Fr. 223. 1891 $1 Silver Certificate. PMG Superb Gem Uncirculated 67 EPQ.

Fr. 223. 1891 $1 Silver Certificate. PMG Superb Gem Uncirculated 67 EPQ.，This wonderful Gem example displays impressive depth of all ink tones that is nicely showcased by the bright, fresh paper. Though not mentioned on the PMG holder, embossing of the Treasury Seal and serial numbers is visible on the back. Nicely centered with good margins and sharp corner points.<p><p>While this series continues the basic face design of the 1886 notes (with the addition of MARTHA WASHINGTON beneath her engraved portrait), it features a major redesign of the back eliminating the heavily ornate style in favor of a more open design. This was done to deter counterfeiting, as it was thought that the more open area would make imperfections easier to detect. <p><p>Though purchased "raw" from Stacks three decades ago before anyone ever dreamed of grading paper money by numbers, this note stands among the finest known examples and is another testament to the collectors keen eye for top quality specimens. Though tied with seven others at this grade, not a single piece has been graded finer. An exceptional note that is worthy of the finest collection.<p>，From the A.J. Vanderbilt Collection. Earlier from Bowers and Merenas sale of March 1987, lot 3843, via Stacks.，