5 cents 1862 — United States ( Pick: 97 )
Region:
North America
Front side
Back side
Banknote description
This banknote is a 5-cent issued in the United States in 1862. It is printed in brown and black.
It is cataloged under Pick number 97. The denomination, year, and color classify it within documented banknotes.
It is cataloged under Pick number 97. The denomination, year, and color classify it within documented banknotes.
Specifications
- Signed by
- Register of the Treasury, Treasurer of the United States
- Date of issue
- March 10, 1862
- Printing office
- American Bank Note Company
- Colour
- Brown and black
- Dimensions
- 184 x 80 mm
- Pick catalog
- 97
About this banknote
The "Postage Currency" banknote was issued by the United States Treasury in 1862. This series was introduced as a solution to the coin shortages during the American Civil War. Following the Act of July 17, 1862, these notes were created to facilitate everyday transactions when coins were scarce.
The front side features the portrait of Thomas Jefferson, flanked by ornate patterns and the denomination "5" prominently displayed. Inscriptions indicate its redeemability for postage stamps. The reverse side is designed with intricate border patterns and also prominently displays the denomination "5." This note is classified under Pick number 97.
