US Notes

Series 1886

The Series 1886 $1 Silver Certificate Martha Washington: The Only Woman Ever Portrayed on a Small-Denomination US Note

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The Series 1886 $1 Silver Certificate stands alone in American currency history as the only small-denomination note to feature a woman’s portrait, showcasing Martha Washington in stunning engraved detail. Understanding its varieties, signature combinations, and grading challenges is essential knowledge for any serious collector of Nineteenth Century paper money.

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The Series 1886 $10 Silver Certificate: Tombstone Predecessor Designs and the Tiffany Back Varieties

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The Series 1886 $10 Silver Certificate stands among the most visually dramatic large-size notes ever produced by the U.S. Bureau of Engraving and Printing, featuring the iconic ‘Tombstone’ reverse and a suite of rare signature combinations that challenge even advanced collectors. This deep dive covers every major variety, known populations, and what separates a mediocre example from a condition-census specimen.

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The Series 1886 $5 Silver Certificate Morgan Dollar Back: The Most Collectible Five-Dollar Large-Size Note

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The Series 1886 $5 Silver Certificate with its iconic Morgan dollar reverse is one of the most visually stunning and historically significant large-size notes ever produced by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. From its multiple signature varieties to its complex grading challenges, this guide covers everything a collector needs to know before pursuing this legendary five-dollar note.

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Silver Certificates Series 1886 and 1891: A Collector’s Deep Dive into Large-Size Portrait Notes and Their Varieties

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The Silver Certificates of 1886 and 1891 represent some of the most visually striking and historically significant large-size notes ever issued by the United States Treasury. From the iconic ‘Tombstone’ $1 to the rare Martha Washington $1, this guide covers every major variety, signature combination, and collecting strategy you need to navigate these fascinating 19th-century beauties.

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