 Bank of Momence. $5.00. A. Momence, IL. Dec. 1, 1860. India paper Proof by American Bank Note Company. Full red color frame and left end panel, red counter surrounds and outlined protector bottom center. Vignette of Science, top center between two '5' counters; left end color panel with Illinois Die sideways. Haxby IL-530 G8a. Known in remainder form and proof, this is a rare bank and seldom offered. American Bank Note Co. imprint color proofs are very artistic and not easy to obtain. There are two areas of short tearing that have been sealed at the top with great care. The paper integrity thus enhanced allows the bold color frame and left panel to dominate this gorgeous design. With those caveats in mind, the look of Choice.
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