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National Bank Notes > Illinois

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Paris, First NB, 1555
Fr. 418 $10 1875
Grade: Ch. AU    

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Paris was one of those banks that chose to save their own notes and records indicate 31 $10 known, all are UNC or very nearly so. Like most 1875 $10s the centering is not always perfect and few are Gems to me. This note is fresh and attractive, and it has never been on the census. This is a quality type note and the last similar note realized $8,225 last year. From the Illinois Type Set. Paris seems to have gotten its name from a large oak tree in the center of town with Paris carved into it. It was first established in 1826 and incorporated in 1849. It is the headquarters of the Merkle Broom Company, reputed to be the most prolific broom manufacturer in the world in the early 20th century.

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