South Carolina Colonial Note Fr#SC-154 February 8, 1779 $50 PCGS 58 PPQ *Atlas*
This February 8, 1779 $50 note was elaborately engraved by Thomas Coram of Charleston. On the front, a figure of Providence and globe surrounded by the the latin motto “PROVIDENTIA NOSTRIS PRAESIDEAT” (Let foresight guide us) can be seen on the bottom left. The reverse of this note features an incredible classical design of Atlas holding a boulder. Absolutely stunning example with hard to find bold ink throughout and crisp light paper. These notes are incredibly difficult to find this nice especially with the PPQ designation. A highlight piece for any high caliber collection.
Signers: Edward Trescot, Joseph Atkinson, John Scott
This February 8, 1779 $50 note was elaborately engraved by Thomas Coram of Charleston. On the front, a figure of Providence and globe surrounded by the the latin motto “PROVIDENTIA NOSTRIS PRAESIDEAT” (Let foresight guide us) can be seen on the bottom left. The reverse of this note features an incredible classical design of Atlas holding a boulder. Absolutely stunning example with hard to find bold ink throughout and crisp light paper. These notes are incredibly difficult to find this nice especially with the PPQ designation. A highlight piece for any high caliber collection.
Signers: Edward Trescot, Joseph Atkinson, John Scott
This February 8, 1779 $50 note was elaborately engraved by Thomas Coram of Charleston. On the front, a figure of Providence and globe surrounded by the the latin motto “PROVIDENTIA NOSTRIS PRAESIDEAT” (Let foresight guide us) can be seen on the bottom left. The reverse of this note features an incredible classical design of Atlas holding a boulder. Absolutely stunning example with hard to find bold ink throughout and crisp light paper. These notes are incredibly difficult to find this nice especially with the PPQ designation. A highlight piece for any high caliber collection.
Signers: Edward Trescot, Joseph Atkinson, John Scott
Date: February 8, 1779
Denomination: $50
Friedberg #: SC-154
State: South Carolina
Certification: PCGS
Grade: 58 PPQ
Comments: “Premium Paper Quality”