| Description |
New Orleans, LA- Red River Packet Co. $1 Dec. 1, 1861. PCGS Fine 15. An interesting title and an iconic transportation type evocative of Mississippi River commerce. Notes from the issuer have a common style, but come with green or red overprints; some have variants. Printed on thin white paper. The wide top center vignette of a packet boat is signed "Childs" below. The green protector ONE is outlined and shaded. Plate letter A is at the upper right. With a strong pair of signatures and sharp color protector. Choice for the type. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20443, realized $120. |
