| Description |
Potter, Elisha R. A Brief Account of Emissions of Paper Money, Made by the Colony of Rhode-Island. Providence: Published by John E. Brown, 1837. 8vo, later red morocco-backed gray cloth, gilt. 48 pages. The first work on the paper money of a single Colony, and one of the earliest American works of numismatic import. Very rare. Spine sunned; very good or better. Estimate $200. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society.
Heritage Auctions 11/2018 (Newman XI), lot15945 (realized $99).
Heritage link: http://www.ha.com/c/item.zx?saleNo=1283&lotIdNo=11103 |
