 NEW YORK. Joseph Sturges, 'I Promise to pay the bearer Two Cents, at Union Bridge for the accommodation of Change'. Lansingburg. Oct. 4, 1814. Typeset, ornate border with wide left indent. Signed by Sturges as 'Toll-Collector'. Durand Rarity Rating ''B''. Harris H35; Rarity 7. The bridge was 800 feet long by 30 feet wide. Very Fine, a hole starting to form; W. & H. Stockwell, per the Village of Troy. 'We promise to Pay Two Cents in current bank bills' at our store [written]. Troy. November 1, 1814. Typeset. Imprint of 'F. Adancourt, Congress street, Troy.' Unlisted Issuer in Harris. Exceptional grade and rarity. Deeply embossed and nearly Extremely Fine for a scrip note of this era. A pinhole at the lower right wide margin. 2 pieces.
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