Lot of (2) Type of Friedberg 378 (W-3634). 1891 $100 Treasury Notes. PCGS Currency Superb Gem New 67 PPQ. Face and Back Proofs.Hessler-1243a. India paper on card, trimmed to banknote size. B00000 serial numbers in red. Imprint of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. Left of center, under Gothic titles, "100" die over written denomination. Right, Admiral Farragut. Like other notes in the series, very ornate filigree borders with small corner counters and die lower right. Engraved signatures of Tillman - Morgan. Back, the "Open Back," style which was employed as the ornate backs of the 1890 series were deemed "too busy." Obligation within circle at center with encompassing ONE HUNDRED. Arched UNITED STATES in the left and right open areas. 100 counters at all corners with the upper left and lower right showing the Roman numeral depictions. An immensely rare design that is more challenging than the famed "Watermelon," notes of 1890 in issued form. As a proof this piece is considered unique as presented. The highest graded pair of proofs in this remarkable set with both achieving a lofty Superb Gem New designation from PCGS Currency.From Lyn Knights sale of the John Whitney Walter Collection, October 16, 2004, part of lot 121.
