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Lot #280
Howard Banking Company

Sought-after 1858 'Santa note' from Boston's Howard Banking Co.

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Sought-after 1858 'Santa note' from Boston's Howard Banking Co.

Extremely rare five-dollar bank note from The Howard Banking Company of Boston, Massachusetts, 6.75 x 2.75, issued on August 23, 1858, which features a vignette of Santa Claus and his sleigh of eight reindeer preparing to ascend from a snow-covered rooftop. Signed below by Charles Ellis and George E. Hersey. In fine condition, with moderate overall soiling.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autographs and Artifacts
  • Dates: #519 - Ended January 10, 2018