This February 8, 1779 $70 note was elaborately engraved by Thomas Coram of Charleston. On the front, a figure leaning against an anchor and the Latin motto “SPES MENTIS SOLATIO” (Hope is the consolation of the mind) can be seen on the bottom left. The reverse of this note depicts Prometheus bound to stones being attacked by a vulture. This follows the classical story of Prometheus being bound to rock while an eagle resembling Zeus pecks his liver. Nice legibility remains on this VF example offered at a deep discount compared to a note without stains.
Signers: Joseph Atkinson, John Smyth, Plowden Weston
This February 8, 1779 $70 note was elaborately engraved by Thomas Coram of Charleston. On the front, a figure leaning against an anchor and the Latin motto “SPES MENTIS SOLATIO” (Hope is the consolation of the mind) can be seen on the bottom left. The reverse of this note depicts Prometheus bound to stones being attacked by a vulture. This follows the classical story of Prometheus being bound to rock while an eagle resembling Zeus pecks his liver. Nice legibility remains on this VF example offered at a deep discount compared to a note without stains.
Signers: Joseph Atkinson, John Smyth, Plowden Weston
Date: February 8, 1779
Denomination: $70
Friedberg #: SC-156
State: South Carolina
Certification: PMG
Grade: Very Fine 25
Comments: “Stains, Tears”
