Friedberg Unlisted (W-Unlisted). Circa 1900 $2/$5 Silver Certificate. PCGS Currency Choice New 63. Composite Essay.Hessler-SCE34. The Hessler Plate Note. Excelsior Banknote Company imprint at left. SILVER in large ornate lettering at center. UNITED STATES, CERTIFICATE above and below. "Lazy" 2 counters at left top and bottom corners and 5 die at bottom left of center. Right end, 5 counters at top and bottom corners and 2 die right of center at bottom. A very early in production model for a back design, as the decision for the denomination had yet to be made. Most certainly unique and an item that has not been available publicly for more than 15 years.From Lyn Knights sale of August 21-23, 2003, lot 2211 (unsold); Dr. Glenn Jackson Collection, Nascas (a division of R.M. Smythe) sale of June 16, 1990, lot 3251.
