Five Dollar Bill from State of Maryland, 1839

The image displays a vintage five-dollar banknote issued by the Commercial Bank of Millington in Maryland, dated October 25, 1837. The numerical value "5" is prominently displayed on either side, accompanied by the letter "V" positioned at the corners, symbolizing the denomination in Roman numerals. Centered above the bank's name, an intricate illustration depicts Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, accompanied by a woman, positioned near a horse and seated on a wave or sea creature, lending a maritime theme to the design. Additional engravings capture a riverside scene featuring sailing vessels and people, contributing to the detailed and artistic composition of the note. The banknote carries signatures from the cashier and the president, reinforcing its authenticity and historical value.

The image displays a vintage five-dollar banknote issued by the Commercial Bank of Millington in Maryland, dated October 25, 1837. The numerical value "5" is prominently displayed on either side, accompanied by the letter "V" positioned at the corners, symbolizing the denomination in Roman numerals. Centered above the bank's name, an intricate illustration depicts Poseidon, the Greek god of the sea, accompanied by a woman, positioned near a horse and seated on a wave or sea creature, lending a maritime theme to the design. Additional engravings capture a riverside scene featuring sailing vessels and people, contributing to the detailed and artistic composition of the note. The banknote carries signatures from the cashier and the president, reinforcing its authenticity and historical value.

Name/Title

Five Dollar Bill from State of Maryland, 1839

Entry/Object ID

AM1980.52.1

Scope and Content

Five Dollar Bill from the state of Maryland - Commercial Bank of Millington , October 1839, given to Harry Walker's grandfather, Harry, by N.D. Goff. Handwritten on back "St. Joseph, MO. Sept. 1930 compliments of N.D. Goff".

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Search Terms

Goff, N.D., Maryland, Bank of Millington

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Currency

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

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Person or Organization

N. D. Goff