 State of Maryland. May 10, 1781. One Shilling. Unnumbered. Signed by Callahan and Harwood. Printed by F.[rederick] Green in red and black on thick laid paper. The face with ornate pattern frame enclosing the black printed obligation text. The back with red printed Maryland Arms enclosed within the black printed frame with denominations, imprint and counterfeit warning. The issue to be backed from confiscated Tory property. A rare series in any grade, this Red Money note is a Ford-Boyd specimen of amazing proportions for the Maryland or any Colonial collector of distinction.
Choice About Uncirculated. What appear to be three folds in the center are actually a ''bend'' and some natural ripples. There is a moderately long corner fold at the upper left. However, ''Extremely Fine'' is unfair when weighed against the incredible color and rich, natural originality of this wonder note. Some light trimming in is a diagnostic to the series. Hard to imagine many upgrades exist for this note.
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