$2 Educational Proof - 1 of 4 Known

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Large Size Type Notes > Silver Certificates

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Fr. 247 $2 1896 Essay Face Proof
Grade: PCGS Ch. New 63    

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Spectacular essay face proof of the iconic $2 Educational design. This proof is essentially the issued design, lacking the plate, crisply impressed into India paper and mounted on card stock . The blank back shows remnants of adhesive from prior mounting that absolutely affects nothing on this screaming proof. Razor-sharp impression of the allegorical image of Science Presenting Steam and Electricity to Commerce and Manufacture, in keeping with the 'educational' theme. Research shows more than 10 examples of the $5 Educational face proofs, with no more than four of the $2 denomination, of which this is likely tied for the finest known. One piece approached the $20,000 threshold a few years back.

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