The notes of the March 10, 1769 issue are known as “Bettering House Money” authorized by the February 18, 1769 Act for relief and employment of the poor in Philadelphia. The lower denominations of the issue (including this 18 Pence bill) were printed with a blank back. Printed by Hall and Sellers with the state arms and a pillar border at the top. A scarce note with rich history. This interesting example has excessive contemporary sewing, showing the lengths the colonists went to keep this money in circulation.
Signers: John Parrock, Samuel Burge, Abel James
The notes of the March 10, 1769 issue are known as “Bettering House Money” authorized by the February 18, 1769 Act for relief and employment of the poor in Philadelphia. The lower denominations of the issue (including this 18 Pence bill) were printed with a blank back. Printed by Hall and Sellers with the state arms and a pillar border at the top. A scarce note with rich history. This interesting example has excessive contemporary sewing, showing the lengths the colonists went to keep this money in circulation.
Signers: John Parrock, Samuel Burge, Abel James
Date: March 10, 1769
Denomination: 18 Pence
Friedberg #: PA-139
State: Pennsylvania
Certification: PCGS
Grade: 3
Comments: “Backed, Sewn Together”
