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Lot 599: 10-18-1776 4s MA Colonial Currency

Currency:USD Category:Coins & Paper Money Start Price:2,100.00 USD Estimated At:3,500.00 - 4,000.00 USD
Lot  599: 10-18-1776 4s MA Colonial Currency
<b> Massachusetts Currency</b><hr><b>Outstanding 1776 Issued “Codfish” Note</b>

<b>October 18, 1776, 4s, Paul Revere Engraved “Codfish” Issue, Choice Crisp Uncirculated.</b>
An exceptionally clean, crisp and bold appearing note with sharp distinct details. This note was printed from the early state of the original Paul Revere engraved copper printing plate, as attested to by the very sharp details, the plate having not yet been heavily worn or re-engraved. One perfect central repair. The signature and serial number remain remarkably vibrant and rich bold brown. Notes in very high quality from the earlier 1776 issue of Codfish notes are certainly more than ten times rarer than those from the 1778 issue. This specimen being the finest example of this note we have ever had the pleasure to offer. An extremely rare item in this grade.