The fractional denominations of the February 17, 1776 Continental issue are often referred to as Fugio notes. These notes precede and share a design with the iconic 1787 colonial copper Fugio cent. The sundial rebus can be seen on the front and the linked colonies on the reverse. Both of these devices were designed by Benjamin Franklin and prepared by Elisha Gallaudet. Attractive comment free VF example. Additionally, this note bears the signature of Daniel Carroll. Carroll was an American founding father, signer of the U.S. Constitution and Articles of Confederation. He also served in the Continental Congress and participated in our nation’s first session of Congress. Incredible note with historical significance.
Signers: Daniel Carroll
The fractional denominations of the February 17, 1776 Continental issue are often referred to as Fugio notes. These notes precede and share a design with the iconic 1787 colonial copper Fugio cent. The sundial rebus can be seen on the front and the linked colonies on the reverse. Both of these devices were designed by Benjamin Franklin and prepared by Elisha Gallaudet. Attractive comment free VF example. Additionally, this note bears the signature of Daniel Carroll. Carroll was an American founding father, signer of the U.S. Constitution and Articles of Confederation. He also served in the Continental Congress and participated in our nation’s first session of Congress. Incredible note with historical significance.
Signers: Daniel Carroll
Date: February 17, 1776
Denomination: $1/3
Friedberg #: CC-20
State: Continental
Certification: PMG
Grade: Very Fine 25
Comments: None
