1862 $5.00 Legal Tender Alexander Hamilton VF (Fr#61c)
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The 1862 $5 Legal Tender Note marked a pivotal shift in U.S. history as one of the first federally issued paper currencies, introduced during the Civil War to fund the Union’s efforts, symbolizing innovation and resilience in American monetary policy.
Currency Highlights:
- An 1862 $5.00 Legal Tender Note, a key piece of Civil War-era monetary history.
- Preserved in a quality archival holder for protection and display.
- Very Fine condition.
- Face: Showcases a small portrait of Alexander Hamilton, the first Secretary of the Treasury, at the right. To the left, an allegorical depiction of freedom mirrors the aspirations of the Union during the Civil War.
- Back: Features a bold “FIVE” over a large "V" to the left and right, with the obligation text prominently displayed in the center.
- Signatures: Chittenden/Spinner - Friedberg #61c.
Introduced to help finance the Civil War, this note represents a pivotal time in U.S. monetary history as the nation transitioned to paper currency. Its historical significance and design make it a must-have for collectors of American currency.
Secure this remarkable piece of history for your collection today!
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