SC-155. South Carolina. February 8, 1779. $60. PCGS Banknote Choice Extremely Fine 45. No. 88. Signed by John Scott, Plowden Weston, and Downes. Printed by Thomas Coram. The motto, "MUTUA DEFENSIO TUTISSIMA" translates as "mutual defense is safest." The reverse vignette is of a Lyre, Horns, and Flags. This highly popular 1779 series is a collector favorite as the back designs are some of the most stunning used on Colonial era notes. A small edge tear is noted by PCGS. A riveting issue from this southern original colony.
