Lot of (2) Friedberg 357 (W-394). 1891 $2 Treasury Notes. PCGS Currency Gem New 65 PPQ. Face and Back Proofs.Hessler-201. India paper on card, trimmed to banknote size. B00000 serial number in red. Imprint of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Center, die under title and over denomination. Left end, ornate panel and scrollwork with "2" die. Right end, General McPherson. Engraved signatures of Tillman - Morgan. Back, full color with large central die with arched TWO DOLLARS within. UNITED STATES arched above center. Obligation left and 2 counter at right. Like all these Tillman - Morgan 1891 proofs, considered unique and the only proofs we are aware of. Like the rest, it also offers incredible quality, with this pair both achieving Gem grades from PCGS Currency.From Lyn Knights sale of the John Whitney Walter Collection, October 16, 2004, part of lot 121.
