Name/Title
Paper MoneyEntry/Object ID
1928.17.2Description
Paper currency note. It is printed with a repeating border that reads, "The United Colonies TWO DOLLARS," around the edges. At the center is a circular logo with the words "TRIBULATIO DITAT." around an illustration of a hand holding a hinged metal weight. There is also the inscription, "TWO DOLLARS. THIS Bill entitles the BEARER to receive TWO SPANISH MILLED DOLLARS, or the Value thereof in Gold or Silver, according to a Resolution of CONGRESS, passed at Philadelphia Nov. 2, 1776." It is signed "A. Morris". The back is printed with the words, "TWO DOLLARS / PHILADELPHIA: Printed by HALL and SELLERS. 1776." a central illustration of leaves, and a floral scrollwork border.Acquisition
Accession
1928.17Source or Donor
Brooks Post No. 13 - GARAcquisition Method
GiftMade/Created
Bureau
Hall & SellersDate made
1776Place of Origin
City
PhiladelphiaState/Province
PennsylvaniaCountry
United States of AmericaContinent
North AmericaLexicon
Nomenclature 4.0
Nomenclature Secondary Object Term
Money, PaperNomenclature Primary Object Term
MoneyNomenclature Class
Exchange MediaNomenclature Category
Category 08: Communication Objects