South Carolina Colonial Note Fr#SC-154 February 8, 1779 $50 PMG 20 *Atlas*
This February 8, 1779 $50 note was elaborately engraved by Thomas Coram of Charleston. On the front, the latin motto “PROVIDENTIA NOS TRIS PRESIDEAT” (Let foresight guide us) can be seen on the bottom left. This series was know for featuring Classical designs. The reverse of this note depicts a grand design of Atlas holding a large boulder over his head. Nice mid-grade example with light paper, relatively bold printing, and attractive eye appeal for the grade. Sought after issue.
Signers: John Smyth, Plowden Weston, George Cooke
This February 8, 1779 $50 note was elaborately engraved by Thomas Coram of Charleston. On the front, the latin motto “PROVIDENTIA NOS TRIS PRESIDEAT” (Let foresight guide us) can be seen on the bottom left. This series was know for featuring Classical designs. The reverse of this note depicts a grand design of Atlas holding a large boulder over his head. Nice mid-grade example with light paper, relatively bold printing, and attractive eye appeal for the grade. Sought after issue.
Signers: John Smyth, Plowden Weston, George Cooke
This February 8, 1779 $50 note was elaborately engraved by Thomas Coram of Charleston. On the front, the latin motto “PROVIDENTIA NOS TRIS PRESIDEAT” (Let foresight guide us) can be seen on the bottom left. This series was know for featuring Classical designs. The reverse of this note depicts a grand design of Atlas holding a large boulder over his head. Nice mid-grade example with light paper, relatively bold printing, and attractive eye appeal for the grade. Sought after issue.
Signers: John Smyth, Plowden Weston, George Cooke
Date: February 8, 1779
Denomination: $50
Friedberg #: SC-154
State: South Carolina
Certification: PMG
Grade: 20
Comments: “Tears”