$5 National Bank Note Progressive Essay Face Proof Engraver: G. F. C. Smillie (America, 1854–1924)

Medium

Ink on paper

Dimensions

7 7/16 × 6 5/8 in. (18.9 × 16.9 cm)

Credit Line

The Susan G. and John W. Jackson, B.A. 1967, Numismatics Acquisition Endowment Fund

Accession Number

2019.25.23

Culture
Period

20th century

Classification
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Numismatics

Numismatics Reference Number

cf. Friedberg 587-589, 598-612 (W-755-757, 770-784); Hessler-316

Obverse Description

Obverse Description: Left portions of the face only with sharp detailed inks. Printing extends left beyond India paper.

Reverse Description

Reverse Description: "Partial Proof Essay, red Charter Design 122," in pencil.
Provenance

Provenance


Spink-Smythe, New York, May 18, 2012; Joel Anderson, 2012-8; Stack's Bowers, New York, October 25, 2018, lot 4097; Yale University Art Gallery, New Haven, Conn.
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Additional information

Object/Work type

Proof banknote, money, paper money

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