T-4. Confederate Currency. 1861 $50. PMG Very Fine 30. No. 929, Plate A. Interestingly, this note was endorsed by the same signer who endorsed the T-2 we are offering this sale. This example was "Issued June 30, 1861 Mark Jackson Capt" (some of the words after "Capt" are illegible). The green border and security prints are bold while the dual "50" die counters pop in dark black ink. The federal blue serial numbers remain particularly bold. The number of times "50" can be counted on the design is staggering, comprising the border design, die counters, protectors and security printing. Seen at center is a vignette of slaves hoeing in a cotton field (this design was used before on Southern obsolete notes, and later on the T-41 $100). National Bank Note Company (New York) produced 1,606 of these notes, with about 150+ known to exist today. The hand signed actual signatures of Register Clitherall and Treasurer Elmore remain legible and are neatly penned. Good appeal for the assigned grade, and this would make an excellent addition to one looking to start a Confederate paper collection, or would pair nicely with the T-2 and T-3 we are offering this sale.
