| Description |
Hertford, W.E. $100 Counterfeit Bill. "The Pittsburg National Bank of Commerce." (Dated) Pittsburg, Pa., Jan. 2d, 1865. 611 Post Street, San Francisco, 1865. 13.5 by 15.5 cm. 4 pages, no covers, held together by a metal eye perforation at top center. Printed on one side only. Gives a lengthy explanation of the defects visible both to the naked eye and under a microscope and asks 25 cents if the recipient finds this helpful. Folded for mailing. Not in Dillistin. Very rare. Estimate $200. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Auctions 11/2018 (Newman XI), lot15884 (realized $114).
Heritage link: http://www.ha.com/c/item.zx?saleNo=1283&lotIdNo=11537 |
