1872 State of South Carolina Revenue Bond Scrip Fifty Dollars Obsolete Currency VF

Offered is an original 1872 State of South Carolina Revenue Bond Scrip Fifty Dollars obsolete currency note. This historic Reconstruction Era issue was printed by the American Bank Note Company of New York and features a central portrait of George Washington with detailed agricultural vignettes and intricate green and black engraving. The reverse displays ornate green engraving with text referencing the Act of March 2 1872 concerning the Blue Ridge Railroad Company making this an important piece of South Carolina financial history. The note exhibits attractive eye appeal with bold ink strong signatures and well preserved design details. It has circulated and displays folds handling wear and light age toning consistent with an estimated Very Fine grade.