New York, New York. The East River Bank. 1850s-60s. $10. PMG Gem Uncirculated 66 EPQ. Proof. (NY-1570 G18b). Four POCs. Printed on India paper only. Proof. Imprint of Bald, Cousland & Co. Philadelphia & New York. Orange lace tint. Vignette of a blacksmith shoeing a horse. Bulldog vignette. The East River bank began operations in 1852 and ultimately was succeeded by the East River National Bank of the City of New York in 1865. This piece is of the highest quality and is very desirable.