U.S.A. Silver Certificate one dollar series of 1935 A star note, serial number *66084026A

Object/Artifact

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St. Joseph Museums

The image depicts a vintage $1 US silver certificate, distinguished by the prominent portrait of George Washington at its center. This particular note, labeled with the series date of 1935 A, features the word "HAWAII" printed vertically on both sides. It includes an orange Treasury seal and serial number, highlighting its historical significance. The text declares it as legal tender for all debts, public and private, indicating its use in commerce. Ornate designs frame the note, reinforcing the official nature and artistry of the currency. This note represents an intriguing piece of American monetary history associated with WWII, particularly in the Pacific.

The image depicts a vintage $1 US silver certificate, distinguished by the prominent portrait of George Washington at its center. This particular note, labeled with the series date of 1935 A, features the word "HAWAII" printed vertically on both sides. It includes an orange Treasury seal and serial number, highlighting its historical significance. The text declares it as legal tender for all debts, public and private, indicating its use in commerce. Ornate designs frame the note, reinforcing the official nature and artistry of the currency. This note represents an intriguing piece of American monetary history associated with WWII, particularly in the Pacific.

Name/Title

U.S.A. Silver Certificate one dollar series of 1935 A star note, serial number *66084026A

Entry/Object ID

2020.2.128

Description

U.S.A. Silver Certificate one dollar series of 1935 A star note, serial number *66084026A. Front: Marked "B". Large portrait of George Washington centered. "THIS CERTIFICATE IS LEGAL TENDER FOR ALL DEBTS PUBLIC AND PRIVATE" is written over a "1" to the left, "WASHINGTON, D.C." is written over a treasury sigil to the right. "HAWAII" is written vertically on the left and right edges. Back: "ONE" written in the center. Pyramid to the left, eagle to the right. "HAWAII" has been stamped over the majority of the back. Bill is yellowed and creased both vertically and horizontally. 6.25"lx2.75"h

Collection

Marshall White

Made/Created

Date made

1935 - 1957

Lexicon

LOC Thesaurus for Graphic Materials

Currency

Search Terms

HAWAII, Star note

Legacy Lexicon

Object Name

Currency

Dimensions

Height

2-3/4 in

Length

6-1/4 in

Material

Paper

Condition

Overall Condition

Good

Maintenance

Maintenance History

Date

Dec 16, 2020

Relationships

Related Person or Organization

Person or Organization

Washington, George

Provenance

Notes

Collected by: Marshall White