Friedberg 148 (W-2771-2772). 1862 $50 Legal Tender Note. PCGS Currency Very Choice New 64. Face and Back Proof.Hessler-926a. India paper face and back married on card. Plate A. Specimen stamped four times. Profile vignette of Alexander Hamilton at left of center. Left and right, 50 die counters with flower petal styling. Remarkable green color frame and central protector without lined WASHINGTON in a black frame. Back, first obligation at center within circular frame of 50 counters. Same 50 counters at the borders with remaining print being a stylish under-printing. An iconic type that is rare in any condition and virtually noncollectable when the quality approaches Gem as on this face and back proof pair. Similar to that sold in the 1994 Middendorf sale as lot 133 for $3,250. The offered note has had a single public offering that we are aware of, as lot 1212 in a 1990 Christies sale. A truly remarkable item that will draw considerable interest from collectors.From Christies sale of November 28-29, 1990, lot 1212.