This large size 1780 Massachusetts Lottery certificate features a vignette of a pine tree encircled by a rattle snake eating its own tail. Printed by Nathaniel Hurd on laid paper. The top of the note features a grand gothic title. The bottom states “DEATH TO COUNTERFEIT THIS”. This certificate issued 15 pounds on February 5, 1780. Signed by two committee members and the treasurer. High eye appeal for the grade and an embossed seal beneath the hand written denomination.
This large size 1780 Massachusetts Lottery certificate features a vignette of a pine tree encircled by a rattle snake eating its own tail. Printed by Nathaniel Hurd on laid paper. The top of the note features a grand gothic title. The bottom states “DEATH TO COUNTERFEIT THIS”. This certificate issued 15 pounds on February 5, 1780. Signed by two committee members and the treasurer. High eye appeal for the grade and an embossed seal beneath the hand written denomination.
Date: February 5, 1780
Denomination: 15 Pounds
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State: Massachusetts
Certification: PMG
Grade: Very Fine 25
Comments: “Cancelled, Edge Damage, Stains, Minor Ink Burn”
