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Lot - 44
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BANK OF THE UNITED STATES $1000 BANK BOND
The image shows a reproduction of a \$1,000 banknote issued by the Bank of the United States, dated December 15, 1840. - Authenticity: The serial number 8894 is a known indicator of a common reproduction or souvenir item, rather than an authentic, valuable historical document.
- Original Purpose: The original notes were "post notes" that promised to pay the sum seventeen months after the date of issue.
- Historical Context: The note was issued by the Bank of the United States operating under a Pennsylvania state charter after its federal charter lapsed.
- Original Value: An authentic note with a different serial number (e.g., 8893) was valued at nearly \$2,000 in a 2021 auction, highlighting the significant difference in value between genuine and reproduction items.
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