This note from the October 18, 1776 Massachusetts issue is commonly referred to as a “Codfish” note, due to the codfish on the upper boarder of the front. The backs of these bills, featuring a pine tree were printed by John Gill, and the more ornate front was engraved and printed by Paul Revere. Of the 5,143 bills originally printed, only 15 are known to survive today. This 1776 issue of the Codfish note is much tougher than the 1778 issue and obviously more desirable. Fantastic details remain on this bright note printed by an American legend. A key addition for any colonial collection.
Signers: Thomas Ivers
This note from the October 18, 1776 Massachusetts issue is commonly referred to as a “Codfish” note, due to the codfish on the upper boarder of the front. The backs of these bills, featuring a pine tree were printed by John Gill, and the more ornate front was engraved and printed by Paul Revere. Of the 5,143 bills originally printed, only 15 are known to survive today. This 1776 issue of the Codfish note is much tougher than the 1778 issue and obviously more desirable. Fantastic details remain on this bright note printed by an American legend. A key addition for any colonial collection.
Signers: Thomas Ivers
Date: October 18, 1776
Denomination: 4 Shillings, 6 Pence
Friedberg #: MA-233
State: Massachusetts
Certification: PMG
Grade: Very Fine 25
Comments: “Splits, Pinholes”
