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Province of Pennsylvania. January 1, 1756. Fifteen Shillings. Plate B. “Printed by B. FRANKLIN” Issue. PMG graded Very Fine-20.

Fr. PA-75.  Split repairs. This is an outstanding 1756 “Printed by B. Franklin” Fifteen Shillings Pennsylvania note. It is perhaps the finest example of this issue to be offered at auction, that was printed by Benjamin Farnklin on his famous Philadelphia printing press, since the Boyd collection was offered.  In that sale, held over two years ago, notes of this caliber were hammering in a range from $4,000 to $6,000 or so.  This note is nicely centered on both its face and back and has exceptional overall eye appeal for this, or any Benjamin Franklin printed issue.  The black printed text and designs are sharp and clear, the reverse Nature Leaf imprint is strong.  The legend, :Printed by B. Franklin” on the lower reverse is dark and distinct.  All three signatures are present, as well as the serial number.  This is an impressive note.  One that will likely prove impossible to locate any finer.

Ref: #86674

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