Blue Seal Dollar Appraisal

Series 1957 Blue Seal One Dollar Silver Certificates

This set consists of four United States One Dollar Silver Certificates, specifically the Series 1957, 1957A, and 1957B small-size notes. These notes are distinguished by their prominent blue treasury seals and blue serial numbers (e.g., W91799802A, S29960765A, S24320488B, and L62038563A). The obverse features the iconic central portrait of George Washington, flanked by historical engraved scrollwork and the '1' denomination in each corner. These certificates were originally exchangeable for silver bullion or silver dollars at the U.S. Treasury. The physical condition across the four banknotes varies significantly: the top note appears in About Uncirculated or choice condition with sharp corners and bright paper, while the lower three notes exhibit heavy circulation wear including multiple vertical and horizontal folds, rounding of the corners, significant surface soiling, and localized staining (notably a reddish stain on the bottom note). The paper is standard linen-cotton currency stock of the mid-20th century. Notable signatures from the era include Treasury officials Ivy Baker Priest or Elizabeth Rudel Smith alongside Robert B. Anderson or C. Douglas Dillon. These notes represent the final era of the Silver Certificate before their redemption period ended in 1968.