Heritage guest cataloger Bruce Hagen submitted this final selection of highlights from the Hunter collection of U.S. colonial notes. Thanks!
-Editor
The formation of thirteen colonies sets has been a popular pursuit for generations. Whether seeking to advance an existing collection or to embark on commencing a new one, collectors need to look no further than the Hunter Collection. This remarkable selection of colonial and Continental notes presents numerous opportunities to achieve a distinguished thirteen colonies set. All will be offered unreserved at auction on Thursday, February 11, 2021.
Delaware May 1, 1777 9 Pence Fr. DE-84 PCGS Gem New 65PPQ.
A handsome nine pence note with normal margins. Deeply embossed, with the sheaf of wheat on the back beautifully detailed. Lot 94079.
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Delaware May 1, 1777 9 Pence Fr. DE-84 PCGS Gem New 65PPQ.. ...
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Maryland March 1, 1770 $8 Fr. MD-59 PCGS Extremely Fine 45PPQ.
This is a high-grade note from the March 1, 1770, issue. Face margins display near-perfect balance, and the back is strongly printed. Notes from this issue in Uncirculated condition are basically impossible to find, making this a premium quality example. An underrated Colonial series for notes in this condition. Lot 94159.
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Maryland March 1, 1770 $8 Fr. MD-59 PCGS Extremely Fine 45PPQ.. ...
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Gem Two-Color March 25, 1776 3 Pounds Note
New Jersey March 25, 1776 3 Pounds Fr. NJ-182 PCGS Gem New 65PPQ.
This colorful type has always been popular, and it is difficult to find in high grades. Blue and red face color three pound- and six pound- notes were printed for the March 25, 1776, series by Isaac Collins. The Royal coat of arms, sun vignette, and interior bordering in red are enclosed within intricate blue borders. The text is blue. Due to the use of two types of printing set-ups, there are two plate variants created by the orientation of the adjacent six-pound notes printed on the same four-subject plate. Because the "first set-up plate" left no room for a clear margin between the three and six pound denominations, borders from the six pounds were seen on the three pounds positioned above on the plate. However, the "second set-up plate" examples, such as this, have sufficient margins, and do not show the geometric bordering of the adjacent denomination. The imprint on the beautiful nature print back, complete with a line of detailed bees, is ISAAC COLLINS. These red and black high denominations from the issue are underrated compared to the more plentiful low denominations. A gorgeous note with vibrant colors, perfect face-to-back registration, and deep embossing. Lot 94238 .
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New Jersey March 25, 1776 3 Pounds Fr. NJ-182 PCGS Gem New 65PPQ.. ...
(https://currency.ha.com/itm/colonial-notes/new-jersey-march-25-1776-3-pounds-fr-nj-182-pcgs-gem-new-65ppq/a/62160-94238.s)
Choice Uncirculated April 10, 1777 20 Shillings Red and Black Note
Pennsylvania April 10, 1777 20 Shillings Red and Black Fr. PA-222b PMG Choice Uncirculated 63 EPQ.
There are a few Uncirculated notes reported of the 20 shillings denomination from this issue, with this a new listing. A beautifully embossed note with rich color on both sides. The contrast between the bold black ornaments and red devices on the face is dazzling. A perfect representative from this colorful issue. Lot 94374.
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Pennsylvania April 10, 1777 20 Shillings Red and Black Fr. PA-222b PMG Choice Uncirculated 63 EPQ.. ...
(https://currency.ha.com/itm/colonial-notes/pennsylvania-april-10-1777-20-shillings-red-and-black-fr-pa-222b-pmg-choice-uncirculated-63-epq/a/62160-94374.s)
Superior May 7, 1781 $1200 Note
Virginia May 7, 1781 $1200 Fr. VA-223 PMG About Uncirculated 55.
The heavy inflation of Colonial paper currency at the time is seen on this unusual high denomination. A beautiful example in a comment-free holder. Charming sun and moon vignettes are at the left end. Superior to the Newman Collection note that realized $646.25 in October 2015. Lot 94461.
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Virginia May 7, 1781 $1200 Fr. VA-223 PMG About Uncirculated 55.. ...
(https://currency.ha.com/itm/colonial-notes/virginia-may-7-1781-1200-fr-va-223-pmg-about-uncirculated-55/a/62160-94461.s)
This important collection, featuring over 400 different Colonial note types, will be auctioned online on Thursday, February 11, 2021, commencing at 6:00 PM Central Time (7:00 P.M. Eastern). Lot viewing is available by appointment only at Heritage's Office in Dallas; contact Jose Berumen at JBerumen@ha.com or 214-409-1299. Please click here to visit the online catalog. All lots are currently on view and open for bidding now.
To read the earlier E-Sylum articles, see:
HUNTER COLLECTION OF COLONIAL TYPE NOTES
(https://www.coinbooks.org/v24/esylum_v24n04a31.html)
MORE HUNTER COLLECTION COLONIAL NOTES
(https://www.coinbooks.org/v24/esylum_v24n05a19.html)
Wayne Homren, Editor
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