San Francisco, California. $5 1870 Series. Fr. 1136. The First National Gold Bank. Charter #1741. PMG Very Fine 20 Net. Repaired.；These National Gold Bank issues are some of the most desirable currency types available as their issuance was limited and the styling was superb. This piece utilized the yellow tint on the paper giving the note a distinction to the precious metal that backed it and again with the stunning engraving at back of a pile of contemporary gold coins. The appeal for this note, despite the well executed restorations, is remarkable for the assigned grade with sharp detail throughout. Rarely is this type offered at grades above this Very Fine level and appealing notes such as this always bring a premium.
