Civil War bill. May 21, 1861 City of Portsmouth
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| Management number | 12759858 | Release Date | 2025/09/20 | List Price | $36.01 | Model Number | 12759858 | ||
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The date "May 21, 1861" on the image refers to the issuance date of the one-dollar note from The City of Portsmouth.
Context:
This note was a form of currency issued by the City of Portsmouth, likely in the context of the American Civil War, as many municipalities and states issued their own forms of currency during this period due to economic instability and shortages of federal currency.
Promise to Pay:
The note states that "THE CITY OF PORTSMOUTH Will pay to the Bearer hereof ONE DOLLAR for value received, according to an Ordinance passed this day." This indicates it was a promise to pay the bearer one dollar, backed by the city's authority.
Signatures:
The note includes signatures for the "Treasurer of City" and "President of Council," validating its issuance by the city's officials.
| Category | Vintage & collectibles > Collectible Paper Money > Collectible US Paper Money |
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| Size | N/A |
| Brand | US Vintage |
| Condition | Fair |
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