The September 26, 1778 issue featured new $50 and $60 denominations. It also marks high inflation in colonial times due to $75,000,000 in bills authorized and the release of these higher denominations. This $40 note features an emblem of an all-seeing Eye of Providence shining on 13 stars representing the colonies. This emblem is encircled by the motto “CONFEDERATION”. This emblem was designed by Francis Hopkinson, an American founding father and signer of the Declaration of Independence. The reverse features nature print of carrot leaves. Lovely VF+ example with choice originality and eye appeal well deserving of the evergreen sticker from GCC.
Signers: Daniel Wister, …
The September 26, 1778 issue featured new $50 and $60 denominations. It also marks high inflation in colonial times due to $75,000,000 in bills authorized and the release of these higher denominations. This $40 note features an emblem of an all-seeing Eye of Providence shining on 13 stars representing the colonies. This emblem is encircled by the motto “CONFEDERATION”. This emblem was designed by Francis Hopkinson, an American founding father and signer of the Declaration of Independence. The reverse features nature print of carrot leaves. Lovely VF+ example with choice originality and eye appeal well deserving of the evergreen sticker from GCC.
Signers: Daniel Wister, …
Date: September 26, 1778
Denomination: $40
Friedberg #: CC-84
State: Continental
Certification: PMG & GCC
Grade: Very Fine 30, GCC Green
Comments: None
