The May 10, 1775 issue was the very first issue of Continental currency. Printed by Hall and Sellers on course paper. This $5 note features an emblem of a hand gathering food and dripping blood due to pricks from the thorns. The emblem is encircled by the latin motto “SUSTINE VEL ABSTINE” (Either survive or give up); a fitting motto for this note printed during the start of the American Revolution. The reverse boasts bold nature print of betony and sage leaves and ornamental borders. A solid comment free example of this desirable first issue Continental.
Signers: Robert Strettell Jones, Frederick Kuhl
The May 10, 1775 issue was the very first issue of Continental currency. Printed by Hall and Sellers on course paper. This $5 note features an emblem of a hand gathering food and dripping blood due to pricks from the thorns. The emblem is encircled by the latin motto “SUSTINE VEL ABSTINE” (Either survive or give up); a fitting motto for this note printed during the start of the American Revolution. The reverse boasts bold nature print of betony and sage leaves and ornamental borders. A solid comment free example of this desirable first issue Continental.
Signers: Robert Strettell Jones, Frederick Kuhl
Date: May 10, 1775
Denomination: $5
Friedberg #: CC-5
State: Continental
Certification: PMG
Grade: 25
Comments: None
