Baton Rouge and New Orleans; this Parish borders Lake Pontchartrain in the swamp. The $1 issue is much tougher than the $3 note; although both are tough notes. Simply amazing. An AU note with two pinholes noted. A pinhole in a Louisiana parish note is akin to a fly on an elephants back. A beauty and never found in this grade.	AU	$425	Reverse
LA	$3	Parish of Saint John the Baptist 1862	Serial # 734. Red "THREE" overprint. Our good General is to the far left. Printed upon the back of the City of New Orleans, Louisiana bonds. Another amazing note. Clean bright and fresh. Never before have I seen so many nice, problem free Louisiana Parish notes. These are much, much more difficult that one might think and it is quite easy to mistakenly assume these are common because I have a fairly good number of choice notes listed. Believe me...this could not be further from the truth. No pinholes, bright, clean, crisp and totally problem free.	XF/AU	$350	Reverse
LA	50 Cents UNLISTED	Parish of Iberville Plaquemine, La 1862	Serial # 2307. A very solid example of this small denomination Parish note. These are rapidly disappearing . Do not let the fact that I have several fool you; these notes are downright hard to find. Acquired as an AU+; my grade is XF. A neat one. Issued at Plaquemine, La., on the West bank of the Mississippi River and just Southwest of Baton Rouge.	XF	$95 SOLD	Reverse
LA	$3 UNLISTED	Parish of Iberville Plaquemine, La 1862	Serial # 595 with Green overprint. The same note as that listed below; except in far higher grade. A very tough note to begin with; to locate an example in this grade is next to impossible. A beauty. Bright, clean and crisp with great eye appeal. Issued at Plaquemine, La., on the West bank of the Mississippi River and just Southwest of Baton Rouge.	AU	$265 SOLD	Reverse
LA	$3 UNLISTED	Parish of Iberville Plaquemine, La- 1862	Serial #1689. Printed date of March 15, 1862. A totally different variation of the $3 Parish of Iberville $3 note; although dated the same as the above note. Green overprint. Some edge bites and a small tear to left front. Still; a tough one.	VG	$125	Reverse
LA	50 cents UNLISTED	CORP of NEW IBERIA-1862	Serial # 998. Davis and Stephens. About as rare as they come; with this the only known example. Payable in CSA notes and a very presentable example of this incredibly rare Louisiana Civil War note. A must have for the Louisiana collector.	FINE	$1585	Reverse
LA	5 cents UNLISTED	TOWN of OPELOUSAS 1862	Serial # 10226. Printed date of April 21, 1862. Printed upon incredibly thin "rice" paper; it is hard to imagine how such an example could survive for 145 years period...much less in this pristine state of preservation. An extremely scarce note without any problems whatsoever. Payable in Confederate notes and issued at Opelousas. Superb.	VF/XF	$275	Reverse
LA	5 cents UNLISTED	TOWN of OPELOUSAS 1862	Serial # 5230. October 4th, 1862 printed. An amazing miracle of survival from this very important Civil War location. Payable in Confederate States notes or in notes of the Banks of Louisiana. Signed by the Clerk and President of Opelousas. Amazingly, no spots, chinks pinholes or other problems. A truly rare and desirable piece.	VF/XF	$ 265	Reverse
LA	10 cents UNLISTED	TOWN of OPELOUSAS 1862	Serial # 4193. Printed date of October 4th, 1862. In this instance; blue lined paper was utilized from what appears to be an old ledger sheet. If you look at the three notes listed here from the TOWN of OPELOUSAS; you will note that each one is printed upon a different type of paper. Paper was extremely scarce in the south during the Civil War and these notes were printed upon paper that could be derived from any source. There was no reliable supply of any one type of paper; thus the three different notes. Crystal clear and bright; this example is superb for a note from this location and time. Traces of mounting are noted upon the back, however do a note of this caliber no harm whatsoever. A splendid and extremely tough note.	VF	$ 295	Reverse
MD			MARYLAND
MD	$5	Allegheny County Bank- Cumberland A 639 Jan 4, 1860	Serial # 628. A wonderful look into the world of the engravers art in 1860. Printed by the renowned American Bank Note Company of New York City. Click the inner box once you have the scan up and blow this note up. Incredible work; long since lost in my humble opinion. Although graded Choice About New 58 PPQ (Premium Paper Quality) by PCGS; I am at a loss as to why the note is not graded higher. I can assure you this note is the equivalent or better than any "CU" note you will see offered today. Superb.	CHOICE ABOUT NEW 58 PPQ-PCGS	$250	Reverse Pic 2
MO			MISSOURI
MO	$3	CR-9 1862	Serial # 102302. A very attractive piece with vivid blue color and great eye appeal. Printed upon the back of a bank draft which itself has a superb vignette of an old paddle wheeler. Trimmed a hair tight at the upper left a bit; thus the grade of UNC...instead of Gem CU. No folds, pinholes or problems of any kind. Original embossing.	UNC+	$225	Reverse
MO	$2	CR-10C 1862 changed to '64	Serial # 286. A splendid example of this much tougher issue which has had the printed "62" of 1862 changed to "64" in brown ink. Extremely tough to locate in high grade. Four full frame lines; although a little close at the lower right front. Vivid Green overprint.	CU	$325	Reverse
MS			MISSISSIPPI
MS	$100	State of Mississippi CR-1Ab 1862	Serial # 2650. Dated "Jany 8, 1862 and payable on June 1st, 1863. The first State issues of MS can arguably be the finest quality and most desirable series of State issues known. They are all gorgeous, with superb vignettes and printed by the American Bank Note Company. I have seen these notes go from $150 to $300 to $600; to $1,000 then to $1,500 and now $2,000 in a very short time period. We will soon be saying that $3,000 was cheap for these that are in pristine condition. Simply an incredible note and a GEM. Very seldom available in this grade and most frequently encountered in VF or so. If you want a magnificent Southern State note; you can't go wrong here.	GEM CU	$1795	Reverse
MS	$50	State of Mississippi CR-2Ab 1862	Serial # 2753. Another incredibly beautiful Mississippi State note. Dated in brown ink, June 8, 1862 and payable on June 1st, 1863. It has been my experience that of the $100, $50, $20, and the $10 note of this series; that the $50 is the toughest to locate. At any rate; these are very seldom seen in this grade. These notes are not cheap; however they never will be and today's price will seem cheap this time next year. Many years ago; with some effort one could locate nice examples of this series. Due to their beauty and quality; such is not the case today. No ink bleed or burn and one of the most beautiful obsoletes extant. Quality and rarity....you cannot go wrong here. Lessor quality notes may be acquired for less money; however, if you are in this for the long hall; buy the best there is.	GEM CU	$1795	Reverse
MS	10 Cents	Claiborne County, Miss 1862 K-50375A (Krause) R-7	Serial # 3748. A downright scarce Mississippi piece payable in CSA dollars and printed upon the back of a Claiborne Co. Court document or writ. Dated July 25 , 1862 When the Civil War was in high gear. All silver and copper coinage was hoarded during the Civil War and thus various localities printed these small denomination pieces for use in regular, day to day commerce. Very scarce and a great Mississippi Civil War note. As clean as a whistle and no pinholes or other problems. Very, very tough to find.	VF	$350 SOLD	Reverse
MS	$1.25	Grand Gulf & Port Gibson RR Co. K-52304a PORT GIBSON 1862 Rare Note	Serial # 570. All red print with red "ONE DOLLAR 25/100" protector on right end. Printed upon the back of uncut sheets of Bank of Port Gibson Notes. Brown ink date of Feby 17, 1862. An extremely scarce note and an exceptionally odd denomination. A true miracle of survival and not one single problem, as one would expect stains, chinks, tears and all sorts of problems with a note such as this. It would seem that being printed upon the back of unused Bank of Port Gibson notes darkens the red somewhat. Not one pinhole or problem and a true Mississippi Civil War rarity. Superb. One will not find many $1.25 denomination pieces from any location; much less the beautiful location of Port Gibson. A note that reeks with history.	VF+ Mkt Grade XF+	$775	Reverse
MS	$20	Miss & AL Real Estate Banking Co K-14364A Decatur 1839	Serial # 2221. Dated March 2nd, 1839. A wonderful glimpse into our nations past, particularly into the huge role cotton played. This outstanding piece was "secured by stock" and to be "paid in Cotton! Three bare breasted maidens adorn the front along with the Greek goddess of Minerva. Naturally, there is also present a cotton plant. A true look at the South when Cotton was really "King". Dead, solid perfect trim, as crisp and fresh as new. Bright with no distractions; which is indeed hard to believe. One could write volumes about what this note says by just holding it. Museum quality and here listed for your consideration.	CHOICE AU	$335	Reverse
NC			NORTH CAROLINA
NC	$4	Bank of Cape Fear 90-G-64a Wilmington 1852	Serial # 3320. Dated November 3, 1852. Large "$" in center; with Liberty and shield to right. Imprint: Toppan, Carpenter & Co. Philad". An extremely pleasing odd denomination note payable at the main branch in Wilmington. These notes were heavily used in commerce, thus they are most often found stained, dirty, torn or with other major problems. This note is a nice clean example with no problems. It retains plenty of "pop" with crispness and body. Excellent clarity provides great eye appeal. Harder to find this nice than one might expect.	F+/VF MKT Grade: CH VF	$275 SOLD	Reverse
NC	$5	Bank of Cape Fear 90-G-5 Superb Gem Proof	No serial number. A majestic color proof is there ever was one. On card stock and from the 1990 Auction of the American Bank Note Company Archives. Just an incredible example of the engravers art of more than 160 years ago. This is not a modern or proprietary proof. The real deal; made during the era and for the purpose of allowing bank officials to see their selection of style, vignettes and color in final form. All period proofs are punched out just as this one is. Some bear the red "Property of American Bank Note Co" stamp as does this one, and some do not. The demand for period proofs has never been higher and I see no end to that. Limited in numbers, with very few available. This design for the Bank of Cape Fear $5 note is the style that was to be used at Branch banks with the location of the branch to be filled in. Simply incredible artwork. If you want the very best of the best; here it is.	GEM PROOF	$3950	Reverse
NC	$8	Bank of Cape Fear 90-8a SUPERB GEM PROOF	No serial number. Gem proof on India paper. Gorgeous central vignette of Locomotive passing beneath bridge. "EIGHT" and "8" to left and right. Huge "8" in middle. Simply incredible geometric lathe work appears on this stunning odd denomination proof. No card stock, as is sometimes the case. American Bank Note Company monogram may be seen just to the left of the upper right "8". Again, from the 1990 auction of the American Bank Note Company Archives. So stamped upon the back. This design was to be filled in at a branch bank and not for use at the parent bank in Wilmington. Not a single blemish and beyond belief. The small black dots or squares observed at the upper left and right top are not chinks or defects; but rather centering or alignment inking. The day will soon be upon us when the cost of such a piece (provided it became available) will be well into five figures. Many proofs such as this are at that point now. I know; I've paid that for several. Again, not a modern piece and guaranteed contemporary. A stirring piece of Americana of museum quality. Amazing.	GEM PROOF	$5895	Reverse
NC	$4	Bank of Fayetteville P-800 1849	Serial # 6772. A most unusually designed note; bearing a vignette of an American Indian preparing to draw an arrow from his quiver; looking toward the farmer. I am not sure if these vignettes were intentionally done to tell us where we were in that day and time; although one would be hard pressed to show otherwise. Most interesting. The note is well trimmed and extremely clean and bright for the grade. There exists a "bundle hole" dead center of the note. This occurred when stacks of notes were counted by the Bank or some other entity and a metal pin was stuck through the notes in order to keep them together. This is commonly seen with Confederate Treasury notes and some other obsolete notes. It is different than a pinhole caused by wear. Nonetheless it is present and any potential purchaser should measure the impact on the overall note for himself. A neat piece of Americana if there ever was one.	Fine	$225	Reverse
NC	$2	Bank of Fayetteville P-780 May, 1861	Serial # 215. Dated May 2, 1861 in blue ink. Superb vignettes of covered wagon and an Indian portrait at the lower left. Red "TWO" overprint. Simply a beautifully designed note. The portrait of the Indian at the lower left appears to have come from one of McKenny & Halls sketches painted by hand in the 1830's. The original hand painted portraits were burned in the fire at the Library of Congress in 1847; however a few of these hand painted portfolios were prepared prior to the fire and are extremely sought after today. This note is "tricky" tough without problems and this example is about as nice as one could expect to find one. A tough one and a note which I have not seen in a long, long time.	CHOICE FINE MKT Grade VF+	$395	Reverse
NC	$10	Bank of Lexington P 860A Graham, NC 1860	Serial # 4115. Dated May 8, 1860. Central vignette of Men harvesting wheat. Maidens left and right. Stunning orange-red overprint. Plain back. Simply a gorgeous note and very reminiscent of the Confederate T-24 which was also printed by the American Bank Note Company. The same "10" left and right with the exact same "TEN DOLLARS" in red consuming the entire lower, middle portion of the note. In most instances one cannot read the small "TEN DOLLARS" due to wear. Not so here. Exceptionally bright and vivid. Far above average for this issue. I am seeing a trend at major, national paper money auctions that concerns me. It seems that when obsoletes are auctioned nowadays; most are remainders and few; if any, have color. I have been on this "color" bandwagon for a few years now and is it ever coming true. Four full frame lines and not one problem. No pinholes, chinks or the like. Just a wonderful obsolete with superb eye appeal. In the "ancient" days of the 80's; these were not too tough to find. Has that ever changed. Sure to please and a beauty.	VF	$295	Reverse
NC	$ 5	Bank of North Carolina P 990 Charlotte Branch Scarce Note 1859	Serial # 127. Dated November 1, 1859. Central vignette of paddle wheel steamer in harbor. Two men with farm implements and woman to lower left. "5" counters top left, right and bottom right. Red-orange "FIVE & 5" protectors. Plain reverse. Another beautiful design of the American Bank Note Company of NY. An extremely scarce obsolete bank note. While the Parent bank was at Raleigh, this note is drawn upon the branch at Charlotte. Any Bank of NC note is tough, and I do mean tough. When found, this issue is most often in simply terrible condition, being ragged, torn, missing corners, etc.. The note here offered is a very unusual exception to that rule. While there exists a central pinhole and a dried ink spot on the back; this example is at the high end of the grade range on this bank. In 1859, Charlotte was not the city we know today...by any means. It was a small town and barely large enough to have a branch bank. Notes such as this one are more difficult to locate than ever before. I am seeing national paper money auctions by the major firms selling mostly remainder obsoletes. If you do not think this is where we are heading, you had best think again. The opportunity to acquire scare and desirable obsoletes which are fully issued is rapidly becoming a thing of the past.	Fine+	$475 SOLD	Reverse
NC	$50	Bank of Yanceyville P-1990 1856 CSA T-32 vignette	Serial # 1598. A much tougher high denomination note that one might think. The lower left vignette of the machinist holding the sledge hammer upon his shoulder is now famous due to it's later use on the Confederate States 1861, T-32.Unusually clean and bright with no soiling, staining or spotting which is so often the case with these notes. I don't know how one could ask for a better note. I know I would sure like to see or own some. This is the best I can do and I'm only listing the acceptable examples I can locate which are not rejected due to major problems. Believe me; most obsolete bank notes have problems. I know many are unaware of this. It isn't like I can go out and "get" a better note. If you gave me one million dollars and said "find me a CU note such as this one", I couldn't do it. That is how tough obsoletes really are. A great pice and a most affordable one at that.	F/VF	$225	Reverse
NC	$5	Bank of Clarendon P-450A RED American Bank Note Co.	Serial # 1214. I have heard others say on many occasions that this is one of the most beautiful obsolete notes in existence. Such a statement is quite difficult to argue with, as this is truly a beautiful note. Fully issued and very well preserved. Even tough the corners are somewhat rounded, this example remains a highly desirable and much sought after piece. While the note could be trimmed to sharpen the corners; I do not do that to any note. I leave them alone. Fully framed, bright and crackling crisp. Becoming near impossible to locate in this lofty state of preservation..	AU+	$475	Reverse
NC	25 Cents	Camden County Contemporary Counterfeit NC-C1 FULL UPHAM IMPRINT !	Printed serial # 71. An excessively difficult contemporary counterfeit to find...much less with the full Upham imprint. Printed signatures, S/N, and date. Note that Carolina in North Carolina is spelled Carolna ! I acquired this note many years ago as an uncirculated example; although do not think the note will make full unc. It is actually irrelevant with regard to a note such as this. In most instances, the Upham imprint at the bottom of the note was simply trimmed off and the note entered circulation. It is indeed a difficult task to locate anything with a full Upham imprint in this day and time. Absolutely guaranteed to be a contemporary counterfeit printed by Samuel Upham of Philadelphia during the Civil War. Superb!	AU	$475	Reverse
NC	$3	Bank of Washington Chartered 1855 Failed: 1866 P 1350A 1862 Remainder	Serial # 2845. Another American Bank note Company of NY product. Blazing red and an odd denomination to boot. Tiny little sheet crimp at upper left back; as made. Partially issued with signature for Cashier and dated. A beauty.	GEM CU	$170	Reverse
NC	$ 4	Bank of Washington P 1360A Washington, NC FULLY ISSUED 1860	Serial # 777. Dated November 17, 1860. Central vignette of large shield with Indian family to left and four females with globe to right. George Washington in oval at upper left. Large red protector over "4" and "FOUR" at bottom center. Plan back. Simply a gorgeous, fully issued note designed and engraved by the American Bank Note Company of New York. Notes with color were extremely expensive to produce in their day and it is apparent that the Bank of Washington spared no expense with this note. Bold, vivid detail with outstanding eye appeal. These scans always make a note look worse then they appear to the human eye. Remainders (unissued notes) are not hard to find on this bank. However, locating a fully issued note that was used in the day is becoming extremely difficult. A most unusual serial number as well; #777. Were this a federal note, that fact alone would create huge demand for it. One or two expected scattered pinholes which are not the least bit distracting. A wonderful odd denomination note from a very desirable North Carolina Bank.	Choice Fine ++ MKT GRADE: VF+	$395	Reverse
NC	$4	Bank of Washington P 1360A Remainder	No serial number. Cut from an unused sheet. While these sheets were at one time abundant; not so today. The blazing color and superb design makes these notes desirable even as remainders. It would be truly incredible to locate an issued piece this nice; however, I don't think that is possible. Simply superb.	GEM CU	$175	Reverse
NC	$10	Bank of Washington P 1380A Washington, NC FULLY ISSUED 1861	Serial # 1508. Dated November 1, 1861. Central vignette of George Washington in oval surrounded by two maidens and large eagle at top. Brilliant red "TEN" overprint. Plain back. Another beautiful product of the American Bank Note Company of New York. It would only stand to reason that this note was printed before the Civil War broke out; dated and issued after. The American Bank Note Company was the same firm that printed the Confederate "Montgomery" issues; T-1 thru T-4. Federal authorities learned of this and quickly seized the plates from the American Bank note Company in New York City. This note is dated several months after the Civil War broke out; although was likely ordered by the bank before the war. Notice the "18" of the date is engraved, thereby allowing the bank to fill in the year. An interesting scenario. The note offered here is about as good as these come; fully issued. Perfect trim, no pinholes and clean as a pin. The best fully issued Bank of Washington note I've seen in a long, long time.	CHOICE VF+	$395 SOLD	Reverse
NC	$20	Dobson Interest Certificate Feb 9, 1863 UNL. Extremely Rare	Serial # 306. Simply an incredible piece of NC history. The first I have ever seen and as far as I know; the only such piece in existence. Dobson, NC is located in Surry County. Bordered on the North by Carroll, Patrick and Grayson Counties Virginia; and located in the Northwestern part of NC. Named after Surrey County in England, home of one of the first Governors of NC, William Tryon. An intriguing aspect of this [piece is that it was printed at St. Clair's Power Press, Wytheville, VA. Perhaps you have seen some notes, such as Hillsville, VA and a few others printed by the same printer. Prohibitively rare. Issued to one "D M Cooper at Dobson" on the 9th day of February, 1863. Signed by H.C. Hampton, clerk, Nathan Nixon Chairman and Jacob Worth, Clerk of the Committee of Finance. Vignette of dogs chasing stag. Simply an amazing North Carolina piece issued during the Civil War. If you want rarity and quality; here is your opportunity.	PMG AU 55	$1100	Reverse Pic 2
NC	$5	Bank of Wilmington 100-G-2c Superb Gem Proof	No serial number. A breathtaking proof upon this very tough North Carolina Bank. Unparalleled engraving work by Danforth, Wright & Co. of Philadelphia and New York. Blast color and eye appeal beyond belief. A rare proof; as if any were common. Mounted upon card stock of the day and completely normal. This proof was not in the American Bank Note Company Archives sale. Consequently; no stamp. I collect Tennessee proofs and each and every one I have appears just like this upon the back. Most of my proofs are former Paul Garland (wrote TN book) and are on card stock with a little brownish stripe just as this one. Not even remotely faded after all of these years. An item which could be the centerpiece of anyone's collection. For those of you who collect proofs; I would say that you had best not wait much longer on acquiring the pieces you want. The prices are skyrocketing and "we haven't seen anything yet". A beautiful piece of art.	GEM PROOF	$6100	Reverse
NC	$10	Bank of Wilmington 100-G-14c Superb Gem Proof	No serial number. India paper proof mounted upon card stock. A majestic piece if there ever was such. Any note upon the Bank of Wilmington is scarce. Many are known in proof only and never emitted. In business for only 11 years; from 1855 to 1866, very few notes survive today. Even an issued note such as this example which might grade fine will fetch $2,000 in today's market. Pre-American Bank Note Company sale and guaranteed contemporary. I can't say enough about this immaculate piece. The way obsolete proofs are going; such pieces will not be available in the not to distant future. Just in the last three years; I have seen the cost of obsolete proofs triple. From the enthusiasm and participation I see at bourse floors and auctions across the country; I'm quite certain this trend will continue. Proofs have begun to be recognized for the beauty and art work they are. A stunning proof and a piece that you cannot go wrong with.	GEM PROOF	$6250	Reverse
NE			NEBRASKA
NE	$1	Bank of De Soto (Mckee) Mc-3 1863	Serial # 3g32. Chartered 1857. Am amazing example of the long lost art of engraving; as so many obsoletes are. Issued at DeSoto. Daniel Webster to the right. Gem, with no problems whatsoever. Green one overprint	GEM CU	$175	Reverse
NE	$1	Bank of De Soto Mc-4 1863	Serial # 1104. Red overprint. Elusive "Redeemable at NO 90 Wall Street, NY" across front. Issued at De Soto. A beauty.	GEM CU	$175	Reverse
NE	$ 2	Bank of De Soto Mc-9 1863	Serial # 3870. Another American Bank Note Company Beauty. Green two overprint. The steamer "De Soto" beautifully engraved upon the front. A gem if there ever was one.	GEM CU	$265	Reverse
SC			SOUTH CAROLINA
SC	$ 5	Bank of Charleston S-53 Charleston 1858 CSA T-35 Indian Princess Vignette	Serial # 94 ! Dated January 5, 1858. Central vignette of Maiden with anchor. Indian with bow to left. The "Indian Princess" vignette to right. Plain back. A cherry of a note for this bank. If you can't afford an Indian Princess (CSA T-35), here is the opportunity to own a very scarce note with the exact same vignette for thousands of dollars less. A choice note for this Bank with superb eye appeal. Great trim, no pinholes, margin chinks or any other problems. An extremely scarce note in it's own right. In all probability, there exist far fewer of these notes than the known number of CSA T-35's. Just a gorgeous South Carolina rarity and very,very seldom seen. Especially rare in this grade and this nice.	VERY FINE MKT Grade: VF/XF	$895	Reverse Pic 2
SC	$ 20	Bank of Chester SH 124 American Bank Note Company Great Color Chester, SC May, 1860	Serial # 127. Blue ink date of May 1, 1860. Central vignette of Locomotive. Hope seated with sailor holding flag to left. Brilliant orange "20" overprint. Plain back. An exceptionally tough South Carolina obsolete; and even more so without problems. Simply a gorgeous note with superb eye appeal, color and clarity. Many of thee notes display some type of control stamps, as does this one. The day is fast approaching when such notes will not be available at all. Fully issued notes with color on the State of South Carolina are downright tough. A most desirable note and one which would please anyone.	CHOICE FINE MKT Grade: VF	$695	Reverse Pic 2
SC	$100	State Bank of SC S-455 Charleston 1859 R-7	Serial # 878. Dated January 8, 1859. Central vignette of bare breasted maiden. Portrait of George Washington to left. Plain back. A superb example of this extremely tough, high denomination obsolete. Nearly always encountered with corners missing, torn or in very rough shape. This being the best example of the $100 note on this bank I've seen. Tan/orange tint. Superb clarity, color and contrast. Great trim with the body and crispness of a brand new note. The signatures are bright and vivid as are all details of this tough note. Light, contemporary ink splatter is noted upon the back, which does not show through to the front. Contemporary ink does not concern me and many other collectors; however it does some. Given the fact that this sheet (before cutting) could have been laid upon something just signed or the fact that ink bottles were everywhere in the signing room explains a good deal of this. When it comes to a note of this high denomination and scarcity, it does not detract in my humble opinion. Just a beautiful obsolete note.	VF+ MKT Grade: XF	$725	Reverse
SC	$5	Farmers and Exchange Bank S-163 Brokers stamp- Grenada, Miss Charleston	Serial # 890. A common South Carolina note. Superb centra vignette of oxen pulling a wagon load of cotton. What separates this note from others is the brokers stamp. When these stamps were placed upon notes by brokers, banks or what have you; they were putting their name and reputation on the note that it was good. Even though Grenada, MS is a long way from Charleston, the stamp is a reinforcement, if you will, that the note was good in the Grenada area. In general, the farther away a note was from the bank that issued it; the less it was worth. Things were not like they are today. If a broker saw an opportunity to buy these notes at less that face value; and pass them at face value or close thereto; the stamp was placed upon the note. It legitimized the note to the extent that the broker/banker was favorably known. Enough of that. Further study upon these stamps will eventually take place. Now is the time to acquire them, as no research has been done.	Fine+	$145	Reverse
SC	$5	Farmers & Exchange Bank S-163 Charleston Brokers stamp- Atlanta Insurance Co. Tough July 28, 1856	Serial # 933. Same vignette as note listed above. This note is very well preserved; still retaining much of it's original crispness. Wonderfully framed and very well inked with superb clarity and contrast. This example bears the quite scarce brokers stamp of the Atlanta Insurance company. The stamp reads as follows: "ATLANTA INSURANCE CO. BANKING and EXCHANGE OFFICE ATLANTA, Ga". I have only had the occasion to observe this stamp on very, very few obsoletes over the years. Sooner or later; these broker stamps will catch on. Once they do; they will be absorbed quickly and the price will increase dramatically. Here is an opportunity to get ahead of the pack with a very nice note to boot.	VF	$155	Reverse Pic 2
SC	$5	Union Bank SH-611 Charleston, SC 1859 Spurious Issue	Serial # 467. Dated in blue ink, 1st January, 1859. An intriguing example of this spurious note on the Union Bank of South Carolina. Chartered in 1811, this Bank was in continuous operation until; as with most Southern Banks, 1865. The end of the Civil War brought about the demise of nearly all Southern Banks. An exceptionally well executed and designed note; this example was not actually printed by the Union Bank of SC. It is not counterfeit; wherein an attempt was made to reproduce an existing note. Nor is it altered; wherein an actual note was altered to appear as a higher denomination or from a different sate. Spurious means just what is says. It was totally made up to pass as a Union Bank of South Carolina note. Pass it did; as over 150 years ago, means of communication in existence today were beyond the wildest dream of anyone. Rated a rarity 6 by Mr. Austin Sheheen in his recent work on South Carolina Obsolete Bank notes. This translates into 5-15 known. A very pleasing example of this very scarce piece and sure to please. A great piece for any obsolete note collector.	PCGS VF-20	$650	Reverse Pic 2
TN			TENNESSEE
TN	$20	Bank of America G-141 Clarksville PROOF PCGS GEM NEW 65 PPQ	No serial #. An incredible proof upon this very tough Tennessee Bank at Clarksville. The increased interest in Proof obsoletes in the last 5 years has been nothing short of amazing. This is an old piece...not a modern Proprietary Proof. From the famous sale of the American Bank Note Company held in 1981. These proofs were made up to show bank owners what their newly ordered notes would look like. They are every bit as old as the obsolete note itself, if not older. All proofs are punch out cancelled, as may be seen at the bottom of this one. Done so that the piece could not be used in any manner in commerce. With a proof; you get all of the detail that would come with the first note off the press. Much akin to coins in that respect. Many proofs are found torn at the punch outs, stained or damaged. As these are over 150 years old, this is understandable. This note presents absolute perfection. PCGS uses a more clear sleeve or holder for their graded notes, thus the piece is much more clear to see than a PMG product. The demand for these is simply incredible. I have seen many proofs of late that 5 years ago could have been bought for $2,000 sell now for near $8-$10,000. A spectacular piece and priced to sell.	PROOF PCGS GEM NEW 65 Premium Paper Quality	$2650	Reverse Pic 2
TN	$1	Central Bank G-917 1855	Serial # 485. This bank opened it's doors in 1855 and closed in 1859. The parent bank was at Nashville, with branches at Dandridge and Paris. A gem; this note offers simply beautiful vignettes. Most obsolete notes cannot be located in this grade. This particular issue; with patience may be found in high grade; although the times are changing. Dated June 25, 1855. It is truly hard to believe that this note is over 154 years old. If you want the best; this note is for you. The signatures are correct; and no problems. Perfect trim, superb contrast and eye appeal. Now; nearly impossible to locate this nice.	GEM CU	$450	Reverse
TN	$5	Central Bank Dandridge G-273 1855	Serial #3391. Far above average example with nice, full borders. You will not find many; if any, notes upon this bank nicer.	VF	$275	Reverse
TN	$5	Central Bank-Paris Branch G-1094 1855	Serial # 5027. Simply incredible central vignette of the Battle of New Orleans. This note was drawn on the Paris branch located in middle/west, TN. On occasion, found nicer than this, although I wouldn't hold my breath on this branch issue. Rated an R-11 by Garland (The History of Early Tennessee Banks and Their Issues). You will notice that I do not list dirty, stained, spotted, torn and ugly obsoletes. With some issues; this is the only way they can be found. A very nice note with not one single problem. Dated July 10, 1855.	CHOICE VF	$275	Reverse
TN	$10	Citizens Bank Nashville & Memp. Knoxville Branch G-449 1853 R-13	Serial # 3900. Another elusive note payable at the Knoxville branch of this bank. Incredibly clean bright and clear with superb eye appeal. One does not have the opportunity to acquire a problem free example of this note very often....perhaps once every 20 years or so. Central vignette of the Battle of New Orleans and a portrait of Andrew Jackson to the lower left. A couple of non distracting pinholes are noted for accuracies sake along with an insignificant edge ding. You could ask me to go out and locate this note for you; no matter what the cost, and I could not likely find another. Quality plus rarity.	FINE	$450	Reverse
TN	$10	Exchange Bank of Tennessee Murfreesboro G-791 1856	Serial # 7081. This Murfreesboro Bank was chartered in 1852 with a capital of $100,000. The bank failed sometime in 1859. A superb example of this most desirable note. Central vignette of Gentleman buying cattle and sheep. Woman feeding chickens to lower right. Red, ornate reverse. Great trim, superb clarity and contrast with resulting wonderful eye appeal. Murfreesboro notes are extremely popular among collectors. Just about as nice as you can find this piece.	VF	$185	Reverse
TN	$5	Exchange Bank of Tennessee Murfreesboro G-789 1856	Serial # 1850. A gorgeous note with wild horses depicted in the central vignette. Cattle coming to water at the lower left. Red, ornate reverse. Jumbo borders all the way around. Very well inked, with superb clarity. Signatures, date and serial number are very bold. One tiny pinhole exists in the middle of the note. Otherwise; that's it. An incredible obsolete and a true miracle of survival. They come no nicer than this for the grade.	FINE	$175	Reverse
TN	$1	Blount County G-1316 Maryville Dec. 16, 1862	Serial # 469. Issued at Maryville; just outside of Knoxville, Tn. Simply a breathtaking piece and as nice as you could ever hope to find. Bright, clean and fresh.	CHOICE AU	$350	Reverse
TN	$5	Cocke County G-1330 April 1, 1863	Serial # 92. A superb example of this very tough Civil war issue. A depiction of the famous Female Riding Deer vignette of Confederate note contemporary counterfeit fame. Now the home of Dolly Wood; Gatlinburg, Pigeon Forge and other such tourist traps. A very high grade example of this East Tennessee rarity printed upon blue lined paper. Printed by Haws & Dunkerley, Knoxville. Rare.	XF/AU	$950	Reverse
TN	50 Cents	Union Bank of Tennessee G-342 Jackson R-13 1837	Serial # 3975. An incredible example of this very early Tennessee issue. The odds of survival are extremely remote; however, surviving in this lofty state of preservation is unheard of. Signed by Henry Elrod and as clean, bright and crisp as one could ever hope to find a 172 year old note. No pinholes or other problems. Original embossing throughout! As with any note on this site; there is a lifetime guarantee of authenticity. In 1837; Jackson, TN (which is about 90 miles East of Memphis) was only a few years prior Choctaw Indian Territory. Sure to please and a note that is of museum quality. Extremely rare and the very first I have had the pleasure of offering.	XF+	$675	Reverse
TN	$ 20	Union Bank of Tennessee G-495 Knoxville Branch 1857	Serial # 1496. Dated January 1, 1857. Central vignette of Liberty at right, Ceres at left between a shield bearing an American Eagle and "E. Pluribus Unum". Woman spinning flax; left and right. Plain back. A superb example of this tough Tennessee issue. The parent Bank was at Nashville and was one of the earliest Banks formed in the State. See above. This note is a true miracle of survival in this state of preservation. As crackling crisp as any modern, new note that one could obtain at their local bank today. Thin paper and not one single, solitary pinhole. No ink bleed, chinks or other problems. The sheet crimp at the lower left back of the note looks like a fold, although it isn't. It is raised, as sheet crimps are. Interestingly, this note bears the famous motto "E. Pluribus Unum". It was not until 1873 that the motto would be legislated as a requirement upon all United States coins and paper money. One of the earliest uses of the motto I've seen. A super piece of American history in an incredible state of preservation.	AU	$375	Reverse Pic 2
TN	$5	Bank of America Clarksville UNLISTED	No Serial #. This bank was chartered in 1850 and opened it's doors in 1856. The parent bank was at Clarksville; with branches at Brownsville, Dresden and Rogersville. Failed in 1862, as Union forces occupied the bank as an office for the US Provost Marshall in 1862. Bank of America notes are very rarely seen issued. I do have fully issued notes on the branch banks at Rogersville and Dresden. Of interest is a known affidavit, signed by John W. Faxon, Asst.. Supervisor of Banks for the State of Tennessee that states the following" I, John W. Faxon do certify that I have this day the 13th day of Dec. 1860 seen burned at the Bank of America in Clarksville, Two Hundred and twenty four thousand, seven hundred and ninety ($224,790) dollars of the Bank of America and Branch notes". Due to the Geographic distance from Clarksville and it's Branches; the overwhelming odds are that most of the notes so burned were the Primary bank notes payable at Clarksville. Thus the shortage and rarity of a signed Clarksville note on this bank today. Further, I can find no listing in Garland for a Bank of America note drawn at Clarksville or any of the branches with an American Bank Note Company Imprint upon it. None. All were printed elsewhere according to Garland. As crisp as the day is was printed and a beautiful piece. Perfect trim and superb. If you want a note on the Bank of America which is not listed in Garland, you cannot go wrong here.	CHOICE CU	$375	Reverse
TN	$10	Bank of Chattanooga G-97 1859	Serial #1290. A far above average example of this gorgeous American Bank Note Company product. Usually found torn, tattered and downright ragged. Typical weak inking. Even on the very few Bank of Chattanooga notes that were a tick nicer than this; it is not unusual for the ink to be faded. Perhaps it was the type of ink used. While these notes may have been available 25-30 years go; the same cannot be said today. No pinholes, chinks, tears or the like. Truly amazing for the grade. This particular variety bears the "Memphis & Charleston" upon the side of the first car behind the tender car. Much tougher than one would think. I certainly know of no place to acquire another.	FINE	$275 SOLD	Reverse
TN	$ 10	Lawrenceburg Bank G-504 Remainder All Red Tints Lawrenceburg Beautiful Red	No serial number or date. Established in 1848 and sold to the Gayoso Savings Institution of Memphis in 1859. Central vignette of Indian Princess seated by shield. Eagle and flags above. Portrait of Lucy Holcombe Pickens to left. Pickens exemplified the "Women of the South" and may be found upon several Confederate Treasury notes. This is the first use of her portrait that I am aware of. Simply an incredibly beautiful note. This note more than adequately illustrates why collectors are drawn to obsolete bank notes. Orange/Red overprints that glow. Crisp and fresh as they come. Eye appeal that never gets old and just a beauty. The lightest of corner folds at the upper left reverse is all that keeps this note from Gem status. These notes in years past were fairly readily available. With the onslaught of new collectors in this arena, they are much tougher than they used to be in this grade. You can't go wrong here.	CHOICE AU+	$425	Reverse
TN	$2	Savings Bank of Louisville Nashville G-973 1838	Serial # 630. In existence in 1837 and 1838. All known are Otis Anolo & Co., Agent. Only $1 and $2 notes are known to exist. A magnificent example of this very early note. Fully engraved date of May 1, 1838. Central vignette of Justice standing by shield and Mercury to the left. The 1838 example has a printed back "Steel Plate To Prevent Forgery". That back is bright and vivid upon this example. The 1837 $2 note has a plain back. A choice example with no pinholes or problems. Superb inking and subsequent clarity and contrast. As good as they come. Superb eye appeal adorns this R-13 note. A true TN rarity and of the highest quality.	VF/XF	$385	Reverse
TN	$ 1	Bank of Nashville G-805 Nashville 1853 Stirring vignette Tough Note	Serial # 25760. Engraved date of August 1, 1853. Incredible central vignette of an Indian with horse overlooking a distant steam train in motion. Indian Princess standing over Ceres to right. Train in oval to left. Plain back. To me, the historic significance of the central vignette can not be overstated. In 1853, were the citizens aware that such a scene as this predicated the Native American Indians demise? It almost seems so. We have to remember that in 1853, the Trans Continental Railroad had not been completed; much less started. I see many similar scenes upon obsolete bank notes wherein it almost seems that the populace knew that the beginning of the end for the Native American was coming. At this time; most forts had not been built out West; and it was years before Custer's "last stand". The great thing about these notes is that one could ponder about current events in 1853 for days and not know the real answer. I try and shorten my descriptions of notes and then see one like this. I cannot help but think such things, as my love for history takes over. Irregardless, crisp, bright and extremely well inked. No pinholes or other problems. Great trim and extremely scarce. I am beginning to see national auctions that contain mostly remainders. Not issued notes. The times are changing and anyone that wants to acquire some of these wonderful pieces of American history had best do so. A great obsolete.	CHOICE VF/XF MKT Grade: XF/AU	$575 SOLD	Reverse Pic 2
TN	$ 2	Ocoee Bank G-472 Knoxville 1862	Serial # 3190. Engraved date of January 8, 1862. Green overprint. Small vignette of locomotive in center. Plain back. Printed by "Price Current" of New Orleans. A lovely bright example of this elusive note. These are not extremely rare; however, they are scarce at this grade level. As crackling crisp and fresh as the day it was printed. Original embossing is evident when looking at the note in person, although cannot be seen in the scan. Two sheet crimps are present along with the very slightest of handling. The parent bank was located at Cleveland, TN. This piece is drawn upon the branch at Knoxville during the height of the Civil War. An exceptionally high end piece.	XF/AU MKT Grade: UNC.	$325	Reverse
TN	50 Cents	Bank of the State of Tennessee Columbia/ Covington G-266 Extremely Rare 2-4 Known June 20, 1827	Serial # 701. The second Bank of the State of Tennessee was charted in Nashville on June 26, 1820. Columbia, Franklin and Knoxville are believed to have opened branches; although there exist no known notes from the Columbia Branch. This very early piece of Tennessee history is in reality a form of check or draft drawn upon the 2nd Bank of the State of Tennessee. It is signed by J. H. Clark, the Cashier of the Columbia branch and payable to "W. L. Wood". Interestingly; the notation of "Covington" appears at the lower left front. An estimated 2 to 4 of these pieces are thought to exist. I can say without reservation that this is the first such piece I have ever seen. The truly incredible facet of the note is the unbelievable state of preservation it remains in. I've seen early notes from other states; however, none can compare to this piece. Garland lists the printers as Cutler & Gorley. However, the printers upon this piece are Cutler and Soulpe. This is perhaps an unknown variety. When you get this early into Tennessee banking, there are a lot of unknowns. At this very same time, the area where Memphis stands was "Choctaw Territory". Whatever the case may be; a great Tennessee rarity and a piece which can be appreciated by any collector; in or out of Tennessee. Incredible.	XF	$825	Reverse
TN	$100	Bank of Tennessee G-36 1860	Serial # 370. Very small punch cancels; as all of the $10 and up denominations are. Those who do not collect obsoletes may not realize just how nice this note is. This one is as nice as you can get...provided one could locate another $100 note. Very scarce and seldom seen. Blue printed reverse. Just a prime example of this rare issue. Not encountered above VF; when seen. Excessively scarce.	F/VF	$425	Reverse
TN	$20	Bank of Tennessee Nashville G-894 1861	Serial # 2879. A choice note payable at the parent bank at Nashville. Unlike most of the Bank of TN issues; this particular note bears the imprint of the American Bank Note Company of New York. A lovely tan/orange color. Blue ornate reverse. Central vignette of Ceres, Commerce and Justice. To the right; Justice holds scales aloft and a portrait of Zachary Taylor is to the left. Far above average for this note. The usual punch out cancels; which unlike CSA notes; do not harm this piece in any manner. Extremely difficult to locate this choice. A scarce opportunity to acquire a very desirable and high quality Tennessee piece.	VF	$295	Reverse
TN	$10	Bank of Tennessee Rogersville Branch G-1139 R-13	Serial # 726. An incredibly tough note, as the majority of Tennessee obsoletes are. Payable at the Branch Bank at Rogersville. This quaint little town is Tennessee's second oldest town, nestled in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains in East TN. The parent bank was at Nashville, with 10 branch banks from one end of Tennessee to the other. Rogersville is a particularly tough note to find in any denomination, much less this $10 piece. Ornate blue reverse and an orange/brownish front. Two small eraser sized punch out cancels are noted. All Bank of TN notes are found with the cancellations. If you are waiting for an example that is not cancelled, good luck and may you live a long, long time. Seriously, a superb obsolete combining quality and rarity. These do not come in higher grade!	FINE+	$275 SOLD	Reverse
TN	$1	Bank of TN-Knoxville G-430 Incredible Note 1861	No serial #. Simply an incredible example of this low denomination note printed by James Manouvrier of New Orleans and Confederate T-12 fame. These low denomination notes were used extensively in commerce. The best one might expect to do with a note such as this one is a VF and that would be a long shot. Most often encountered tattered, limp, stained, holed and torn; the note here offered is amazing. There were no hordes of these and it's state of preservation is indeed a true miracle of survival. By far; the very best of these low denomination Bank of TN notes I've ever seen; much less owned. Signed by the Confederate Depositary agent in Knoxville, Dr. J.G. M. Ramsey. Ramsey was also involved extensively with the Bank of TN. You won't get a chance like this anytime soon. Super rare in this state of preservation.	GEM CU	$325	Reverse
TN	50 Cents	Bank of Tennessee G-425 Knoxville Branch 1861 Superb	No serial number. Engraved date of December 1, 1861. Central vignette of locomotive. Spanish four-real piece, right and left. Plain back. Another incredible Tennessee note. This note was also the product of James Manouvrier of New Orleans. Clear, clean and as crisp as the day it was printed. Small denomination notes such as this one circulated heavily in day to day commerce. Not from any hoard or large grouping of these which have been found. I've been collecting Tennessee obsolete bank notes for close to 40 years and have never seen better. As with all of the Knoxville Branch notes, signed by Dr. J.G.M. Ramsey whom was also the Confederate depositary in Knoxville. The only method of telling which branch bank these smaller notes are drawn upon is by the signature. Branches at Athens, Trenton, Rogersville, Sparta, Columbia, Shelbyville, Clarksville, Somerville and the parent bank at Nashville all had different signatories. Much tougher than one might expect. If you want the best, here it is.	Choice XF	$275	Reverse
TN	50 Cents	Bank of Tennessee G-426 Knoxville Branch 1862 GEM CU	No serial number. Red "50". Engraved dated of October 1, 1862. Printed upon the back of Bank of East Tennessee Checks. Imprint, Haws & Dunkerley, Prs., Knoxville. Incredibly rare in this lofty state of preservation. Again, not from a hoard or long lost grouping. Without question; the very finest I've ever laid eyes upon. One of the very few obsolete Bank notes to be produced and emitted during the Civil War. If is hard to grasp just how rare this little piece is. Given it's size, maybe 2 inches by 3 inches and the fact that these were used heavily, it is indeed hard to comprehend how this note survived so long unused. I would imagine just as how some magnificent coins were preserved; by being placed somewhere by someone and not used for an unknown reason. Whatever the case may be, a true rarity in this condition. Not many of the smaller notes such as this survived and those usually seen are absolute dogs. Signed by J.G.M. Ramsey. The very best!	CHOICE CU	$375	Reverse
TN	10 Cents	Bank of Tennessee G-415 Knoxville Branch 1861 HIGH GRADE	No serial number. Engraved date of December 1, 1861. Small central vignette of locomotive. Spanish four-real coin to left. "10" to right. Imprint: J. Manouvrier N. Orleans, La.. Another small denomination note which is simply not found this nice. Lower denomination 10 cent notes are available. My philosophy with regard to that is, why not the best? It will pay in the long run. Brown ink signature of J.G.M. Ramsey. Many collectors desire anything signed by Ramsey. A beauty which i know that I cannot replace.	XF+	$275	Reverse
TN	10 Cents	Bank of Tennessee G-416 Knoxville Branch 1862 Choice Note	No serial number. Red "TEN" "10" overprint. Engraved date of October 1, 1862. Printed upon the back of Bank of East Tennessee checks. A pristine example if there ever was one. I am extremely pleased to be in the position to offer the high quality, low denomination notes you see here. I have not been able to do so in 38 years. Imprint: Haws & Dunkerley, Prs., Knoxville. Interestingly, this imprint and the use of Bank of East TN notes to print these upon leads one to the conclusion that the low denomination notes were printed locally only at the Knoxville Branch. The 10 cent note listed above was printed at New Orleans and notes shipped to each branch. Not the case with this note. J.G.M. Ramsey had the political clout to have his own Branch bank notes printed. Dated just 11 months before Ramsey hurriedly left Knoxville with Confederate and Bank of Tennessee assets in hand. Due to the Union siege in late November of 1863, Ramsey fled to Atlanta and stored the Confederate and Bank of Tennessee assets at the Bank of Fulton. A marvelous piece of Americana.	XF/AU	$350	Reverse
TN	$5	Bank of East TN. Jonesboro Branch G-352 1854	Serial # 918. A very pleasing example of this East Tennessee issue. Emanating from Jonesboro; Tennessee's oldest town. This bank's parent bank was at Knoxville; with branches at Chattanooga and Jonesboro. The signatures are clear and legible and there are no pinholes nor any problems frequently encountered at this grade. A corner fold is quite evident at the lower right reverse. All in all, a very solid note from this gorgeous East Tennessee location.	FINE+	$160	Reverse
		SCRIP / TN	Small denomination scrip notes were used in both the North and South during the Civil War; with the predominant use in the South. During the War; all hard money (specie) consisting of silver, gold and copper coinage was hoarded. There were no small denomination notes available for general commerce in some areas; consequently, local merchants had their own printed. By 1863, many Southern states were printing small denomination notes, such as Alabama, North Carolina, Georgia, Florida and Mississippi. Tennessee did not print these notes. As Tennessee was the last to join the Confederacy and the first re-admitted to the union; those scrip pieces which are found payable in Confederate notes are especially rare and desirable. All are scarce and most are extremely rare. You will find here the most comprehensive listing of Tennessee scrip notes available anywhere. At most, these notes have a known population of 5 or 6. Many much less or unique. Most often encountered tattered, in pieces or in parts; these issues are very, very rare let alone in decent grade. A wonderfully rich area to collect. Many of the towns you see listed here are now extinct. Paul Garland, the author of the Tennessee bible with regard to TN issues owned many of the notes listed below. Most TN Merchant scrip is held be the Museum of the Confederacy or the Smithsonian Institution. Garland sold some of his notes to Sedman. Sedman in turn sold to Schingothe. The Schingothe collection consisted of 16 catalogs of obsolete bank notes which were sold over a period of a few years by R. M. Smythe; now Spink Smythe.
TN	75 Cents	Cornersville UNL Feb 10, 1862	Serial # 115. Likely A.W. Johnson with the signature worn off. A great rarity printed upon blue lined paper. Superb condition and extremely rare. From Marshall County and payable in CSA $$$. R-15 Unique.	XF/AU	$ 1995 SOLD	Reverse
TN	50 Cents	Fayetteville UNL Nov 5,1862	No serial #. R.A. McDonald. Lincoln County, Tenn. Excessively rare. 2-4 known. Payable in CSA notes. X - Paul Garland. R-13.	Solid Fine	$1,150	Reverse
TN	$1	Fayetteville UNL Nov 5,1862	No serial #. R.A. McDonald. Lincoln County, Tenn.. Another extremely rare TN. piece. 2-4 known. R-14 Former Paul Garland, Sedman & Schingoethe	VF+	$1,350	Reverse
TN	$1	Sparta UNL Nov 12, 1862	No serial #. James Cook. White County, Tenn. Former Paul Garland, Sedman & Schingoethe No problems and incredibly rare. R-15 Unique.	F+	$1,150	Reverse
TN	75 Cents	Carthage UNL Dec 5, 1862	Serial # 111. H.A. Sanders. Smith County, Tenn.. Carthage; home of former vice president Al Gore. Excessively rare and simply a superb piece. There are only three known pieces of scrip from this location. 2 of this one and a single 10 cent piece. This example is far and away in the best condition of the three. 3 known total. R-14.	FINE	$1,250	Reverse
TN	50 Cents	Celina UNL Nov 14, 1862	Serial # 194. L.W. Oglesby. Clay County, Tenn.. Clay County, TN was formed from sections of Jackson County & Overton County, TN in 1870. First I have seen and beyond rare. X - Paul Garland. 1-2 known. R-14. Superb	F+	$ 995	Reverse
TN	$1	Columbia UNL March 6, 1863	No Serial #. J.F.L. Cochran. Maury County, Tenn.. An incredible piece. Totally original in all respects. Two known examples; of which this is by leaps and bounds the finest. This denomination is the only one known for J.F.L. Cochran. Former Garland, Sedman and Schingoethe. R-14. 2 known.	VF/XF	$ 1175	Reverse
TN	75 Cents	Sparta UNL Aug 8, 1862	No Serial #. S. Clark, Corner Store. White County, Tenn.. Some minor restoration at tears; although extremely rare. R-15; unique.	VG+	$ 995	Reverse
TN	$2	Kingston UNL Feb 1863	No Serial #. Roane County, Tenn.. No known scrip from Kingston is issued. Excessively rare. This piece has a signature and date on the back; although I can not ascertain it. A true Tennessee rarity and the only example I have ever owned.	VF	$ 975 SOLD	Reverse
TN	$1	Kingston UNL Feb 1863	No Serial #. Roane County Tenn. No merchant. as stated above, there are no known issued script pieces from Kingston. Incredibly rare and just a great piece. As with most all of the scrip listed here; this piece belongs in a museum. First I've ever seen or owned. Amazingly well preserved and one of the highest graded scrip notes I've ever seen. Absolutely genuine.	XF	$1100 SOLD	Reverse
TN	$ 2	Lebanon UNL Oct 27, 1862	Serial # 21. T. Harrington. Wilson County, Tenn.. Simply a choice example of this great rarity which is totally problem free. Printed upon thick paper. Outstanding for a rare scrip piece. Excessively rare. Choice. R-15. Unique.	Choice VF	$ 895