U. S. A. Silver Certificate one dollar series of 1899 bill, serial number E37195802A

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image shows an old United States one-dollar silver certificate featuring intricate designs and detailed engravings. Dominating the center, there's a prominent depiction of an eagle with outstretched wings, a recurring symbol of American strength and freedom. On each side, the portraits of two significant figures from American history are intricately engraved, encapsulated in circular frames. The textured surface gives the certificate a worn and historic appearance, emphasized by the creases and slightly faded colors. Ornate border designs, along with the clear text "One Silver Dollar" and "Silver Certificate," indicate its value and type, while serial numbers add an official touch to this vintage currency piece.

The image shows an old United States one-dollar silver certificate featuring intricate designs and detailed engravings. Dominating the center, there's a prominent depiction of an eagle with outstretched wings, a recurring symbol of American strength and freedom. On each side, the portraits of two significant figures from American history are intricately engraved, encapsulated in circular frames. The textured surface gives the certificate a worn and historic appearance, emphasized by the creases and slightly faded colors. Ornate border designs, along with the clear text "One Silver Dollar" and "Silver Certificate," indicate its value and type, while serial numbers add an official touch to this vintage currency piece.

Name/Title

U. S. A. Silver Certificate one dollar series of 1899 bill, serial number E37195802A

Entry/Object ID

2020.2.118

Description

U. S. A. Silver Certificate one dollar series of 1899 bill, serial number E37195802A. Front: Marked "B", Lincoln and Grant portraits at bottom, bald eagle holding a flag and branches in its claws in front of the U.S. Capitol Building in middle. Back: "THIS CERTIFICATE IS RECEIVABLE FOR CUSTOMS, TAXES, AND ALL PUBLIC DUES, AND WHEN RECEIVED MAY BE REISSUED." Previously crumpled, slightly worn around edges. 7.5"lx3"h

Collection

Marshall White

Made/Created

Date made

1899 - 1917

Lexicon

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Currency

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Currency

Dimensions

Height

3 in

Length

7-1/2 in

Material

Paper

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Dec 16, 2020

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Abraham Lincoln

Person or Organization

General Ulysses S. Grant

Provenance

Notes

Collected by: Marshall White