Continental Currency Fr#CC-82DT September 26, 1778 $20 PCGS 55 PPQ *Blue Counterfeit Detector*
The front of this note features an emblem of a strong wind creating waves inspired by a sketch by Ben Franklin. The latin motto “VI CONCITATE” (Driven by force) encircles the emblem. Nature print of buttercup can be seen on the reverse. This note is a blue counterfeit detector which were used by merchants to compare to suspected counterfeits that they encounter. Absolutely striking example with an attractive blue-green tone and crisp paper. Well deserving of the PPQ designation from PCGS.
The front of this note features an emblem of a strong wind creating waves inspired by a sketch by Ben Franklin. The latin motto “VI CONCITATE” (Driven by force) encircles the emblem. Nature print of buttercup can be seen on the reverse. This note is a blue counterfeit detector which were used by merchants to compare to suspected counterfeits that they encounter. Absolutely striking example with an attractive blue-green tone and crisp paper. Well deserving of the PPQ designation from PCGS.
The front of this note features an emblem of a strong wind creating waves inspired by a sketch by Ben Franklin. The latin motto “VI CONCITATE” (Driven by force) encircles the emblem. Nature print of buttercup can be seen on the reverse. This note is a blue counterfeit detector which were used by merchants to compare to suspected counterfeits that they encounter. Absolutely striking example with an attractive blue-green tone and crisp paper. Well deserving of the PPQ designation from PCGS.
Date: September 26, 1778
Denomination: $20
Friedberg #: CC-82DT
State: Continental
Certification: PCGS
Grade: 55 PPQ
Comments: “Premium Paper Quality”