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American Bank Note Company (Banknote Intaglio Printing)Description
Some privately issued metal and paper money began to appear early in the 19th century. Silver certificates were issued by the Kingdom of Hawaii in denominations of $10, $20, $50 and $100 in the 1880s. Following the establishment of the Republic of Hawaii on July 4, 1894, two issues of gold and silver certificates were made in denominations from $5 to $100. All of these certificates were printed by the American Bank Note Company. Very few of the notes survived because they were turned in before being demonetized as of January 14, 1903.
Banknote intaglio printing is a high-pressure method where ink is forced into engraved, recessed lines on a metal plate, transferring to paper to create raised, tactile designs (like portraits, numerals) that feel rough (like sandpaper) and are a key anti-counterfeiting feature, unlike flat photocopies. This technique adds depth, detail, and unique texture to currency, making it hard to fake.
A selection of various denominations of Silver and Gold Certificates of these Banknote Intaglio prints by the American Bank Note Company from the 1980s.Created By
hawaiiancovers@gmail.comCreate Date
December 23, 2025Update Date
December 28, 2025
