Continental Currency Fr#CC-10 May 10, 1775 $30 PMG 45 *First Issue*
The May 10, 1775 issue was the very first issue of Continental currency. This $30 note features an emblem of a wreath on a tomb. This emblem is encircled by the latin motto “SI RECTE FACIES” (If you act righteously you will be honored after death). The reverse uniquely features 2 emblems of a strong wind creating waves and a beautiful sun shining on ships at sea. The first emblem was designed by Benjamin Franklin and is encircled by the latin motto “VI CONCITATE” (Driven by force). The second is encircled by the motto “CESSANTE VENTO CONQUIESCEMUS” (When the storm dies down we will rest). Absolutely gorgeous first issue note free of problems with a nice original look. A wonderful addition for any Continental collection.
Signers: Thomas Coombe, Ellis Lewis
The May 10, 1775 issue was the very first issue of Continental currency. This $30 note features an emblem of a wreath on a tomb. This emblem is encircled by the latin motto “SI RECTE FACIES” (If you act righteously you will be honored after death). The reverse uniquely features 2 emblems of a strong wind creating waves and a beautiful sun shining on ships at sea. The first emblem was designed by Benjamin Franklin and is encircled by the latin motto “VI CONCITATE” (Driven by force). The second is encircled by the motto “CESSANTE VENTO CONQUIESCEMUS” (When the storm dies down we will rest). Absolutely gorgeous first issue note free of problems with a nice original look. A wonderful addition for any Continental collection.
Signers: Thomas Coombe, Ellis Lewis
The May 10, 1775 issue was the very first issue of Continental currency. This $30 note features an emblem of a wreath on a tomb. This emblem is encircled by the latin motto “SI RECTE FACIES” (If you act righteously you will be honored after death). The reverse uniquely features 2 emblems of a strong wind creating waves and a beautiful sun shining on ships at sea. The first emblem was designed by Benjamin Franklin and is encircled by the latin motto “VI CONCITATE” (Driven by force). The second is encircled by the motto “CESSANTE VENTO CONQUIESCEMUS” (When the storm dies down we will rest). Absolutely gorgeous first issue note free of problems with a nice original look. A wonderful addition for any Continental collection.
Signers: Thomas Coombe, Ellis Lewis
Date: May 10, 1775
Denomination: $30
Friedberg #: CC-10
State: Continental
Certification: PMG
Grade: 45
Comments: None