| Description |
Natchez, MS - Commercial Bank of Natchez $100 Branch Payable 18__ MS-160 G162 Kraus 40234p. Proof. PCGS Choice New 63 Apparent. The final denomination from a fabulous set of Natchez proofs from the Newman Collection. A handsome and rare proof from an Underwood, Bald, Spencer & Hufty engraved series and printed on India paper only. Native American child paddles a duck-billed canoe within the titles at top center. Identical ends with a standing allegorical female holding cameo head upon a "100" plinth. The usual "Hole Punch Cancelled" designation and a "Small Edge Tear at Right" noted by PCGS. This is an excellent higher denomination proof from a significant bank. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20129, realized $2880. |
