US Notes

The Last Confederate Treasury Secretary and the Collapse of Southern Currency in April 1865

In the final weeks of the Confederacy, Treasury Secretary George Trenholm and his successor John H. Reagan presided over a currency system in freefall, printing notes that would be worthless within days. Understanding this collapse is essential for collectors navigating the dense, often confusing world of late Confederate paper money.

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Confederate Currency: Why It Failed and What Collectors Look for Today

The Confederate States of America printed over $1.7 billion in paper currency between 1861 and 1865, creating one of history’s most dramatic monetary collapses. This guide explores the economic forces that doomed Confederate notes and explains exactly what serious collectors look for when building a meaningful collection today.

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