Continental Currency Fr#CC-24 February 17, 1776 $2 PCGS 64 *Exceptional*
This $2 bill from the February 17, 1776 issue features an emblem of a grain being threshed by a flail. The emblem is surrounded by the Latin motto “TRIBULATIO DITAT” (Affliction improves it). The reverse has bold nature print of raspberry and 2 filbert leaves. Additionally, this note was signed by John Williams. Williams was an American Founding Father, member of the Continental Congress, and signer of the Articles of Confederation. Williams also served as a colonel in the North Carolina militia and was a founder of the University of North Carolina. Exceptional problem free example with unmatched bold ink and attractive paper tone. A centerpiece for any Continental collection.
Signers: William Coats, John Williams*
This $2 bill from the February 17, 1776 issue features an emblem of a grain being threshed by a flail. The emblem is surrounded by the Latin motto “TRIBULATIO DITAT” (Affliction improves it). The reverse has bold nature print of raspberry and 2 filbert leaves. Additionally, this note was signed by John Williams. Williams was an American Founding Father, member of the Continental Congress, and signer of the Articles of Confederation. Williams also served as a colonel in the North Carolina militia and was a founder of the University of North Carolina. Exceptional problem free example with unmatched bold ink and attractive paper tone. A centerpiece for any Continental collection.
Signers: William Coats, John Williams*
This $2 bill from the February 17, 1776 issue features an emblem of a grain being threshed by a flail. The emblem is surrounded by the Latin motto “TRIBULATIO DITAT” (Affliction improves it). The reverse has bold nature print of raspberry and 2 filbert leaves. Additionally, this note was signed by John Williams. Williams was an American Founding Father, member of the Continental Congress, and signer of the Articles of Confederation. Williams also served as a colonel in the North Carolina militia and was a founder of the University of North Carolina. Exceptional problem free example with unmatched bold ink and attractive paper tone. A centerpiece for any Continental collection.
Signers: William Coats, John Williams*
Date: February 17, 1776
Denomination: $2
Friedberg #: CC-24
State: Continental
Certification: PCGS
Grade: 64
Comments: None