Newton, Massachusetts. $5 Original. Fr. 397a. The Newton NB. Charter #789. PMG Very Good 10. A rare note from this popular Middlesex County bank. Just eight large are reported, which includes this newly reported example, and it is the only original $5. The note is well circulated but seen with problem free paper, and excellent penned signatures. This is the first auction appearance of any note from this bank since 2013.