MA-173. Massachusetts . Aug. 18, 1775. 40 Shillings. PCGS Banknote Choice Extremely Fine 45.

No. 2064. Printed on plates engraved and provided by Paul Revere, this note stands among the major rarities produced during the Colonial-era. Rare in any condition and featuring a male figure clad in Colonial-era attire and brandishing a sword, the so-called "Sword in Hand" notes demonstrate the defiance and growing discontent towards the English Crown in the events that preceded American independence. A superior example to most, this note has only experienced light circulation and retains strong color and excellent details. The penned signatures remain bold and discernable, a stain is nonetheless evident on the reverse, but fails to detract from the overall historical significance of this scarce item. With the strength of the market for Colonial-era notes, we expect this note to realize a premium figure and the bidding to be fierce once it crosses the auction block. PCGS Banknote comments "Stain."

Estimate: $4000.00- $6000.00