 Mechanics Bank. $5.00. G. New Haven, CT. 1830's. India paper Proof on card by Draper, Underwood, Bald & Spencer/ N. & S.S. Jocelyn. N.York & N.Haven. A simple design, numerical '5' flanked by Agriculture and Mechanic; far right panel with Hope. Haxby CT-280 G48. Sliver cutout cancels in the signature. Bright and vivid. A tiny foxing spot at the upper right edge. Choice; Same Issuer, payable at the Phenix Bank in the City of New York. $1.00. D. New Haven, CT. late 1820's. India paper Proof by N. & S.S. Jocelyn. New Haven. Additional imprint of '[from] Dies by Rawdon, Clark & Co. Alby.' at the left end. Seated female pours jug, holds 'Mechanics' arm and hammer; left panel with seal. Haxby CT-280 G100. Sliver cutout cancels in the signature. Slight corner ''ripples'', otherwise with the look of Choice. 2 pieces.
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