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12 pounds


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Type Currency
Title 12 pounds
Date September 1, 1775
Country United States
Grade Very Fine 35
Service PCGS
Denomination 12 pounds
Description Virginia September 1, 1775 12 Pounds James River Bank Form Fr. VA-87. PCGS Very Fine 35 Apparent. The highest denomination James River Bank Form, with a blank back as more commonly encountered. The printed back 12 pounds is the key to the series. The well-penned trio of signatures includes Robert Carter Nicholas. A choice example from the series and only noted with "Small Edge Splits." A superior type note. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society Realized $940.00. Newman VII (Heritage Auctions, 10/2015), lot 18222. Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions.
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