Fractional Currency United States, 25 cents, 1863

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St. Joseph Museums

$The image shows an old United States fractional currency note with a denomination of twenty-five cents. The note features a portrait on the left, framed within an ornate border. Prominent text across the center reads "United States" and "Twenty five cents," with additional inscriptions mentioning its approval and issuance. The intricate background includes a red pattern with signatures of officials involved in its authorization. The paper exhibits signs of age, such as creases and discoloration, reflecting its historical use as a lower-denomination currency during a period when coins were scarce or expensive to produce.$

The image shows an old United States fractional currency note with a denomination of twenty-five cents. The note features a portrait on the left, framed within an ornate border. Prominent text across the center reads "United States" and "Twenty five cents," with additional inscriptions mentioning its approval and issuance. The intricate background includes a red pattern with signatures of officials involved in its authorization. The paper exhibits signs of age, such as creases and discoloration, reflecting its historical use as a lower-denomination currency during a period when coins were scarce or expensive to produce.