| Description |
Pittsfield, IL - Pittsfield Bank $5 June 1, 1859 Spurious Issue IL-650 S5. PCGS Fine 12 Apparent. This spurious issue with lace tint shows the Baldwin, Adams & Co. imprint. It is similar to spurious notes from Massachusetts and New Hampshire. At the top, a large eagle is flanked by a number of flags labeled with state names. Grading notes "Mounting Remnants on Back; Paper Scuffs on Face at Left." Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society, Heritage Auctions Internet Sale (5/2017).
(Description courtesy of Heritage Auctions, ha.com.) Realized $65.00. |
