Eric P. Newman Collection, Part X

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Eric P. Newman Collection Part X, sold by Heritage Auctions, November 2018.

Collection Details

Total items: 871
Size: unknown

Works (871)

791. Lot 20042

Description:: Continental Currency February 17, 1776 $1/6 Fr. CC-19. PCGS About New 53PPQ. The Fugio fractional notes are quintessential Continental Congress currency and essential to any American numismatic cabinet. The bold printing and bright face of this 53PPQ example stand out at first glance. Margins are present on all sides, with the bottom being generous on the face, and wide on all four sides of the back. Franklin-designed motifs grace both sides of the February 17, 1776, small-denomination notes. The Fugio design, with the sundial image and MIND YOUR BUSINESS motto used on the Continental Dollar coins, and later the 1787 Fugio coppers, appears on the face. The backs correspond to the coin designs with WE ARE ONE in the center, AMERICAN CONGRESS encircling, and a glory of rays around. Linked chains bearing the names of the original thirteen colonies surround the inner elements. The Fugio notes should be considered Fractional Continental Dollars. The smaller vertical format with this design has an excellent layout. The $1/6 is the lowest denomination of four, printed on double-pane sheets of twelve, using three letter positions per denomination. This is a sharp-looking plate A note with bold printing and a nicely accomplished signature by Redman. An extremely popular note in delightful condition. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20042, realized $2640.

792. Lot 20041

Description:: Continental Currency November 29, 1775 $3 Fr. CC-13. PCGS Very Choice New 64PPQ. A beautiful example with the Hall & Sellers imprint on the nature-print back. Nearly a full Gem, and rare in this condition. The second resolution of Continental Currency authorized eight denominations, $1 through $8, which differ from the May 10, 1775, series by having the denomination engraved under the emblem rather than after the obligation text. On this denomination, the circular emblem seen at the right shows an eagle and heron (Franklin calls it a crane) fighting, along with the motto EXITUS IN DUBIO EST (The outcome is in doubt). Franklin's account in the Gazette admonishes the eagle, representing Great Britain, "not to presume on its superior strength, since a weaker bird may wound it mortally." As noted in the 5th edition of EPMOA, the "emblems and mottoes for $1 through $7 and the face $30 denominations were taken from the 1702 Mainz edition of Symbolorum ac Emblematum by Joachim Camerarius, which book was in Franklin's library." (Eric's rare four-part reference, an earlier Frankfurt edition, is being offered in the Newman XI Library sale.) The highly detailed nature-print back, showing skeletonized elm and maple fruit, is perpendicular to the face. Superior, even margins all around the perimeter complement its near perfect face-to-back registration. Better than the Choice New 63PPQ we sold in Newman VIII on November 1, 2017, for $1,920. Exceeding that amount is logical, and this is a perfect fit for any collection. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20041, realized $3120.

793. Lot 20042

Description:: Continental Currency February 17, 1776 $1/6 Fr. CC-19. PCGS About New 53PPQ. The Fugio fractional notes are quintessential Continental Congress currency and essential to any American numismatic cabinet. The bold printing and bright face of this 53PPQ example stand out at first glance. Margins are present on all sides, with the bottom being generous on the face, and wide on all four sides of the back. Franklin-designed motifs grace both sides of the February 17, 1776, small-denomination notes. The Fugio design, with the sundial image and MIND YOUR BUSINESS motto used on the Continental Dollar coins, and later the 1787 Fugio coppers, appears on the face. The backs correspond to the coin designs with WE ARE ONE in the center, AMERICAN CONGRESS encircling, and a glory of rays around. Linked chains bearing the names of the original thirteen colonies surround the inner elements. The Fugio notes should be considered Fractional Continental Dollars. The smaller vertical format with this design has an excellent layout. The $1/6 is the lowest denomination of four, printed on double-pane sheets of twelve, using three letter positions per denomination. This is a sharp-looking plate A note with bold printing and a nicely accomplished signature by Redman. An extremely popular note in delightful condition. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20042, realized $2640.

794. Lot 20041

Description:: Continental Currency November 29, 1775 $3 Fr. CC-13. PCGS Very Choice New 64PPQ. A beautiful example with the Hall & Sellers imprint on the nature-print back. Nearly a full Gem, and rare in this condition. The second resolution of Continental Currency authorized eight denominations, $1 through $8, which differ from the May 10, 1775, series by having the denomination engraved under the emblem rather than after the obligation text. On this denomination, the circular emblem seen at the right shows an eagle and heron (Franklin calls it a crane) fighting, along with the motto EXITUS IN DUBIO EST (The outcome is in doubt). Franklin's account in the Gazette admonishes the eagle, representing Great Britain, "not to presume on its superior strength, since a weaker bird may wound it mortally." As noted in the 5th edition of EPMOA, the "emblems and mottoes for $1 through $7 and the face $30 denominations were taken from the 1702 Mainz edition of Symbolorum ac Emblematum by Joachim Camerarius, which book was in Franklin's library." (Eric's rare four-part reference, an earlier Frankfurt edition, is being offered in the Newman XI Library sale.) The highly detailed nature-print back, showing skeletonized elm and maple fruit, is perpendicular to the face. Superior, even margins all around the perimeter complement its near perfect face-to-back registration. Better than the Choice New 63PPQ we sold in Newman VIII on November 1, 2017, for $1,920. Exceeding that amount is logical, and this is a perfect fit for any collection. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20041, realized $3120.

795. Lot 20040

Description:: Continental Currency November 29, 1775 $1 Fr. CC-11. PCGS Choice New 63. Though this is not the highest certified example observed today, it is in tremendous condition and rarely seen in this superior state of preservation. Like all Continentals, printed by Hall and Sellers. This is one of the very scarce low denominations from the early resolutions, and it is worth a premium in this condition. These early $1 bills saw hard use in making change, so strictly Uncirculated notes like this are rare. This is well printed and has broad margins on three sides. The emblem on the face shows a weighted bowl on an acanthus plant with the encircling motto DEPRESSA RESURGIT (Though crushed it recovers). One of the key high-grade notes needed for top-condition Continental sets. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20040, realized $2400.

796. Lot 20039

Description:: Virginia July 17, 1775 2 Shillings 6 Pence Small Ordinance Fr. VA-72a. PCGS About New 50. This issued 2 shillings & 6 pence, or half a crown, note from the small ordinance would make a perfect companion to the "test" note previous. Well printed and sharply detailed. This plate variant has the spelling SIXPENCE in the second line of the obligation (as opposed to "Six Pence"). Signed by King. Blue fibers attest to the originality of this attractive example. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20039, realized $1440.

797. Lot 20040

Description:: Continental Currency November 29, 1775 $1 Fr. CC-11. PCGS Choice New 63. Though this is not the highest certified example observed today, it is in tremendous condition and rarely seen in this superior state of preservation. Like all Continentals, printed by Hall and Sellers. This is one of the very scarce low denominations from the early resolutions, and it is worth a premium in this condition. These early $1 bills saw hard use in making change, so strictly Uncirculated notes like this are rare. This is well printed and has broad margins on three sides. The emblem on the face shows a weighted bowl on an acanthus plant with the encircling motto DEPRESSA RESURGIT (Though crushed it recovers). One of the key high-grade notes needed for top-condition Continental sets. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20040, realized $2400.

798. Lot 20039

Description:: Virginia July 17, 1775 2 Shillings 6 Pence Small Ordinance Fr. VA-72a. PCGS About New 50. This issued 2 shillings & 6 pence, or half a crown, note from the small ordinance would make a perfect companion to the "test" note previous. Well printed and sharply detailed. This plate variant has the spelling SIXPENCE in the second line of the obligation (as opposed to "Six Pence"). Signed by King. Blue fibers attest to the originality of this attractive example. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20039, realized $1440.

799. Lot 20038

Description:: Virginia July 17, 1775 2 Shillings 6 Pence Small Ordinance "Test" or Essay Proof Fr. VA-72a. PCGS Choice New 63PPQ. To our knowledge, there is only one other "Test" or Essay impression like this from the Virginia series, and it was from the Newman Collection (cf. Newman Part VIII: lot 28160). Proofs and essays are more frequently encountered in the Obsolete and Federal currency series than in the Colonial. All known Colonial note proof and essay types might be counted on the fingers of two hands. Like its companion cited, this is an intriguing proof printed on the blue fiber paper used for issued notes. The border cuts are complete on all sides. There is no obligation or text. However, this is a "test" (as Eric refers to it on page 444 of his book) proof, or it is perhaps appropriately classified an essay for an unadopted design. The Virginia Colony coat of arms is at the upper left vs. the upper right on the issued notes. Like the Pistareen essay, the right and left border cuts are also in reversed orientation compared to those on the issued notes. This very distinctive and fascinating piece is the Newman plate note illustrated on page 444 of the fifth edition of The Early Paper Money of America (EPMOA). Basically as made, and a superb example of immense interest. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20038, realized $2880.

800. Lot 20038

Description:: Virginia July 17, 1775 2 Shillings 6 Pence Small Ordinance "Test" or Essay Proof Fr. VA-72a. PCGS Choice New 63PPQ. To our knowledge, there is only one other "Test" or Essay impression like this from the Virginia series, and it was from the Newman Collection (cf. Newman Part VIII: lot 28160). Proofs and essays are more frequently encountered in the Obsolete and Federal currency series than in the Colonial. All known Colonial note proof and essay types might be counted on the fingers of two hands. Like its companion cited, this is an intriguing proof printed on the blue fiber paper used for issued notes. The border cuts are complete on all sides. There is no obligation or text. However, this is a "test" (as Eric refers to it on page 444 of his book) proof, or it is perhaps appropriately classified an essay for an unadopted design. The Virginia Colony coat of arms is at the upper left vs. the upper right on the issued notes. Like the Pistareen essay, the right and left border cuts are also in reversed orientation compared to those on the issued notes. This very distinctive and fascinating piece is the Newman plate note illustrated on page 444 of the fifth edition of The Early Paper Money of America (EPMOA). Basically as made, and a superb example of immense interest. Ex: Eric P. Newman Numismatic Education Society. From Newman X (Heritage Auctions, November 2018), lot 20038, realized $2880.