The Common Council of the Corporation of the City of New York issued these small denomination notes to satisfy the need for “small change” in the city. After numerous quantities of London counterfeits emerged, a call for redemption of these notes occurred by June 1, 1799. Redeemed notes were burned. Nice note and previously a part of the renowned Eric P. Newman Collection.
The Common Council of the Corporation of the City of New York issued these small denomination notes to satisfy the need for “small change” in the city. After numerous quantities of London counterfeits emerged, a call for redemption of these notes occurred by June 1, 1799. Redeemed notes were burned. Nice note and previously a part of the renowned Eric P. Newman Collection.
Date: February 20, 1790
Denomination: 2 Pence
Friedberg #: NY-239
State: New York
Certification: PCGS
Grade: 12
Comments: None
