City Bank of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, One Dollar, 1860

The image shows an old, worn banknote from "The City Bank of Beaverdam" in Wisconsin, denoting a value of one dollar. The note features intricate designs and is heavily browned, suggesting age. In the center, there's an engraved portrait of a woman, surrounded by ornate scrollwork. To the left of the portrait is an illustration of two figures, possibly representing classical symbols or allegorical themes. The bill is inscribed with various signatures and handwritten elements indicating authorization or validation for transactions. The note promises to pay one dollar to the bearer on demand, referencing the bank's financial promise.

The image shows an old, worn banknote from "The City Bank of Beaverdam" in Wisconsin, denoting a value of one dollar. The note features intricate designs and is heavily browned, suggesting age. In the center, there's an engraved portrait of a woman, surrounded by ornate scrollwork. To the left of the portrait is an illustration of two figures, possibly representing classical symbols or allegorical themes. The bill is inscribed with various signatures and handwritten elements indicating authorization or validation for transactions. The note promises to pay one dollar to the bearer on demand, referencing the bank's financial promise.

Name/Title

City Bank of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, One Dollar, 1860

Entry/Object ID

475/11584

Scope and Content

City Bank of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, One Dollar, 1860. January 1, 1860.

Collection

CIVIL WAR, MONEY

Lexicon

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Money, Currency, Banks

Search Terms

City Bank of Beaver Dam, Wisconsin, Wisconsin

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Currency

Condition

Overall Condition

Poor

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Sep 9, 2011