| Description |
Continental Currency May 20, 1777 $2 Fr. CC-63. PCGS Extremely Fine 40 Apparent. This is the lowest denomination "First United States" note, with the "United States" boldly engraved into the top face border cut. A premium value type in all grades. Though some scattered foxing is visible on the face and back, this is a crisp, well-margined note. Noted as Apparent due to "Minor Stains; Mounting Remnants on Back" by PCGS. This is very scarce and very rarely seen in true Uncirculated grades. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society
From Newman VII (Heritage Auctions, 10/2015, lot 19068), realized $646.25. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions. |
