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Huntsville, AL - Branch of the State of Alabama at Huntsville $10 18__ AL-5 UNL Rosene 3-UNL. Proof. PCGS Extremely Fine 45 Apparent. A third very rare denomination proof from this unlisted series of demand notes from the Huntsville branch of the State Bank. Like the $1 and $5 proofs, it is beautifully engraved by Draper, Toppan, Longacre & Co. At top center is the seated trio of Ceres, Plenty and Navigation; at the left end, on a TEN plinth, is an Indian chief; at upper right, a standing allegorical female. It presents well, but is noted Apparent by PCGS as Hole Punch Cancelled, as manufactured in the proofing process, and with "Internal Tear at Left." The rarity is great and presents a key opportunity. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Realized $2,232.50. Newman VI (Heritage Auctions, 4/2015), lot 19005. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions. |
