1864 Confederate States of America Banknote – PMG About Uncirculated 55
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1864 Confederate States of America Banknote – PMG About Uncirculated 55
$145.00
1864 Confederate States of America Banknote – PMG About Uncirculated 55
A remarkable survivor from the most turbulent chapter in American history, this 1864 Confederate States of America banknote has been certified and graded About Uncirculated 55 by Paper Money Guaranty (PMG) — one of the world’s premier paper currency grading services. At this grade, the note retains exceptional originality with only the slightest signs of handling, making it a standout example of Civil War-era Confederate currency.
Note Details
- Issuer: Confederate States of America
- Year: 1864
- Grade: PMG About Uncirculated 55
- Grading Service: Paper Money Guaranty (PMG)
- Series: 1864 (Final series of Confederate currency)
- Condition: About Uncirculated — nearly full original crispness with minimal handling
About the Grade – PMG AU 55
PMG’s About Uncirculated 55 designation indicates a note with only slight evidence of handling — nearly full original paper crispness, sharp corners, and strong color. At this level, the note would appear almost new to the casual observer. AU 55 Confederate notes are significantly scarcer than circulated examples and represent the finest quality available for many collectors.
Historical Significance
The 1864 series represents the final issue of Confederate paper currency, printed in the closing months of the Civil War as the Confederacy faced military collapse and hyperinflation. By 1864, Confederate currency had lost most of its purchasing power due to rampant money printing and eroding public confidence in the Southern cause. Notes from this series were printed in massive quantities as the Confederate government desperately attempted to finance the war effort.
When the Confederacy fell in April 1865, these notes became worthless overnight — yet many survived as mementos, keepsakes, and souvenirs of the war. Today, high-grade survivors like this PMG 55 example are prized by collectors for their beauty, historical weight, and remarkable state of preservation across more than 160 years.
Design
Confederate currency of the 1864 series features intricate engraved vignettes, ornate borders, and portraits of Confederate leaders and allegorical figures — produced by Southern printing firms working under wartime conditions. Each note is a testament to the craftsmanship and desperation of a nation fighting for its survival.
A genuine artifact of the American Civil War — the 1864 Confederate States banknote in PMG AU 55 is a museum-quality piece of living history, ideal for the advanced collector or Civil War enthusiast.
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