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The two notes shown are different issues of U.S. $5 small-size currency featuring Abraham Lincoln.
Top Note
Series: 1934 $5 Silver Certificate
Type: Silver Certificate (Blue Seal)Series: 1934Friedberg (FR#): Fr. 1653Signature Combination: Julian – MorgenthauSeal Color: BlueSerial Number: A48496465AFederal Reserve District: Not applicable (Silver Certificates were issued by the U.S. Treasury rather than Federal Reserve Banks.)Back Design: Lincoln MemorialFace Value: Five DollarsObligation: \"This certifies that there is on deposit in the Treasury of the United States of America Five Dollars in Silver payable to the bearer on demand.\"
Condition (from the photos):
Heavy circulation with extensive folds and creasesRounded cornersEdge wear with a noticeable top-center edge tear/notchPaper soiling and discolorationNo obvious repairs visible in the imagesBottom Note
Series: 1953-C $5 United States Note
Type: United States Note (Red Seal / Legal Tender Note)Series: 1953-CFriedberg (FR#): Fr. 1539Signature Combination: Priest – DillonSeal Color: RedSerial Number: C59953938AFace Value: Five DollarsBack Design: Lincoln MemorialObligation: \"This note is legal tender at its face value for all debts public and private.\"
Well circulatedNumerous folds and creasesModerate staining and discolorationRounded corners with edge wearNo major missing pieces visible
