 Mechanics Bank. $20.00. A. Pittsburgh, PA. 1850's. India paper Proof by Draper, Welsh & Co. Phila. Red protector 'TWENTY'' along the bottom center. Blacksmith left with arms crossed. A '20' counter under the curved title. At the upper right allegory with Liberty, Mercury and seated female Mechanic. Haxby PA-540 G10 SENC. Great style by Jocelyn and a rare series. Three wide margins. A small India paper hole concealed in the vignette. The look of a Choice proof at first glance.
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