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Up for sale is a highly collectible and historically significant 1862 $2 obsolete banknote issued by The Mississippi Central Rail Road Company out of Holly Springs, Mississippi.This authentic piece of Civil War history has been professionally certified, graded, and encapsulated by Paper Money Guaranty (PMG) as 15 Choice Fine.History: Issued during the height of the American Civil War (dated January 1, 1862), this private "scrip" currency was created to alleviate severe wartime coin shortages. Holly Springs served as a critical railroad hub and supply depot during the conflict.
Design Features: The note features an exceptionally detailed central vignette of an early steam locomotive pulling passenger cars. The left side showcases an elegant allegorical female figure. It bears the clear promises to pay the bearer, hand-inked serial numbers, and signatures from railroad officials.Condition: Professionally graded PMG 15 Choice Fine. The encapsulation ensures the note remains perfectly preserved and safe from environmental damage while confirming its 100% authenticity.A fantastic addition to any collection focusing on Obsolete Currency, Civil War Artifacts, Railroadiana, or Southern / Mississippi History.
