Fr.262 1886 $5 Five Dollars Silver Certificate "MORGAN BACK", PMG GEM 65 EPQ
This listing is for sale ONE note ONLY. The scanned image displayed the front and back of the exact note you will receive.
The $5 1886 Silver Certificate, affectionately known among collectors as the "Morgan Back" note, stands as a testament to the golden age of U.S. currency design. Issued during a period when artistry and precision were paramount in American banknote engraving.
At first glance, the obverse commands attention with a dignified portrait of Ulysses S. Grant, the 18th President of the United States, symbolizing leadership and resilience. Flanking the portrait are intricate filigree patterns and meticulously engraved lettering.
However, it is the reverse design that sets the 1886 $5 Silver Certificate apart and cements its place as a crown jewel in numismatic collections. Dominating the back of the note is an elegant rendering of the Morgan Silver Dollar, one of the most iconic coin designs in American history.
This rare note is not only is a wanted list for paper money collectors by also highly sought-after by Morgan Silver Dollar collectors.
This specific note is from the Friedberg #262, featuring the signature combination of Rosecrans & Huston. It also has a large brown spike seal. This particular note has exceptional inking on both sides and excellent margins.
This PMG graded note has been classified as GEM 66, and is one of only six in this condition (with a population of 6/4 notes graded finer). It's a true masterpiece for any dedicated collector looking to add to their collection.
Grade: PMG 66 EPQ
Denomination: 5
Type: Silver Certificate
Year: 1886