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1914 Red Seal $5 Federal Reserve Note |
| Item: |
Federal Reserve Note Philadelphia
$5 1914 Large Size |
| Grade: |
PMG AU 58 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
2500434-004
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Owner Comments
Red seal notes are rare and costly, however it is a wonderful addition to the collection. Only 2 examples from PMG have graded higher than this note. It is very special to own such a rare piece of American history. And the red seal notes are easy to see why they are so coveted. Truly a beautiful note to compliment the far less expensive blue seal FRN's. Once again, the note was sent to re-holder with the pedigree of my name. The more notes I receive back with my pedigree, the more convinced I am doing something special. Doesn't it seem cool to know that some of these notes might survive in these holders for a century or maybe much longer? And when I purchase a note with a previous pedigree, I make sure that name is placed on the back side of the label to continue the provenance. Every time I see my name, it reminds me how mortal we are, how short life is, how precious each minute is and that my name may adorn this note for hundreds of years when they may be mere museum pieces. I wish more collectors took the time to pedigree their notes.
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| Slot: |
1914 Blue Seal $5 Federal Reserve Note |
| Item: |
Federal Reserve Note Kansas City
$5 1914 Large Size |
| Grade: |
PMG XF 40 |
| Cert #: |
1740794-026
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Owner Comments
From the famous Doug Murray Collection for $599. Doug had an eye for notes similar to Thomas Flynn. I pay premiums for these notes and retain the pedigree. They could choose notes that always were better than the grade. PMG graded 22 of this rare note with only 4 of a higher grade. And the highest grade was a 55 EPQ. This note looks pretty good now!
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| Slot: |
1914 Red Seal $10 Federal Reserve Note |
| Item: |
Federal Reserve Note Richmond
$10 1914 Large Size |
| Grade: |
PMG VF 20 |
| Cert #: |
2075334-001
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Owner Comments
PMG has graded a mere 17 notes of this variety and most all are low grade. Indeed, this note has only three graded higher. This note matches the Richmond $20 FRN currently in my possession.
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| Slot: |
1914 Blue Seal $10 Federal Reserve Note |
| Item: |
Federal Reserve Note New York
$10 1914 Large Size |
| Grade: |
PMG 64 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
4000197-002
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Owner Comments
Fr-911C is a good note to own. 13 have been graded at 64EPQ by PMG and only 3 notes higher. Those are good odds. Plus it completes my blue FRN Type Set!
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| Slot: |
1914 Red Seal $20 Federal Reserve Note |
| Item: |
Federal Reserve Note Richmond
$20 1914 Large Size |
| Grade: |
PMG VF 25 |
| Cert #: |
8066085-004
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Owner Comments
Incredibly rare Richmond red seal. Track and price lists 14 notes of this type. PMG has graded only 4 of these notes. This is the lowest grade of all the notes. I learned my lesson again. Lyn Knight described this as "Among the finest graded" and "A very scarce Richmond $20 Red Seal FRN and only the 19th recorded. Excellent centering and good, bold reds. The last one sold in this grade was seven years ago at $4,140. These are average XF and AU listed but neither graded or confirmed grades. The Cleveland Collection" Unfortunately I did not discover until I received the note that the description was for a 956a not the 956b. I sent a long email describing this to the support and guess what...they didn't even bother to respond. Jokes on me. These auctioneers don't give a hoot about you so at your own risk.
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| Slot: |
1914 Blue Seal $20 Federal Reserve Note |
| Item: |
Federal Reserve Note Cleveland
$20 1914 Large Size |
| Grade: |
PMG 64 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
1526072-004
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Owner Comments
Surprisingly for the number known, there are very few pieces graded 64 or over. Track & Price shows a census of over 1,100 with just seven Gems and eight choice examples. PCGS has graded 141 examples with only eight graded 60 or higher. PMG has reported 189 graded notes with 6 graded higher at 65 EPQ and 7 the same grade as this note. This 64 EPQ is a grade rarity of a very common number.
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| Slot: |
1914 Blue Seal $50 Federal Reserve Note |
| Item: |
Federal Reserve Note Cleveland
$50 1914 Large Size |
| Grade: |
PMG XF 40 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
1519417-016
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Owner Comments
The Grant notes on FRN's or gold certificates are some of my favorite notes. U.S. Grant has the presence of a great man and it shows on currency. This is a great note at a great price $820. A 40 EPQ for any large size Grant $50 is good value.
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| Slot: |
1914 Blue Seal $100 Federal Reserve Note |
| Item: |
Federal Reserve Note Atlanta
$100 1914 Large Size |
| Grade: |
PMG 64 EPQ |
| Cert #: |
1148474-001
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Owner Comments
Benjamin Franklin, who was never President of the U.S. has the honor of gracing the venerable $100 Federal Reserve Note of both the large and small variety. I especially adore the large size as it is a profile view of the great statesman. Not only was he key in birthing this great country but was a true Renaissance man in many different aspects of life. Franklin was a leading writer, printer, political philosopher, politician, Freemason, postmaster, scientist, inventor, humorist, civic activist, statesman, and diplomat. As a scientist, he was a major figure in the American Enlightenment and the history of physics for his discoveries and theories regarding electricity. As an inventor, he is known for the lightning rod, bifocals, and the Franklin stove, among other inventions. He founded many civic organizations, including the Library Company, Philadelphia's first fire department and the University of Pennsylvania.
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