Confederate Currency Paper, Two Dollars

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The image depicts a Confederate States of America two-dollar banknote from February 17, 1864, issued in Richmond. The note prominently displays the denomination "TWO" in bold lettering on the left and right sides. In the center, there's an ornate "2" surrounded by intricate patterns. Above the denomination is the date "Feb. 17th, 1864," and to the right, cursive script reads "Richmond." The text states that the Confederate States of America will pay two dollars to the bearer on demand. The note also features signatures for the register and treasurer. An engraved portrait of a man is situated on the right side, enclosed within an elaborate border.

The image depicts a Confederate States of America two-dollar banknote from February 17, 1864, issued in Richmond. The note prominently displays the denomination "TWO" in bold lettering on the left and right sides. In the center, there's an ornate "2" surrounded by intricate patterns. Above the denomination is the date "Feb. 17th, 1864," and to the right, cursive script reads "Richmond." The text states that the Confederate States of America will pay two dollars to the bearer on demand. The note also features signatures for the register and treasurer. An engraved portrait of a man is situated on the right side, enclosed within an elaborate border.

Name/Title

Confederate Currency Paper, Two Dollars

Entry/Object ID

151/475

Scope and Content

Confederate Currency Paper, Two Dollars. No. 50020 will pay to bearer $2.00 Richmond. February 17, 1864.

Collection

CIVIL WAR, MONEY

Lexicon

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Currency

Search Terms

Confederate Money, $2.00

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Currency

Condition

Overall Condition

Fair

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Oct 5, 2010