![Continental Congress. May 10, 1775. $20. No.3571. Signed by Mor.[decai] Lewis and Luke Morris. Printed...](http://www.stacksarchive.com/gallery/SL0505b/47/SL0505b4777t2.jpg "Continental Congress. May 10, 1775. $20. No.3571. Signed by Mor.[decai] Lewis and Luke Morris. Printed...") Continental Congress. May 10, 1775. $20. No.3571. Signed by Mor.[decai] Lewis and Luke Morris. Printed on Marble Edged Paper, obtained by Benjamin Franklin for use by the Continental Congress. Well vignetted with a face creating a strong wind across the waves, legend VI CONCINATE (Driven by force). The back has a thematic rendition also with a blazing sun over ships on a calm sea, legend CESSANTE VENTO CONQUIESCEMUS (When the storm dies down we will rest). Imprint on the back, 'Printed by Hall and Sellers, in Philadelphia. 1775'. A second Marble Edged note, but a different signature combination. A very choice example with a bold and wide multi-color marble edge at the left end.
As we stated above and in our John Ford Part VIII Collection Sale catalogue, one of the classic notes in all of American Currency design and history. With the direct links to Benjamin Franklin, one of our greatest American (if not world figures) historical figures, graceful execution of design and craftsmanship combine to make this truly a special type note. This Marble Edged type also has tremendous condition in its corner. Perhaps, not on par with the above note, but certainly quite close.
About Extremely Fine. A vertical crease, seen mostly from the back. Bright paper and vivid depth of field contrast. The left end color is sharp, but not the ''knockout'' peacock swirl of the above note. However, the centering on both sides is exceptional for the issue with the face to back registration nearly perfect for the type. There is a very short bottom edge split and two back end blue paper dismounting remnants. Another great opportunity to obtain one of highest grade Marble Edged notes available. The highest bidder receives the honor of owning this treasure. Often we see items of such caliber in a museum and dream of owning it. In this case, the dream can come true for the resolute and visionary. Mere money does not replace this note readily after the fall of the hammer.
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