New York, New York. The Eighth Avenue Bank. 1853-54. $1. PMG Choice Uncirculated 63. Proof. (NY-1575 G2a). Six POCs. Imprint of Baldwin, Adams & Co. New York. India paper only. Proof. Impressive building structure at upper left. Young girl at lower right. Intricate bank title at center with red "ONE" protector below. PMG notes "Small Hole" which is seen at upper left. The Eighth Avenue Bank began operations in 1853 but was quickly derailed the next year due to the Panic of 1854. A very scarce proof, particularly with the protector.
