City of Saint Joseph, $2 Dollar note, 1879.

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The image shows an old, worn two-dollar banknote from the City of Saint Joseph. It features intricate engravings, including the number "2" prominently displayed on both sides within ornate, decorative frames. The text on the note reads "City of Saint Joseph" with additional inscriptions like "Hereby promises to pay the bearer two dollars." The central images include scenes of daily life, possibly depicting people with horses or mules engaged in work, highlighting the note's historical context. The paper appears aged with visible wear, including two circular holes and faded ink, signifying its long history and usage over time.

The image shows an old, worn two-dollar banknote from the City of Saint Joseph. It features intricate engravings, including the number "2" prominently displayed on both sides within ornate, decorative frames. The text on the note reads "City of Saint Joseph" with additional inscriptions like "Hereby promises to pay the bearer two dollars." The central images include scenes of daily life, possibly depicting people with horses or mules engaged in work, highlighting the note's historical context. The paper appears aged with visible wear, including two circular holes and faded ink, signifying its long history and usage over time.

Name/Title

City of Saint Joseph, $2 Dollar note, 1879.

Entry/Object ID

AM9999.663.16386

Scope and Content

City of Saint Joseph, $2 Dollar note, 1879. Number 22549. Faded stamp over center dated 1890. On front, left image of horses drinking at a trough, with a rider. Center image is of a female. Right image is of horses drinking at a trough, with a rider.

Lexicon

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Currency, Paper money, Money

Search Terms

Money issued by City of St. Joseph, City of St. Joseph, State of Missouri, St. Joseph Money

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Currency

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Sep 6, 2011