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Lot #79
Paul Revere: Massachusetts Bay Currency (3 Pence, 1778)

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Description

Encapsulated and graded by PMG Very Fine 25 NET (repaired). Issued on October 16, 1778, and known as 'Codfish' notes, these were made to replace lower denomination notes emitted before October 18, 1776. The copper face plate for the twelve lowest denominations, which features a codfish in the border design, was redated by Paul Revere and reused. The Pine Tree cast cuts on the back of the issue were also reused. Revere apparently printed only the engraved faces and Thomas Fleet printed the backs.

Auction Info

  • Auction Title: Fine Autograph and Artifacts Featuring Revolutionary War
  • Dates: #670 - Ended July 12, 2023