U.S. Fractional Currency of the Civil War Era
U.S. Fractional Currency of the Civil War Era
U.S. Fractional Currency of the Civil War Era
Own every denomination of rarely seen, 150-year-old fractional currency ever issued!
• In 1862, with precious metals scarce due to hoarding during the Civil War, the federal government authorized the use of paper money in denominations of less than a dollar.
• All six denominations are represented in this collection, from 3 to 50 cents, including the only 15-cent denomination ever issued in U.S. government monetary history.
• They are captivating for their outstanding beauty and unique features — from intricate designs, created by highly skilled artisans of the era, to a rich variety of inks and papers.
• The use of fractional currency continued into the mid-1870’s, when almost all notes were redeemed and destroyed; less than one percent remain — still legal tender today!
• Remarkably, each note in this collection is preserved in gently circulated condition, and is protectively encapsulated so one can examine every detail on both front and back.
• FREE: A Display Chest and Collector’s Guide, included at no extra charge, sent with the third shipment.
• Guarantee of Satisfaction: Free returns and you may cancel at any time.
$159
per note
One note per shipment, each payable in 3 monthly installments of $53
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Among the most beautiful examples of U.S. currency, U.S. Fractional Currency of the Civil War Era forms a collectible of beauty, meaning and importance. This collection allows you the convenience of building it item-by-item with a gradual payment and shipment plan: Notes will be shipped at the rate of one every three months (six total shipments in this collection). You may pay for each note in three monthly installments.
The deluxe wooden Display Chest and Collector’s Guide, which provides fascinating narrative about the fractional notes and the times in which they were issued, will be sent with the third shipment.
Your satisfaction is 100% guaranteed. You may return any shipment within 30 days for replacement, or for a full refund with no further obligation. You may cancel at any time by calling the toll-free number included with each shipment, or by accessing My Account online. Either party may cancel this agreement at any time.
The bills you receive will range in size from 2½" to 5" across. Actual designs may vary from notes shown here.
Item #:FRA