July 2026 America250 Colonial Currency Premier

Lot: 97001 - CT-182. Connecticut. May 10, 1775. 40 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63.

No. 7722. Offered here is a Choice Uncirculated Colonial-era piece from Connecticut. Scarce absent obvious cancellations.

Lot: 97002 - Lot of (2) CT-191 & CT-210. Connecticut. January 2, 1775 to June 19, 1776. 2 & 10 Shillings. Very Fine to Extremely Fine.

Offered here is a lot of (2) evenly circulated Colonial-era notes from Connecticut. Crude tape repairs and margin issues may be observed.

Lot: 97003 - CT-193. Connecticut. July 1, 1775. 40 Shillings. PMG About Uncirculated 50.

No. 6951. Signed by Jabez Hamlin, Elisha Williams and Jesse Root. Printed in New London by T. Green, July 1775. A wonderful example of the colonial seal of Connecticut is seen boxed at left. There are three grape vines surrounded by the motto SIGILLUM COLONIAE CONNECTICENCIS (Seal of the Connecticut Colony). Contained on ribbon within QUI TRANSTULIT SUSTINET, which translates "He who transplanted sustains." Three sharp and clear red signatures, four unusually broad and even margins and perfect print resolution (neither too light nor too dark) characterize this lightly handled piece. Most importantly this note is uncancelled and far more desirable as such.

Lot: 97004 - Lot of (3) CT-194, CT-225 & CT-236. Connecticut. June 7, 1776 to June 1, 1780. 1 Shilling, 2 Shillings & 6 Pence & 40 Shillings. Very Good to Very Fine. Cancelled.

Offered here is a lot of (3) imperfect Colonial-era notes from Connecticut. Internal issues and cancellations are noticed alongside a fragmentary note that has been crudely sewn back together to maintain a semblance of integrity.

Lot: 97005 - CT-212. Connecticut. June 19, 1776. 5 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 64.

No. 5111. A strictly Choice Uncirculated Colonial-era note from Connecticut. This note retains extant penned elements and lacks any noted cancellations.

Lot: 97006 - CT-212. Connecticut. June 19, 1776. 5 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63.

No. 5199. A strictly Choice Uncirculated Colonial-era note from Connecticut. This note retains extant penned elements and lacks any noted cancellations.

Lot: 97007 - CT-215. Connecticut. October 11, 1777. 3 Pence. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ.

No. 31382. Uncancelled and standing as the sole finest example of its denomination in the PMG Population Report, this Colonial-era note from Connecticut is also uncancelled separating it from the norm represented by many surviving notes from this emission. This same note is also plated on page 89 of the Newman text, The Early Paper Money of America.

Lot: 97008 - Lot of (2) CT-226 & CT-227. Connecticut. March 1, 1780. 9 Pence & 1 Shilling & 3 Pence. Extremely Fine to About Uncirculated Cancelled.

Light circulation and rounded cancellations may be observed on these Colonial-era notes from Connecticut issued under the emission dated March 1, 1780.

Lot: 97009 - Hartford, Connecticut. Hartford & New Haven Turnpike Company. ND (1799). 25-12.5-6.3-4¢. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63 Details. Stained.

No. None. Offered here is an intact block of (4) impressions with (2) partial impressions evident along the bottom margin. The Hartford & New Haven Turnpike was authorized in 1798 and opened the following year amidst much enthusiasm for the decimal system which explains the odd-denominations of this emission. These notes were engraved by Amos Doolittle who produced many New England Obsoletes during this period. PCGS Banknotes comments "Stained."

Lot: 97010 - Hartford, Connecticut. Hartford & New Haven Turnpike Company. ND (1799). 4 Cents. PCGS Banknote Uncirculated 61.

No. None. The Hartford & New Haven Turnpike was authorized in 1798 and opened the following year amidst much enthusiasm for the decimal system which explains the odd-denominations of this emission. These notes were engraved by Amos Doolittle who produced many New England Obsoletes during this period. PCGS Banknote comments "Minor Stains."

Lot: 97011 - Hartford, Connecticut. Hartford & New Haven Turnpike Company. ND (1799). 4 Cents. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 53.

No. None. PCGS Banknote comments "Minor Stains."

Lot: 97012 - Hartford, Connecticut. Hartford & New Haven Turnpike Company. ND (1799). 6 Cents, 3 Mills. PCGS Banknote Uncirculated 62.

No. 100. The Hartford & New Haven Turnpike was authorized in 1798 and opened the following year amidst much enthusiasm for the decimal system which explains the odd-denominations of this emission. These notes were engraved by Amos Doolittle who produced many New England Obsoletes during this period. PCGS Banknote comments "Minor Stains.'

Lot: 97013 - Hartford, Connecticut. Hartford & New Haven Turnpike Company. ND (1799). 12 Cents, 5 Mills. PCGS Banknote Uncirculated 62.

No. None. The Hartford & New Haven Turnpike was authorized in 1798 and opened the following year amidst much enthusiasm for the decimal system which explains the odd-denominations of this emission. These notes were engraved by Amos Doolittle who produced many New England Obsoletes during this period. PCGS Banknote comments "As Made Paper Wrinkle, Minor Stains."

Lot: 97014 - DE-28. Delaware. February 28, 1746. 10 Shillings. PMG Very Good 8 Net. Severed & Reattached.

No. Unknown. A rarity despite extensive circulation and overt impairments. This Colonial-era note from Delaware was printed by Franklin & Hall, but the imprint has been partially obscured. Even so this note has been reattached via a piece of paper scrap emblazoned with German text lending this note something unusual even among impairment pieces. PMG comments "Severed & Reattached."

Lot: 97015 - DE-43. Delaware. May 1, 1756. 15 Shillings. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Contemporaneously Pinned at Center, Splits.

No. Unknown. Well-circulated with a contemporary "Pin Repair" evident at center which joins two large pieces. The Franklin & Hall imprint is nonetheless quite clear on this specimen. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Pinned at Center, Splits."

Lot: 97016 - DE-52. Delaware. March 1, 1758. 20 Shillings. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Contemporaneously Pinned at Center.

No. Unknown. Well-circulated with a contemporary "Pin Repair" evident at center which joins two large pieces. The Franklin & Hall imprint is nonetheless quite clear on this specimen. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Pinned at Center."

Lot: 97017 - DE-59. Delaware. May 1, 1758. 15 Shillings. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Contemporaneously Pinned at Center.

No. Unknown. Well-circulated with a contemporary "Pin Repair" evident at center which joins two large pieces. The Franklin & Hall imprint is nonetheless quite clear on this specimen. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Pinned at Center."

Lot: 97018 - DE-66. Delaware. June 1, 1759. 10 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 20 Net. Contemporaneously Sewn at Center.

No. 49519. Evenly circulated with three faint signatures evident. This Colonial-era note from Delaware does demonstrate its share of repairs, but the all-important Franklin & Hall imprint remains clear along the entire balance of the back design. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Sewn at Center."

Lot: 97019 - DE-67. Delaware. June 1, 1759. 15 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 20 Net. Contemporaneously Sewn at Center.

No. 18942. Evenly circulated, but repaired to prolonged circulation as evidenced by two distinct sewn fragments. This note still boasts a clear Franklin & Hall imprint alongside distinct design elements on both sides. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Sewn at Center."

Lot: 97020 - DE-68. Delaware. June 1, 1759. 20 Shillings. PMG About Uncirculated 53.

No. 23084. Tied to one of the most important scientific personalities of the period, this Colonial-era note from Delaware is highly unusual among its peers in terms of condition. Signs of light circulation is readily perceptible alongside three distinct penned signatures. Full margins may also be observed lending this note a scarce distinction scarcely seen among circulated survivors from the period while the all-important of B. Franklin imprint stands in unparalleled glory alongside that of his business partner D. Hall who managed the day-to-day operations of the firm. Other elements such as the skeletal leaf imprint favored and pioneered by Franklin as an anti-counterfeiting method and the crude vignette of a lion both seen on the back both offer an uncommon level of detail unimpeded by unsightly impairments such as splits or tape repairs that are routinely seen among surviving notes that bear Franklin's imprint. Held together these elements are more than a testament to fortunate circumstances, but also the rarity of similar specimens at this grade level. This combined with the upcoming Semiquincentennial may very well create the perfect storm that sees this note into a fine collection, but only after a fierce session of bidding that may yet make our estimate seem academic in retrospect. PMG comments "Stains." PMG Pop 1/1 Finer.

Lot: 97021 - DE-69. Delaware. May 31, 1760. 20 Shillings. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Contemporaneously Pinned at Center.

No. 1173. Well-circulated and pinned to prolong circulation, this Colonial-era note from Delaware nonetheless offers a number of attractive traits. Here distinct color can be seen alongside three bold penned signatures and the all-important Franklin & Hall imprint which stands unobstructed by any repairs. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Pinned at Center."

Lot: 97022 - DE-72. Delaware. May 31, 1760. 50 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 1075. A rare item produced under the partnership of Benjamin Franklin and David Hall. The firm of Franklin & Hall offers a particularly strong numismatic legacy attested by a multitude of issues from Pennsylvania and Delaware. Most surviving pieces that were produced by Franklin & Hall often display evidence of prolonged circulation usually with impairments. Save for a comment for "Splits, Pinholes" applied by the likes of PMG, this example shows evidence of only even circulation and retains much in the way of eye appeal. Perfect for the collector looking to represent this historically significant partnership in their own collection. PMG comments "Splits, Pinholes."

Lot: 97023 - DE-74. Delaware. January 1, 1776. 18 Pence. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 25742. Distinct penned elements may be observed on this mid-grade Colonial-era note from Delaware issued under an emission dated January 1, 1776.

Lot: 97024 - DE-76. Delaware. January 1, 1776. 4 Shillings. PMG About Uncirculated 50.

No. 66014. Three bold penned signatures may be observed on this lightly circulated Colonial-era note from Delaware issued during the 1770s.

Lot: 97025 - DE-79. Delaware. January 1, 1776. 10 Shillings. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64 EPQ.

No. 55580. Pedigreed to the Ford holdings that were disbursed at auction in the 2000s, this note offers uncommon originality and eye appeal bound to appreciated by bidders.

Lot: 97026 - DE-79. Delaware. January 1, 1776. 10 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63 PPQ.

No. 61428. Between impeccably engraved details and eye appeal best demonstrated by the penned elements; little is left to wonder why this note earned a grade of Choice Uncirculated 63 PPQ at the hands of PCGS Banknote.

Lot: 97027 - DE-79. Delaware. January 1, 1776. 10 Shillings. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58 EPQ.

No. 54624. Three extant penned signatures may be observed on this lightly circulated Colonial-era note from Delaware issued during the 1770s.

Lot: 97028 - DE-80. Delaware. January 1, 1776. 20 Shillings. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58 EPQ.

No. 34371. Three extant penned signatures may be observed on this lightly circulated Colonial-era note from Delaware issued during the 1770s.

Lot: 97029 - DE-80. Delaware. January 1, 1776. 20 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice About Uncirculated 58.

No. 5075. Excellent eye appeal and detail may readily be observed with regards to this lightly handled Colonial-era note from Delaware that offers much that will inevitably please bidders.

Lot: 97030 - DE-81. Delaware. May 1, 1777. 3 Pence. PCGS Currency Superb Gem New 69 PPQ.

No. 50752. A downright exceptional Colonial-era piece from Delaware; this note represents a small assortment of Colonial-era notes from Delaware preserved in exceptional condition for the benefit of collectors in the present. Assigned a grade of Superb Gem New 69 PPQ by PCGS Currency little is left to doubt that distinction. Superb registration and bold inks complement crisp boardwalk-like margins while the penned elements remain as sharp as one would rightly come to expect from the grade assigned and deftly exemplified by the signature of Richard Lockwood. This is indeed an exceptional note and one bound to inspire much interest from collectors of high-grade Colonials at auction.

Lot: 97031 - GA-122. Georgia. 1778. $20. PMG About Uncirculated 50 Net. Tear, Paper Pulls, Minor Rust. William Few Signature.

No. 2675. Light circulation is complemented on this note by bold signatures including that of William Few who was one of the 39 signers of the Constitution and one of two delegates from Georgia to attend the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia. The circular vignette of a rattlesnake at right evocative of the Gadsden Flag is distinct albeit uneven in application, but the note is overall technically superior to the example from the Richard August Collection which sold for $1,200 in October 2025. PMG comments "Tear, Paper Pulls, Minor Rust."

Lot: 97032 - Lot of (6) MD-44, MD-45, MD-48, MD-49, MD-51 & MD-54. Maryland. January 1, 1767 to March 1, 1770. $1/6, $2/9, $2/3, $1, $2 & $8. Poor to Very Good.

Offered here is a lot of (6) well-circulated and very imperfect Colonial-era notes from Maryland dating to between 1767 and 1770. Splits, backing, pins, and missing pieces are among the impairments that may be observed. Care is warranted in handling these notes.

Lot: 97033 - MD-46. Maryland. January 1, 1767. $4. PMG Very Fine 20 Net. Contemporaneously Sewn at Center, Splits.

No. 5069. A scarce issue from colonial Maryland. Bright paper and extant penned signatures are observed. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Sewn at Center, Splits."

Lot: 97034 - Lot of (3) MD-47, MD-55 & MD-57. Maryland. January 1, 1767 to March 1, 1770. $1, $4 & $6. Very Good.

Offered here is a lot of (3) well-circulated Colonial-era notes from Maryland dating to between 1767 and 1770. Splits and pins are among the impairments that may be observed. Care is warranted in handling these notes.

Lot: 97035 - MD-56. Maryland. March 1, 1770. $2. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 15547. Offered here is an evenly circulated Colonial-era piece from Maryland. Good eye appeal and distinct penned signatures may be observed. PMG comments "Large Splits."

Lot: 97036 - MD-58. Maryland. March 1, 1770. $6. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 4407. Offered here is a mid-grade note from an emission where well-circulated notes represent the technical norm. PMG comments "Minor Edge Damage."

Lot: 97037 - MD-59. Maryland. March 1, 1770. $8. PMG About Uncirculated 53.

No. 9815. Signed by Clapham and Couden. Engraved border cuts by Thomas Sparrow. Back imprint of Anne Catherine and W. Green. A superbly printed and detailed example from this much more condition-sensitive series that is not to be confused with the common 1774 issue. The PMG Population Report shows that across all denominations of this series there is not a single Uncirculated piece with AU examples being considered rare. Even the scarce 1767 series has a small serial number range of notes that are found in lovely Choice-Superb Gem CU grades. Any 1770 note that legitimately earns an AU grade and does not have any problems worthy of mention is a true treasure. A superb example in a rare state of preservation.

Lot: 97038 - MD-59. Maryland. March 1, 1770. $8. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 2487. Sign even circulation and distinct penned signatures may be observed. PMG comments "Splits."

Lot: 97039 - Lot of (2) MD-59 & MD-68. Maryland. March 10, 1770 to April 10, 1774. $4 & $8. Fine to Very Fine.

Offered here is a lot of (2) Colonial-era notes from Maryland. Tears and internal issues may be observed on the piece issued under the emission dated March 1, 1770.

Lot: 97040 - MD-60. Maryland. April 10, 1774. $1/9. PMG Very Fine 20.

No. 1318. Offered here is an imperfect, but evenly circulated Colonial-era note from Maryland representative of the smallest denomination from this emission. Notably the full name of Anne Catherine Green may be seen on the back as part of the printer's imprint. This distinction is unique to this specific denomination as the other denominations from this emission abbreviated her name as "AC Green." PMG comments "Minor Insect Damage, Soiling."

Lot: 97041 - MD-65. Maryland. April 10, 1774. $2/3. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 5765. Bold penned signatures may be seen on this evenly circulated Colonial-era note from Maryland. PMG comments "Pinholes, Corner Tip Missing."

Lot: 97042 - MD-66. Maryland. April 10, 1774. $1. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 10467. Printed by the mother-son partnership of Anne Catherine Green and Frederick Green; this colonial-era note from Maryland offers signs of technical circulation consistent with the middle of the grading spectrum and good eye appeal for the grade assigned.

Lot: 97043 - MD-67. Maryland. April 10, 1774. $2. PMG Extremely Fine 40.

No. 6102. Light circulation and distinct penned signatures may be observed with regards to this Colonial-era note from Maryland printed by the mother-son partnership of Anne Catherine Green and Frederick Green.

Lot: 97044 - MD-68. Maryland. April 10, 1774. $4. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 71. Offered here is a moderately circulated Colonial-era note from Maryland printed by the mother-son partnership of Anne Catherine Green and Frederick Green. This note represents the third highest denomination to be issued for this emission. PMG comments "Stains."

Lot: 97045 - MD-68. Maryland. April 10, 1774. $4. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 2848. Offered here is a moderately circulated Colonial-era note from Maryland printed by the mother-son partnership of Anne Catherine Green and Frederick Green. This note represents the third highest denomination to be issued for this emission. PMG comments "Minor Stains."

Lot: 97046 - MD-68. Maryland. April 10, 1774. $4. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 11684. A mid-grade albeit slightly imperfect Colonial-era note from Maryland printed by the mother-son partnership of Anne Catherine Green and Frederick Green. This note represents the third highest denomination to be issued for this emission. PCGS Banknote comments "Stained."

Lot: 97047 - MD-69. Maryland. April 10, 1774. $6. PMG Choice Very Fine 35 EPQ.

No. 12177. Bold and original qualities are aptly demonstrated and retained despite circulation. The signatures on this piece are particularly original.

Lot: 97048 - MD-70. Maryland. April 10, 1774. $8. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 13535. Representative of the highest denomination issued for this particular emission produced by the mother-son partnership of Anne Catherine Green and Frederick Green. This lightly circulated note offers good eye appeal reflective of the grade assigned.

Lot: 97049 - MD-76. Maryland. July 26, 1775. $4. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Repaired & Reconstructed.

No. Unknown. A rarity from the likes of Maryland. The emission of July 26, 1775 was part of £100,000 authorized for the purpose to promote the manufacture of gunpowder and offers a particularly distinctive composition. The border cuts at left and right respectively express "AN APPEAL TO HEAVEN" at right and the Latin statement "PRO ARIS ET FOCIS" at left which translates to "For Altars and the Hearth." Both signatures have faded although a portion of the rightmost signature remains. The balance of the composition is centered around a trio of crude figures represented by two female allegorical figures representative of Britannia and America seen exchanging a petition of the Continental Congress for peace while a less than flattering depiction of George III is seen trampling the Magna Carta while overseeing the burning of an American city at left. By contrast, the back design offers a more hopeful image where peace is symbolically achieved between the Colonies and Great Britain. The motto "PAX TRIUMPHIS POTIOR" may be seen on the scrollwork below and translates to "Peace is Preferable to Victory." In the leftmost corners, the imprints of Sparrow (top) and Green (bottom) may be seen. Overall, this example remains relatively intact relative to other examples we have handled from this emission in recent years. PMG comments "Repaired & Reconstructed."

Lot: 97050 - MD-97. Maryland. August 14, 1776. $1 1/3. PMG About Uncirculated 53.

No. 4656. Signed by Alexander Irvine and Charles E. Irvine. Printed by F. Green on verso. Light handling consistent with faint circulation is observed. The PMG Population Report shows that for all denominations there is not a single Uncirculated piece, with AU notes being legitimate rarities. The printing quality on tonight's offering is nothing short of spectacular. PMG comments "Stains."

Lot: 97051 - MA-285. Massachusetts. May 5, 1780. $20. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 17872. Offered here is a mid-grade note seen without the rounded cancellation typical of this emission. PCGS Banknote comments "Minor Paper Pull."

Lot: 97052 - NH-182. New Hampshire. April 29, 1780. $4. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30 Details. Small Internal Repair.

No. 4410. Offered here is a mid-grade Colonial-era note from New Hampshire that features a rounded punch cancellation seen centered roughly below "State of New Hampshire." PCGS Banknote comments "Small Internal Repair."

Lot: 97053 - NJ-92. New Jersey. June 22, 1756. 1 Shilling. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58.

No. 4607. A well-made issue from Colonial New Jersey that displays only the faintest trace of handling typical of circulation. Excellent eye appeal and color may be noticed alongside distinct penned signatures.

Lot: 97054 - Lot of (3) NJ-97, NJ-106 & NJ-110. New Jersey. June 22, 1756 to November 20, 1757. 15 & 30 Shillings. Good to Very Good.

Offered here is a lot of (3) well-circulated and imperfect Colonial-era notes from New Jersey dating to between 1756 and 1757. Issues such as pins and margin issues may be observed. Care is warranted in handling these notes.

Lot: 97055 - NJ-111. New Jersey. November 20, 1757. 30 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Very Fine 35 Details. Repairs.

No. 2603. Plate C. Well signed by Samuel Nevill, Hugh Hartshorne, and Samuel Smith. Above average margin size for a 1750s era New Jersey colonial. Impressive New Jersey Arms at left. Red and black printing. Sage leaf on back. Printed by James Parker. These Seventh War Issue Bills of Credit were authorized by the Act of Oct. 12, 1757. We first sold this note over two decades ago as part of the John J. Ford Jr. collection. PCGS Banknote comments "Repairs."

Lot: 97056 - NJ-118. New Jersey. May 1, 1758. 6 Pounds. PMG Very Fine 20.

No. Unknown. Evenly circulated with apparent penned elements. We previously sold an example of this catalog number graded Very Fine 30 for $1,440 in November 2025. PMG comments "Ink."

Lot: 97057 - NJ-125. New Jersey. October 20, 1758. 30 Shillings. PMG Fine 12.

No. 1117. Plate D. Intact despite prolonged circulation while good color is also noticed.

Lot: 97058 - Lot of (4) NJ-130, NJ-138, NJ-149 & NJ-167. New Jersey. April 10, 1759 to April 16, 1764. 15 & 30 Shillings. About Good to Very Good.

Offered here is a lot of (4) extensively circulated Colonial-era notes from New Jersey dating between 1759 and 1764. No shortage of impairments may be observed including large splits. Care is warranted in handling these notes.

Lot: 97059 - NJ-132. New Jersey. April 10, 1759. 6 Pounds. PMG Very Fine 20.

No. 296. An evenly circulated Colonial-era note from New Jersey that demonstrates an ample contrast between the colors endemic to the engraved elements of the design. PMG comments "Tears."

Lot: 97060 - NJ-139. New Jersey. April 12, 1760. 30 Shillings. PMG Choice Fine 15.

No. 4074. Plate C. Good color and decent eye appeal are retained here despite prolonged circulation. PMG comments "Splits."

Lot: 97061 - NJ-148. New Jersey. April 8, 1762. 15 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 2239. Offered here is an evenly circulated Colonial-era note from New Jersey. The orange-inked primary design remains evident and legible along with the penned signatures.

Lot: 97062 - NJ-149. New Jersey. April 8, 1762. 30 Shillings. PCGS Currency Extremely Fine 40. Solid Serial Number.

No. 5555. Plate A. Offered here is a lightly circulated Colonial-era note from New Jersey that features legible penned elements along with a scarcely seen and fancy serial number composed solely of "5s." PCGS Currency comments "Mounting Remnants on Back; Pinholes."

Lot: 97063 - NJ-155. New Jersey. December 31, 1763. 6 Shillings. PMG Choice About Uncirculated 58 EPQ.

No. 2900. Plate B. A lightly circulated Colonial-era note that offers a good degree of eye appeal and three extant penned signatures.

Lot: 97064 - NJ-156. New Jersey. December 31, 1763. 12 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63 PPQ.

No. 2606. Plate B. A Choice Uncirculated Colonial-era note from New Jersey that offers an excellent level of originality and eye appeal. This note looks as if it were printed only yesterday and also boasts distinct penned elements.

Lot: 97065 - NJ-159. New Jersey. December 31, 1763. 3 Pounds. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 328. Plate B. A mid-grade note in technical terms with evident penned signatures and design elements. PMG comments "Stains."

Lot: 97066 - NJ-166. New Jersey. April 16, 1764. 15 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 2086. Evenly circulated with three bold penned signatures evident.

Lot: 97067 - NJ-175. New Jersey. March 25, 1776. 1 Shilling. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ.

No. 40803. Plate A. A Colonial-era Gem from New Jersey pedigreed to the Ford Collection. This example appears quite fresh and original despite the advanced age of the item in question. Penned signatures mark a noted contrast against the bright creamy paper which further contrasts nicely against the engraved elements of the design.

Lot: 97068 - NJ-176. New Jersey. March 25, 1776. 18 Pence. PMG About Uncirculated 55 EPQ.

No. 21630. Plate B. A lightly circulated Colonial-era note from New Jersey that offers excellent penned signatures along with an abundance of selvage along the margins.

Lot: 97069 - NJ-178. New Jersey. March 25, 1776. 6 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63 PPQ.

No. 23291. Plate B. A strictly Choice Uncirculated note with the aesthetic and technical distinctions to match. The color and eye appeal expressed by this piece are nothing short of superb.

Lot: 97070 - NJ-179. New Jersey. March 25, 1776. 12 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63. John Hart Signature.

No. 14837. For and all intents and purposes; this note represents a fairly generic Colonial-era note from New Jersey in terms of composition and arrangement. Yet to merely label this note as "generic" with regards to these distinctions fails to consider one of the signatures seen below "TWELVE SHILLINGS" at right. Out of the three evident on this note is the signature of John Hart. Hart a distinguished politician from New Jersey was one of the state's five signatories of the Declaration of Independence and his signature may be found below that of Francis Hopkinson on the actual document. Having been one of the oldest signatories of the Declaration, Hart died less than three years later in 1779 and accounts for one of the more obscure personalities among the 56 signers. Even in the face of Hart's relative obscurity his signature is one desired by collectors and places this note firmly above many of its counterparts even at this grade level. PCGS Banknote comments 'Minor Stains."

Lot: 97071 - NJ-180. New Jersey. March 25, 1776. 15 Shillings. PMG Choice Extremely Fine 45 EPQ.

No. 8155. A lightly circulated Colonial-era note from New Jersey that offers excellent penned signatures along with an abundance of selvage along the margins.

Lot: 97072 - NJ-182. New Jersey. March 25, 1776. 3 Pounds. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63.

No. 546. Offered here is a Choice Uncirculated and exceedingly colorful Colonial-era piece from New Jersey. The very qualities of this item are bound to draw much in the way of both interest and bids thanks to uncommon eye appeal.

Lot: 97073 - NJ-182. New Jersey. March 25, 1776. 3 Pounds. PMG Extremely Fine 40 EPQ.

No. 5359. A lightly handled and exceedingly colorful Colonial-era piece from New Jersey. The very qualities of this item are bound to draw much in the way of both interest and bids thanks to uncommon eye appeal.

Lot: 97074 - NY-168. New York. August 25, 1774. 1 Shilling. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63 PPQ.

No. 3541. Excellent color and eye appeal are readily demonstrated by this Choice Uncirculated "Water Works" note produced by Hugh Gaine on bonded paper stock. This specific note represents the first emission of several for this design that would be issued through the British Occupation of New York.

Lot: 97075 - NY-203. New York. August 13, 1776. $3. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 53.

No. 12943. A lightly handled odd-denomination Colonial from New York. The comment from PCGS Banknote which states "Minor Corner Damage" is overblown especially in both technical and aesthetic terms. PCGS Banknote comments "Minor Corner Damage."

Lot: 97076 - Canajohary, New York. Reformed Dutch Church. 1793. 3 Pence. PCGS Currency Very Fine 25 Apparent. Repairs.

Harris H7. Evenly circulated and contemporary to the shortage of copper coins during the late 1780s and early 1790s. Signed by Jacob Markell who would later serve as a Congressman from New York's 14th Congressional District from 1813 to 1815. PCGS Currency comments "Repairs."

Lot: 97077 - NC-77. North Carolina. March 9, 1754. 10 Shillings. PCGS Currency Very Fine 35 Apparent. Repaired Edge Tears.

No. 5850. Signs of moderate circulation may be seen here in the company of some "Repaired Edge Tears" that are easily overlooked. Far nicer than most contemporary Colonial-era pieces from North Carolina in both aesthetic and technical terms and easily one of the finest that we have encountered for this specific emission. PCGS Currency comments "Repaired Edge Tears."

Lot: 97078 - NC-81. North Carolina. March 9, 1754. 30 Shillings. PCGS Currency Very Fine 35.

No. 58. A superior note in technical terms compared to most contemporary pieces from North Carolina. This note shows signs of only moderate circulation while three distinct penned signatures are noticed. Graded without comment by PCGS Currency.

Lot: 97079 - NC-123. North Carolina. April 23, 1761. 15 Shillings. PMG About Uncirculated 50.

No. 748. Lightly circulated with only a "Minor Repair" noted by PMG, this note offers four distinct and original penned signatures that contrasts nicely against both the originality of the paper body and the sharpness of the engraved design. PMG comments "Minor Repair."

Lot: 97080 - NC-138. North Carolina. December, 1771. 10 Shillings. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ.

No. 7908. Signed by John Harvey, John Rutherfurd, Lewis De Rosset, and Richard Caswell. Four sharp signatures are found on this well-centered Gem note. Ship vignette at lower left. The back is blank.

Lot: 97081 - NC-177b. North Carolina. August 8, 1778. $10. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 50. Thick Paper.

No. 24164. A lightly circulated Colonial-era note from North Carolina that offers nicely extant penned elements. The statement "Persecution the Ruin of Empires" is noticed in the lower left along the bottom margin. PCGS Banknote comments "Small Paper Scuffs."

Lot: 97082 - PA-45. Pennsylvania. August 10, 1739. 20 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Good 6 Details. Edge and Internal Damage.

No. 18342. Plate B. A great rarity despite its condition and noted impairments. This Colonial-era note from Pennsylvania is one of the earliest to be printed by Benjamin Franklin and predates his partnership with David Hall as evidenced by the "B. Franklin" imprint seen on the verso which remains unobstructed by the numerous faults mentioned. Very rare and certainly an opportunity to acquire an example representative of this scarcely traded emission from the late 1730s. PCGS Banknote comments "Edge and Internal Damage."

Lot: 97083 - Lot of (2) PA-74 & PA-75. Pennsylvania. January 1, 1756. 10 & 15 Shillings. Good to Very Good.

Offered here is a lot of (2) well-circulated Colonials from Pennsylvania issued under the emission dated January 1, 1756. Splits, rough margins, and repairs may be observed.

Lot: 97084 - PA-76. Pennsylvania. January 1, 1756. 20 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 20 Net. Large Splits.

No. 4997. Plate A. The all-important Franklin & Hall printer's imprint stands clear and distinct on this evenly circulated (albeit imperfect) Colonial-era note from Pennsylvania. PMG comments "Large Splits."

Lot: 97085 - PA-76. Pennsylvania. January 1, 1756. 20 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 20 Details. Severed & Reattached; Pinholes, Corner Damage.

No. 1328. Evenly circulated with extant penned elements evident including three distinct signatures. The all-important Franklin & Hall imprint is clear and distinct and unimpacted by any of the noted imperfections. PCGS Banknote comments "Severed & Reattached; Pinholes, Corner Damage."

Lot: 97086 - PA-78. Pennsylvania. October 1, 1756. 10 Shillings. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Backed, Stains.

No. 3632. A well-circulated survivor in technical terms. This note was produced under the historic partnership between Benjamin Franklin and David Hall. PMG comments "Backed, Stains."

Lot: 97087 - PA-85. Pennsylvania. July 1, 1757. 5 Shillings. PMG Fine 12 Net. Backed.

No. Unknown. Plate A. A relic that somehow survived. This well-circulated Colonial note from Pennsylvania was printed under the historic partnership between Benjamin Franklin and David Hall and has been backed with a piece of contemporary newsprint including a snippet regarding a bounty promised in return for a runaway Irish indentured servant by the name of Patrick Fox. PMG comments "Backed."

Lot: 97088 - PA-96. Pennsylvania. May 20, 1758. 20 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 6453. Plate A. Evenly circulated with bold penned signatures evident alongside relatively intact margins. This note is unequivocally the superior to the example that sold in January that boasted a comment for a "Tape Repair" which sold for $1,159. PMG comments "Corner Tips Missing, Small Split."

Lot: 97089 - PA-98. Pennsylvania. April 25, 1759. 10 Shillings. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Contemporaneously Pinned at Center, Splits.

No. 184. Well-circulated and penned together with a solitary pin. This note does still offer a clear Franklin & Hall printer's imprint. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Pinned at Center, Splits."

Lot: 97090 - PA-101. Pennsylvania. April 25, 1759. 50 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 20 Net. Contemporaneously Pinned at Center, Corner Missing.

No. 4233. Plate C. Pinned twice at center with additional splits and other margin issues. Bold signatures are surprisingly retained as well. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Pinned at Center, Corner Missing."

Lot: 97091 - PA-109. Pennsylvania. May 1, 1760. 5 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 20 Net. Contemporaneously Pinned at Center.

No. 6722. Plate B. Evenly circulated albeit pinned to prolong utility in circulation. Two bold penned signatures may be observed while the Franklin & Hall imprint remains unobstructed. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Pinned at Center."

Lot: 97092 - PA-110. Pennsylvania. May 1, 1760. 10 Shillings. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Contemporaneously Pinned at Center.

No. 529. Plate A. Evenly circulated albeit pinned to prolong utility in circulation. Two bold penned signatures may be observed while the Franklin & Hall imprint remains unobstructed. PMG comments "Contemporaneously Pinned at Center."

Lot: 97093 - PA-111. Pennsylvania. May 1, 1760. 15 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 20.

No. 1531. Plate A. Evenly circulated with "Large Splits" evident along the left and right margins. The all-important Franklin & Hall imprint is wholly unobstructed and can be seen alongside three bold penned signatures. PMG comments "Large Splits."

Lot: 97094 - Uncut Pair of PA-115. Pennsylvania. June 18, 1764. 3 Pence. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 55.

No. 73917-18. Plate B-C. A remarkable item reflective of a historic partnership that pushed the boundaries of contemporary banknote production methods in technical terms. This lot represents not only a product of the partnership between Benjamin Franklin and David Hall, but a rarity in technical terms magnified by the fact that this lot represents an uncut pairing that never circulated. Here only evidence of faint technical circulation may be noticed alongside full margins and the penned signatures applied by T. Wharton while both impressions remain distinct befitting the fact that uncut Colonials with the Franklin imprint represent great rarities where one must typically wait years before such a piece is offered.

Lot: 97095 - PA-126. Pennsylvania. June 18, 1764. 20 Shillings. Very Good.

No. 11109. Evenly circulated with distinct penned elements noticed. A pair of large splits may be observed and underscore the reason as to why this note was considered "not suitable for cert" in the eyes of PMG. Even so this note remains a candidate for a skilled albeit professional restoration.

Lot: 97096 - Lot of (4) PA-137, PA-139, PA-154 & PA-156. Pennsylvania. March 10, 1769 to April 3, 1772. 9 Pence, 18 Pence, 1 Shilling & 2 Shilling. Poor to Very Good.

Offered here is a lot of (4) very imperfect and extensively circulated Colonial-era notes from Pennsylvania. Margin issues and tenuously sewn fragments are among the issues that can be observed among the notes in this lot. Care is warranted in handling these notes.

Lot: 97097 - Lot of (4) PA-140, PA-141, PA-143 & PA-202. Pennsylvania. March 10, 1769 to April 25, 1776. 18 Pence, 2 Shillings, 2 Shillings 6 Pence & 10 Shillings. Good to Very Good.

Offered here is a lot of (4) well-circulated Colonial-era notes from Pennsylvania dating between 1769 and 1776. Issues such as contemporary newspaper backings and margin splits are among the issues that can be observed. Care is warranted in handling these notes.

Lot: 97098 - PA-145. Pennsylvania. March 10, 1769. 20 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. Unknown. Evenly circulated with distinct design elements and bold penned signatures noticed. The "Splits" noted by PMG are little more than a secondary concern. PMG comments "Splits."

Lot: 97099 - PA-147. Pennsylvania. March 20, 1771. 10 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 5655. Plate A. Representative of a rarer emission. This note represents something seldom seen at auction regardless of condition. Good color and eye appeal is retained and exemplified by a contrast between the reds and blacks from the engraved portion of the design.

Lot: 97100 - PA-148. Pennsylvania. March 20, 1771. 15 Shillings. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 3772. Plate B. Representative of a rarer emission. This note represents something seldom seen at auction regardless of condition. Good color and eye appeal is retained and exemplified by a contrast between the reds and blacks from the engraved portion of the design. PMG comments "Stains."

Lot: 97101 - PA-155. Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. 18 Pence. PCGS Banknote Choice Uncirculated 63.

No. 26969. Plate A. Representative of a fairly crude design. The engraved elements are muddled along the margins while the penned signatures are neatly penned and highly original.

Lot: 97102 - PA-155. Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. 18 Pence. PCGS Banknote Choice Very Fine 35. John Morton Signature.

No. 33557. Among surviving Colonial-era notes from Pennsylvania to carry the penned signature of John Morton, the norm is repeatedly represented by well-circulated examples often with their share of noted impairments. This piece readily departs from that norm by virtue of moderate technical circulation while Morton's signature is remarkably bold and bound to command the attention of bidders.

Lot: 97103 - PA-155. Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. 18 Pence. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 21111. Plate A. A mid-grade note in technical terms that boasts excellent eye signatures and eye appeal.

Lot: 97104 - PA-157. Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. 2 Shillings, 6 Pence. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 7576. A mid-grade note in technical terms that boasts excellent eye signatures and eye appeal. PMG comments "Stains."

Lot: 97105 - PA-158. Pennsylvania. April 3, 1772. 40 Shillings. PMG About Uncirculated 50.

No. 353. Signed by Clement Biddle, Anthony Morris Jr. and Jeremiah Warder Jr. All of the low denomination notes from this series were printed in black only with printing figures of 33,962 each. This highest 40 shilling denomination was printed in red and black, with a meager printing of only 5,000 notes. If you look closely in the top border cut it states "J. Smither Sculp." Printed by David Hall and William Sellers 1772. This problem free PMG AU 50 is Top Pop in their census. Seriously undervalued in our opinion.

Lot: 97106 - PA-159. Pennsylvania. March 20, 1773. 4 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 4132. Plate B. A mid-grade Colonial-era note that offers three extant penned signatures and decent eye appeal. PMG comments "Splits."

Lot: 97107 - PA-160. Pennsylvania. March 20, 1773. 6 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 5960. Plate B. Offered here is an evenly circulated Colonial-era note that offers three extant penned signatures and decent eye appeal.

Lot: 97108 - PA-161. Pennsylvania. March 20, 1773. 14 Shillings. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 5324. Plate B. Offered here is a moderately circulated Colonial-era note that offers three extant penned signatures and decent eye appeal.

Lot: 97109 - PA-162. Pennsylvania. March 20, 1773. 16 Shillings. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 5089. Plate A. Offered here is a moderately circulated Colonial-era note that offers three extant penned signatures and decent eye appeal. PMG comments "Minor Stains."

Lot: 97110 - PA-163. Pennsylvania. October 1, 1773. 18 Pence. PMG Extremely Fine 40.

No. 15800. Offered here is a lightly handled Colonial-era note from Pennsylvania that offers both excellent color and eye appeal. PMG comments "Minor Stains."

Lot: 97111 - PA-164. Pennsylvania. October 1, 1773. 2 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 26245. Offered here is a mid-grade Colonial-era note from Pennsylvania that offers both excellent color and eye appeal. Boldly penned signatures are certainly a bonus.

Lot: 97112 - PA-166. Pennsylvania. October 1, 1773. 5 Shillings. PMG Choice Extremely Fine 45.

No. 26310. Boldly penned elements are noticed on this lightly circulated Colonial-era note from Pennsylvania. PMG comments "Minor Stains."

Lot: 97113 - PA-167. Pennsylvania. October 1, 1773. 10 Shillings. PMG Choice Uncirculated 63 EPQ.

No. 25361. Excellent color and eye appeal is demonstrated by this specimen and offers something that is hard to overlook.

Lot: 97114 - PA-168. Pennsylvania. October 1, 1773. 15 Shillings. PMG About Uncirculated 55.

No. 25984. A lightly handled Colonial-era note from Pennsylvania that offers bold penned signatures.

Lot: 97115 - PA-169. Pennsylvania. October 1, 1773. 20 Shillings. PMG Extremely Fine 40.

No. 26498. Offered here is a lightly circulated Colonial-era note from Pennsylvania that offers bold penned signatures. PMG comments "Minor Stains."

Lot: 97116 - PA-170. Pennsylvania. October 1, 1773. 50 Shillings. PMG About Uncirculated 50 EPQ.

A trio of deftly penned signatures seen in the company of abundantly original paper serve to underscore why this note earned the "Exceptional Paper Quality" designation from PMG.

Lot: 97117 - Lot of (2) PA-170 & PA-265. Pennsylvania. October 1, 1773 to March 16 1785. 3 Pence & 50 Shillings. Very Fine.

Offered here is a lot of (2) evenly circulated Colonials from Pennsylvania issued under two distinct emissions. Distinct penned elements may be observed on both notes included in this lot.

Lot: 97118 - PA-171. Pennsylvania. March 25, 1775. 4 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 655. Plate A. Bold signatures and full margins may be noticed on this mid-grade Colonial from Pennsylvania.

Lot: 97119 - PA-172. Pennsylvania. March 25, 1775. 6 Shillings. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 2552. Plate B. Bold signatures and full margins may be observed.

Lot: 97120 - PA-174. Pennsylvania. March 25, 1775. 16 Shillings. PMG About Uncirculated 55.

No. 2495. Plate A. Signed by Ezekiel Edwardss, James Wharton, and Richard Vaux. This is the second issue for the Cape Henlopen Lighthouse, buoys and piers and is in the same style as the March 20, 1773 issue. The back design is inverted as always. Printed by Hall and Sellers 1775. Lightly handled with just about the faintest trace of circulation evident. A wonderfully margined example.

Lot: 97121 - PA-179. Pennsylvania. July 20, 1775. 30 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 20.

No. 5951. Plate A. Even circulation may be seen here in the company of bold penned signatures.

Lot: 97122 - PA-185. Pennsylvania. October 25, 1775. 1 Shilling. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 4947. Crisp penned elements serve to outweigh any imperfections noted by PMG. PMG comments "Stains, Minor Paper Pull."

Lot: 97123 - PA-186. Pennsylvania. October 25, 1775. 18 Pence. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 13370. A mid-grade note in technical terms that also boasts three distinct penned signatures. PMG comments "Stains."

Lot: 97124 - PA-188. Pennsylvania. October 25, 1775. 2 Shillings, 6 Pence. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. Unknown. Plate A. Evenly circulated with distinct penned signatures evident. PMG comments "Small Hole."

Lot: 97125 - PA-190. Pennsylvania. October 25, 1775. 10 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 4842. Bold penned signatures may be observed on the mid-grade Colonial from Pennsylvania. PMG comments "Pinholes."

Lot: 97126 - PA-191. Pennsylvania. October 25, 1775. 15 Shillings. PMG About Uncirculated 50 EPQ.

No. 357. No shortage of original qualities may be observed with regards to this lightly circulated Colonial from Pennsylvania.

Lot: 97127 - PA-241. Pennsylvania. April 20, 1781. 3 Pence. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 8541. Plate A. Offered here is a moderately circulated change note from Pennsylvania that offers a good degree of eye appeal.

Lot: 97128 - PA-242. Pennsylvania. April 20, 1781. 6 Pence. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 4742. Plate A. Offered here is a moderately circulated change note from Pennsylvania that offers a good degree of eye appeal. PMG comments "Split."

Lot: 97129 - PA-252. Pennsylvania. April 20, 1781. 30 Shillings. PCGS Currency Very Fine 35.

No. 14470. Representative of a better emission in numismatic terms. This Colonial-era note from Pennsylvania shows evidence of only moderate circulation and retains two distinct penned signatures.

Lot: 97130 - RI-228. Rhode Island. January 15, 1776. 40 Shillings. PMG Very Fine 25.

Radar serial number 1441. Well signed by John G. Wanton, Thomas Green, and Welcome Arnold. These Bills of Credit did not accrue interest. This scarce "1776" Revolutionary War note is vastly superior in quality to most of this era from Rhode Island. It has three wide margins, good centering, and sharp black printed text. An example that is bright with an even degree of circulation. PMG cites "Tears."

Lot: 97131 - RI-264. Rhode Island. May 22, 1777. $1/36. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 9053. Signed by Joseph DeH Russell. A mid-grade note that represents the lowest denomination from this emission meant to alleviate a shortage of change in circulation. PMG comments "Internal Tear."

Lot: 97132 - RI-266. Rhode Island. May 22, 1777. $1/18. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 8311. Signed by Welcome Arnold. The May 1777 Act designated this issue of fractional denomination notes for the relief of shortage in small change coinage. A very bright and well printed example. Difficult to locate in this state of preservation and without any mentionable problems.

Lot: 97133 - RI-272. Rhode Island. May 22, 1777. $1/3. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 3954. Blank back. Signed by Theodore Foster. The highest of nine denominations from this fractional series. The printing of 8,490 makes this the scarcest for all denominations from the issue. PMG comments "Minor Repair, Stains."

Lot: 97134 - RI-284. Rhode Island. July 2, 1780. $3. PMG Superb Gem Uncirculated 67 EPQ. Remainder.

No. 2322. Offered here is a Superb Gem Uncirculated Colonial-era Remainder from Rhode Island. This example comes partially signed and lacks the signature on the back. Rare even as a Remainder at this level of preservation. PMG Pop 3/1 Finer.

Lot: 97135 - RI-289. Rhode Island. July 2, 1780. $20. PMG Gem Uncirculated 65 EPQ. Remainder.

No. 323. Offered here is a Gem Uncirculated Colonial-era Remainder from Rhode Island. This example comes partially signed and lacks the signature on the back.

Lot: 97136 - Uncut Sheet of (4) RI-290-RI-291-RI-292-RI-293. Rhode Island. May, 1786. 6 Pence-9 Pence-1 Shilling-2 Shillings & 6 Pence. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64.

PMG comments "Minor Stains."

Lot: 97137 - RI-300. Rhode Island. May, 1786. 40 Shillings. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 53.

No. 440. A lightly circulated Colonial-era note from Rhode Island that demonstrates much in the way of originality and eye appeal with three distinct penned signatures evident.

Lot: 97138 - SC-100. South Carolina. June 1, 1775. 20 Pounds. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 20 Details. Edges Reinforced.

No. 2568. Representative of a sizable sum of money when one discounts the inflationary pressures of the period. Imperfections typical of this emission are noted and noticed. PCGS Banknote comments "Edges Reinforced."

Lot: 97139 - SC-154. South Carolina. February 8, 1779. $50. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30 Details. Tape Repaired Edge Damage.

No. 1188. Issued as part of $1,000,000 in bills of credit authorized in 1779. This particular item is an uncommonly elaborate testament to period engraving on account of the depiction of Providence flanked by the Latin statement PROVIDENTIA NOSTRIS PRAESIDEAT "Let foresight guide us" and the depiction of Atlas on the verso whom is depicted carrying a boulder symbolic of the heavens. Very rare even with noted imperfections. PCGS Banknote comments "Tape Repaired Edge Damage."

Lot: 97140 - VT-6. Vermont. February, 1781. 20 Shillings. PMG Fine 12 Net. Repaired.

No. 3237. A great rarity in numismatic terms as less than two-dozen pieces are recorded for this denomination. Colonial-era notes from Vermont are always going to be rarities regardless of denomination or grade level. Here even circulation can be noticed alongside the penned signatures of Porter and Fasset which appear in a stacked arrangement along the bottom margin. The balance of the design resembles that of the notes issued by both Connecticut and Rhode Island during the period. Border cuts at left and right depicting thin vines which Ford dubbed the "simple swaying vine" which support a keystone-like frieze emblazoned "VERMONT CURRENCY" and a small cartouche which represents the serial number panel. Text and obligation may be seen at center with a Fugioesque chain with 14 links encircled by motto "VERMONT CALLS FOR JUSTICE" accounting for the focus of the viewer's attention. This example is largely intact with evident albeit well-executed repairs noted by PMG. These repairs run horizontal from the left to right margin seemingly effected to mitigate a split that developed through circulation as Vermont Colonials are notorious for issues as the brittle paper stock handled circulation poorly which explains in-part the large number of fragments that represent this emission. Paper toning and a non-existent bottom margin are noted here for posterity but even then this note is among the finest a collector could hope to find in technical terms among surviving Vermont Colonials and should no doubt inspire a competitive bidding process reflective of the same desirability that compelled Ford to compose a fine collection of Vermont Colonials. PMG comments "Repaired."

Lot: 97141 - VA-77b. Virginia. July 17, 1775. 20 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Fine 15 Details. Edge & Internal Damage, Adhesive Stains.

No. 83/8289. A large and somewhat unwieldly note, this note is similar in terms of quality to the Newman plate illustration found on page 445 in The Early Paper Money of America. The deep black text and designs are laid upon evenly circulated period laid paper that offers testament to some internal issues typical of the paper stock. Signed twice in pen at right. PCGS Banknote comments "Edge & Internal Damage, Adhesive Stains."

Lot: 97142 - VA-82. Virginia. September 1, 1775. 20 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 25 Details. Edge Splits and Damage.

No. 31/3001. Printed upon left over Remainders after the previous supply was exhausted. This note represents the third and final issue of notes to be issued under the emission of July 17, 1775. Here numerous impairments can be observed, but the penned elements of this piece are stronger in comparison to the example that was sold as part of the Richard August Collection in 2025. PCGS Banknote comments "Edge Splits and Damage."

Lot: 97143 - VA-123. Virginia. October 20, 1777. $1/3. PMG About Uncirculated 50.

No.9200. Signed by Wood. Uniface and printed on thick paper. Very deep printing on superbly textured, natural paper. Partially handwritten date. Virginia Trampling Tyranny at left. The May issue of this same year had a ribbon with motto SIC SEMPER TYRANNIS. It was replaced with DEATH TO COUNTERFEIT. Wonderfully margined compared to most. The fractional notes from these series merit a premium value compared to the higher denominations and especially in this lofty state. The whole denominations have the occasional nice Uncirculated example found but such is definitely not the case for these fractional notes. Undervalued and worthy of flirting with four-figures.

Lot: 97144 - VA-150a. Virginia. May 4, 1778. $10. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 25 Details. Design Redrawn, Severed and Reattached, Small Piece Added, Pinholes.

No. 6. Evenly circulated in technical terms. This note nonetheless displays its share of imperfections that were the result of circulation and a crude restoration attempt. PCGS Banknote comments "Design Redrawn, Severed and Reattached, Small Piece Added, Pinholes."

Lot: 97145 - VA-151b. Virginia. May 4, 1778 (Date Printed). $15. PMG Very Fine 25.

No. 380. An evenly circulated note from Virginia's Colonial period. Printed on thick paper with crude details endemic to the engraved portion of the design. PMG comments "Paper Pull."

Lot: 97146 - VA-160. Virginia. October 5, 1778. $10. PMG Choice Fine 15 Net. Corner Reconstruction, Repaired, Tears.

No. 503. Well-circulated with noted imperfections. The "Corner Reconstruction" mentioned by PMG is relatively easily overlooked. PMG comments "Corner Reconstruction, Repaired, Tears."

Lot: 97147 - VA-194. Virginia. October 16, 1780. $300. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 9021. A mid-grade note in technical terms printed upon thin laid paper that is almost translucent. Some "Minor Ink Erosion" and minor issues along the margin may be observed. PCGS Banknote comments "Minor Ink Erosion, Corner Damage."

Lot: 97148 - P-A16b. France/Louisiana. Banque Royale. January 1, 1720. 10 Livres. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 654687. Printed signatures of Giraudeau, Delanauze, and Granet. Pinholes evident, but easily overlooked by circulation consistent with the middle of the grading spectrum. Notes such as these issued by the Banque Royale were theoretically backed by land in New France in North America, but also represent an early experiment in fiat money that proved disastrous at best. PMG comments "Pinholes."

Lot: 97149 - P-A20a. France/Louisiana. Banque Royale. January 1, 1720. 10 Livres. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 3064065. Pick 20a. Printed signatures of Giraudeau, Delanauze, and Granet. Boldly embossed seal. A desirable example related to John Law and the Mississippi Company which issued currency theoretically backed by land in Nouvelle France and Louisiana.

Lot: 97150 - CC-3. Continental Currency. May 10, 1775. $3. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 50.

No. 38650. Faint traces of technical circulation and distinct penned elements may be observed. Overall, this note stands as an attractive and highly appealing example of the first emission of Continental Currency issued under a resolve dated May 10, 1775.

Lot: 97151 - CC-7. Continental Currency. May 10, 1775. $7. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 50.

No. 23714. Issued before inflation effectively spiraled out of control. Evidence of light circulation may be noticed alongside distinct penned signatures and a vignette at left encircled by the Latin phrase "SERENABIT" which according to Newman translates as "it will calm down."

Lot: 97152 - CC-14. Continental Currency. November 29, 1775. $4. PCGS Banknote Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 5688. A dramatic note featuring a vignette of a boar charging a spear encircled by the Latin phrase "AUT MORS AUT VITA DECORA" which roughly translates to "Either Death or an Honorable Life." Penned elements remain distinct. PCGS Banknote comments "Stained."

Lot: 97153 - CC-17. Continental Currency. November 29, 1775. $7. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 25.

No. 50406. Issued before inflation effectively spiraled out of control. This design feature a vignette at left featuring an oncoming storm stands encircled by the Latin phrase "SERENABIT" which according to Newman translates as "It will calm down." This example is nonetheless particularly attractive for an example at this grade level.

Lot: 97154 - CC-19. Continental Currency. February 17, 1776. $1/6. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 470349. Plate B. Evidence of circulation consistent with the middle of the grading spectrum may be observed alongside distinct penned elements that are often lost with circulation. PCGS Banknote comments "Stains."

Lot: 97155 - CC-20. Continental Currency. February 17, 1776. $1/3. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 309948. Plate C. A mid-grade example of this popular design that offers much more than the average example at this grade level. The sundial motif on the face is nicely detailed while the 13 interlocked rings on the verso remain clear despite circulation. PCGS Banknote comments "Stains."

Lot: 97156 - CC-21. Continental Currency. February 17, 1776. $1/2. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 50.

No. 6947. Plate A. The design motifs of the fractional notes from the Resolution of February 17, 1776 are perhaps the most iconic in the Continental Currency series. Employing Benjamin Franklin's sundial and 13 linked rings in a circle, later employed on the Continental Dollar of 1776 and the Fugio Cent of 1787 and the motto of "MIND YOUR BUSINESS." These elements appear in a level of detail reflective of the grade assigned and should easily command the attention of bidders. PCGS Banknote comments "Stains."

Lot: 97157 - CC-22. Continental Currency. February 17, 1776. $2/3. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 535620. Plate C. Evidence of circulation consistent with the middle of the grading spectrum may be observed alongside distinct penned elements that are often lost with circulation.

Lot: 97158 - CC-23. Continental Currency. February 17, 1776. $1. PCGS Banknote Uncirculated 62.

PCGS Banknote comments "Stained."

Lot: 97159 - CC-24. Continental Currency. February 17, 1776. $2. PCGS Banknote Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 7418. The lowest denomination from this specific emission. A rounded vignette of grain being threshed may be seen at right encircled by the Latin phrase "TRIBULATIO DITAT" which roughly translates to "Affliction Improves it" is particularly bold and nicely printed.

Lot: 97160 - CC-35. Continental Currency. May 9, 1776. $5. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 58191. Circulation consistent with the middle of the grading spectrum is readily observed while both penned signatures remain evident. A rounded vignette can be seen left of center surrounded by the Latin phrase "SUSTINE VEL ABSTINE" which translates to "Either survive or give up" offers a poignant message befitting the period.

Lot: 97161 - CC-37. Continental Currency. May 9, 1776. $7. PMG Choice Fine 15.

No. 118895. Even in the face of prolonged circulation, bidders may observe here distinct penned elements. PMG comments "Corner Damage."

Lot: 97162 - CC-42. Continental Currency. July 22, 1776. $5. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 20.

No. 32697. Even circulation is readily observed while both penned signatures remain evident. A rounded vignette can be seen left of center surrounded by the Latin phrase "SUSTINE VEL ABSTINE" which translates to "Either survive or give up" offers a poignant message befitting the period.

Lot: 97163 - CC-46. Continental Currency. July 22, 1776. $30. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 53.

No. 48008. Signs of technical circulation befitting a brief stint in technical circulation may be observed. The rounded vignette of a wreath-topped tomb encircled by the Latin phrase "SI RECTE FACIES" which translates to "If You Act Righteously" offers expressive detail along with the vignettes encountered on the back.

Lot: 97164 - CC-46. Continental Currency. July 22, 1776. $30. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 50.

No. 9794. Light circulation may be noticed under examination while bold penned elements remain and are easily appreciated as a result. This particular does offer a degree of eye appeal often unmet by even many surviving Continentals at this grade level.

Lot: 97165 - CC-46. Continental Currency. July 22, 1776. $30. PMG Choice Very Fine 35.

No. 73753. Signed by Cornelius Barnes and Jonathan Bayard Smith. The vignette, which is offset just left of center, depicts a tomb topped by a laurel wreath and is encircled by the Latin phrase SI RECTE FAICES, which Newman translates "if you act rightly." Two separate vignettes adorn the back, both of which embody symbolism and subjects central to the theme of navigation upon the high seas. Both of these vignettes were originally sketched from Benjamin Franklin's own hand and can be encountered on the May 10, 1775 $20 (CC-9) authorized as part of the initial emission of Continental Currency which was printed on marbled polychrome paper furnished by Franklin. A boldly printed, wonderfully signed, and crisp example of this scarcer July 22, 1776 $30 Continental.

Lot: 97166 - CC-49. Continental Currency. November 2, 1776. $4. PCGS Banknote Choice About Uncirculated 58.

No. 41959. Light circulation and plain originality complement this $4 Continental issued under the emission of November 2, 1776. On the face is the dynamic vignette of a wild boar charging a spear, with the motto "AUT MORS AUT VITA DECORA" which translates to "Either Death or an Honorable Life." The dollar denomination notes use the same size and style introduced in the May 10, 1775 emission. PCGS Banknote comments "Minor Foreign Substance."

Lot: 97167 - CC-49. Continental Currency. November 2, 1776. $4. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 23429. This mid-grade $4 Continental features distinct penned signatures that remain evident despite circulation. A dynamic vignette of a wild boar charging a spear with the motto "AUT MORS AUT VITA DECORA" meaning "Either Death or an Honorable Life" can be seen at left.

Lot: 97168 - CC-54. Continental Currency. November 2, 1776. $30. PMG About Uncirculated 55.

No. 16808. Printed by Hall and Sellers. A well signed and attractive Continental that depicts a Wreath over tomb at left of center with "Si Recte Facies" above, a phrase which Newman translates as "If You Act Righteously." A fitting turn of phrase in light of the utmost reverence ascribed to the likes of the Founders (specifically Washington) in the decades immediately following the Revolutionary War. PMG notes "Trimmed, Thinning."

Lot: 97169 - CC-56. Continental Currency. February 26, 1777. $3. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 58556. A mid-grade note representative of one of the lowest denominations used for Continentals as a class. Both penned signatures are extant and can be observed to the left of the rightmost vignette depicting both an eagle and heron engaged in mortal combat. The Latin phrase "EXITUS IN DUBIO EST" may be seen above in a semi-circular arrangement and roughly translates to "The Outcome is in doubt."

Lot: 97170 - CC-58CT. Continental Currency. February 26, 1777. $5. PMG Very Fine 25. Counterfeit.

No. 21340. This well-made Contemporary Counterfeit shows signs of even circulation and retains two extant penned signatures. A rounded vignette can be seen left of center surrounded by the Latin phrase "SUSTINE VEL ABSTINE" which translates to "Either survive or give up" offers a poignant message for the beholder ripe with deterministic undertones. PMG comments "Stains."

Lot: 97171 - CC-61. Continental Currency. February 26, 1777. $8. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 55 Details. Stained.

No. None. Vignette just left of center is flanked by the Latin phrase MAJORA MINORIBUS CONSONANT, which roughly translates to "The Large Colonies and the Small Colonies are in Harmony." The nature print on back is of henbit and two buttercups. PCGS Banknote comments "Stained."

Lot: 97172 - CC-61. Continental Currency. February 26, 1777. $8. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30 Details. Mounting Remnants.

No. 74653. Vignette just left of center is flanked by the Latin phrase MAJORA MINORIBUS CONSONANT, which roughly translates to "The Large Colonies and the Small Colonies are in Harmony." The nature print on back is of henbit and two buttercups. PCGS Banknote comments "Mounting Remnants."

Lot: 97173 - CC-71. Continental Currency. April 11, 1778. $4. PMG Very Fine 20.

No. Unknown. Reflective of the Continental Congress's brief residency is York, Pennsylvania. Issues from here are a scarce sight in a numismatic context with just a handful offerings for the $4 denomination being traced back over recent years including the example which sold for $9,000 last year pedigreed to the Richard August Collection. Here even circulation can be noticed in the company of distinct penned elements while the timely circular vignette seen at right encircled by the Latin phrase "AUT MORS AUT VITA DECORA" which roughly translates to "either death or an honorable life" offers a testament to the uncertainty faced by the United States during its formative years. Held together and you have a fine example of an emission whose popularity transcends the figures quoted by reference material and auction estimates and may quite easily see this note to a figure that makes our estimate look conservative by the time the bidding process has ended.

Lot: 97174 - CC-75. Continental Currency. April 11, 1778. $8. Poor.

No. 2520. Discounting the obvious, this $8 Continental has seen even circulation and retains distinct penned elements. Throw in the inherent desirability of the Yorktown notes and you have an opportunity to be had.

Lot: 97175 - CC-79. Continental Currency. September 26, 1778. $5. PMG About Uncirculated 50 EPQ.

No. 275202. Signed by William Coats and Levi Budd. Emblem of Hand being pricked by thorns with Latin motto SUSTINE VEL ABSTINE, which translates "Either Survive or Give Up." Willow nature print on verso. Any novice collector who has spent any time delving into the nuances of Continental Currency knows that the lower denominations from this later series are seen with far less frequency than the higher denomination notes. Tonight's offering displays bright paper, deep black printing, and plenty of embossing.

Lot: 97176 - CC-79. Continental Currency. September 26, 1778. $5. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 20.

No. 99865. Even circulation is readily observed while both penned signatures remain evident. A rounded vignette can be seen left of center surrounded by the Latin phrase "SUSTINE VEL ABSTINE" which translates to "Either survive or give up" offers a poignant message befitting the period. PCGS Banknote comments "Minor Rust Stains."

Lot: 97177 - CC-81. Continental Currency. September 26, 1778. $8. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 55.

No. 99870. Vignette just left of center is flanked by the Latin phrase MAJORA MINORIBUS CONSONANT, which roughly translates to "The Large Colonies and the Small Colonies are in Harmony." The nature print on back is of henbit and two buttercups.

Lot: 97178 - CC-84. Continental Currency. September 26, 1778. $40. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64.

No. 298331. Burdened with exceptional eye appeal, one cannot simply deny the attractive qualities endemic to this specimen. Full margins and excellent colors are easy to appreciate while the elements of the vignette depicting the "Eye of Providence" are bold and offer an ample contrast befitting the grade assigned by PMG.

Lot: 97179 - CC-84. Continental Currency. September 26, 1778. $40. PCGS Banknote About Uncirculated 53.

No. 63795. Ripe with symbolism and printed amidst the uncertain economic circumstances of the period. A rounded vignette depicting the "Eye of Providence" looking down on 13 stars and a small shrine serves to offer a composition where symbolic associations are not easily overlooked. The word "CONFEDERATION" may also be seen below and speaks to the sometimes tenuous and ineffective association between the states during the period.

Lot: 97180 - CC-84CT. Continental Currency. September 26, 1778. $40. PMG Very Fine 25. Counterfeit.

No. 3954. Evenly circulated with apparent x-shaped cancellation obstructing the face design. PMG comments "Cancelled."

Lot: 97181 - CC-85. Continental Currency. September 26, 1778. $50. PCGS Banknote Extremely Fine 40.

No. 24669. Representative of a denomination that was first issued as part of the resolve of September 26, 1778. The rounded vignette of a step-pyramid encircled by the Latin phrase "PERENNIS" which translates to "Everlasting" is particularly bold and demonstrates much in the way of detail.

Lot: 97182 - CC-86. Continental Currency. September 26, 1778. $60. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 4847. A mid-grade example bearing a vignette of a globe flanked by "DEUS REGNAT EXULTET TERRA," which according to Newman translates to "God reigns, let the earth rejoice." The reverse likewise depicts a crude motif centered around a vignette of a bow with the imprint of Hall & Sellers at the bottom. PCGS Banknote comments "Pinholes."

Lot: 97183 - CC-86CT. Continental Currency. September 26, 1778. $60. PMG Very Fine 30. Counterfeit.

No. Unknown. A rarely offered counterfeit from the late 1770s likely produced by a Tory-sponsored counterfeiting operation. The "DEUS REGNAT" vignette accounts for a fairly faithful reproduction while a loss of detail is demonstrated best along the margins. Four "X-shaped" pen cancellations may be observed. PMG comments "Cancelled.'

Lot: 97184 - CC-88. Continental Currency. January 14, 1779. $2. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 20034. The second lowest denomination from an expansive emission. The rounded vignette which depicts grain being threshed by a fail comes surmounted by the Latin phrase TRIBULATIO DITAT which translates to "It is enriched by affliction" comes particularly distinct on this specimen. PMG comments "Split."

Lot: 97185 - CC-91. Continental Currency. January 14, 1779. $5. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 105848. Representative of one of the smallest denominations from this emission. This note shows signs of circulation consistent with the middle of the grading spectrum and retains two extant penned signatures.

Lot: 97186 - CC-93. Continental Currency. January 14, 1779. $30. PMG Very Fine 30.

No. 61096. Offered here is a mid-grade $30 Continental from the final emission of Continental notes dated January 14, 1779. This piece does well to showcase to demonstrate the measures taken to mitigate the effects of contemporary counterfeiting efforts.

Lot: 97187 - CC-96. Continental Currency. January 14, 1779. $45. PCGS Banknote Very Fine 30.

No. 108244. A mid-grade example ripe with originality and eye appeal. The Latin phrase "SIC FLORET RESPUBLICA" which translates to "thus let the nation flourish" can be encountered encircling a vignette depicting two beehives protected by a shed. PCGS Banknote comments "Minor Stains, Foreign Substance."

Lot: 97188 - CC-100. Continental Currency. January 14, 1779. $65. PMG Choice Uncirculated 64.

No. 68895. Two distinct penned signatures opposite a circular vignette surmounted by the Latin phrase FIAT JUSTITIA which translates to "Let Justice be Done." That composition may be seen at right and comes accomplished in two distinct colors that serve to demonstrate one of the avenues taken by printers to frustrate Tory-aligned counterfeiting operations. The $65 denomination is only found in the eleventh and final Continental emission and relative other denominations stands quite scarce in comparison to others especially at this grade level. PMG Pop 1/2 Finer.

Lot: 97189 - CC-101DT. Continental Currency. January 14, 1779. $70. PMG Very Fine 25 Counterfeit Detector Note.

Emblem of a healthy tree standing alone with Latin motto "VIM PROCELLARUM QUADRENNIUM SUSTINUIT," which translates "For Four Years it has Withstood the Force of Storm." Printed by Hall and Sellers, 1779. As inflation ravaged the value of the Continental Dollar, higher denominations were authorized and printed. This $70 denomination is found only on the 11th and final emission authorized in 1779. Although circulated, this is a blue counterfeit detector denomination that we rarely encounter. PMG notes "Split Repair."