US Notes

Series 1890

The Series 1890 $1 Treasury Note: Edwin Stanton, the ‘Tombstone Note,’ and the Smallest Coin Note Denomination

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The Series 1890 $1 Treasury Note stands as one of the most visually striking and historically significant small-denomination notes ever issued by the United States Treasury, featuring Secretary of War Edwin M. Stanton on its face and an ornate back design so elaborate it earned the nickname ‘Tombstone Note.’ For collectors, this Civil War-era statesman note represents a genuine crossroads of history, artistry, and numismatic rarity.

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The Series 1890 $50 Treasury Note: William Seward’s Portrait and One of the Most Ornate Back Designs in US Currency History

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The Series 1890 $50 Treasury Note stands among the most visually spectacular pieces of American paper money ever produced, combining a dignified portrait of statesman William H. Seward with an incredibly dense, engraved back design that earned these notes a lasting nickname among collectors. Whether you are new to large-size currency or a seasoned specialist, understanding what makes this note remarkable can transform how you approach 19th-century American paper money.

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The Series 1890 $20 Treasury Note: The Jewel Back Design and Why Only a Few Hundred Are Known to Survive

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The Series 1890 $20 Treasury Note is one of the most visually spectacular and genuinely scarce large-size notes ever issued by the United States government. In this deep-dive, collectors will learn exactly what makes the Jewel Back design so extraordinary, how many survive today, and what to realistically expect when hunting one for your collection.

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The Series 1890 $2 Treasury Note McPherson Back: A Forgotten Denomination Collectors Rarely Discuss

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The Series 1890 $2 Treasury Note with its ornate ‘McPherson Back’ design stands as one of the most visually stunning yet persistently overlooked issues in large-size American currency. This guide explores its history, signature varieties, rarity grades, and what collectors at every level should know before pursuing one.

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