1st Issue Fractional Currency 5 Cents VG (Fr#1231)
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These were issued starting in 1862 to help alleviate the shortage of coins due to public hoarding caused by the Civil War. Add this First Issue Fractional Postage Currency of 5 Cents to your cart today!
This note with a nice portrait of Thomas Jefferson is patterned after an early U.S. postage stamp. It would make a great addition to any currency collection.
Certificate Highlights:
- Approved by the act of July 17, 1862.
- Housed in an archival quality currency sleeve.
- Very Good condition.
- Face: Bears an engraving of one of the contemporary issue of five cent postage stamps featuring a bust of Thomas Jefferson.
- Back: Black printing of the obligation at center surrounding a large numeral “5” with an intricate engraving.
- This is the straight edge type with the ABC monogram on back.
These were issued starting in 1862 to help alleviate the shortage of coins due to public hoarding caused by the Civil War. Add this First Issue Fractional Postage Currency of 5 Cents to your cart today!
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