Ok, ok, ok...I committed the cardinal sin. I didn't read the book before buying the note. I dabble in scripophily only if I find something interesting; I am first and foremost a coin collector. But I'm a Revolutionary War buff, too, so I bought this PCGS slabbed Continental $6 note. It is graded at VF 25, was printed in Philadelphia, and carries the Nov. 2, 1776 print date. Please tell me your thoughts and what you think I should have paid for it:
the nice thing I have found about collecting is that it is an individual interest. what one person may like, another may not. If you are happy with your endeavors, then so be it. Why care if anyone thinks you made a good or bad decision. If you like it, that is all that matters. This is what I have learned here on this forum.
Mac, I have no idea of what it's worth or a value. Having said that, let me state that I'm sure what you paid was worth the price. This bill is 240 years old! It shows wear but it's professionally graded. The problems are noted on the holder. The amount printed will be low given the time frame and the usage would be high because of the lack of paper money and circulation needs. This is a fabulous piece of history! Even less have survived. It's not "The United States of America" it's "The United Colonies". One day I will find a nice piece of history like this note. Treasure it! This bill was in circulation when our country was being founded and fought for.
It's hard for me to determine a value because the notes I find like yours that have been sold are in much better condition. If I had to guess, I would say between $100 and $150. It's great that it has been authenticated by a TPG.
Cool piece! I wouldn't worry too much about overpaying for something like this. Down the road you'll just be glad you have it.
I agree with the class. I have zero knowledge of a dollar value for your note, but as a piece of your country's history it's worth a lot. And as Collecting Nut wrote it was printed during the formation of our country.
