Confederate Bond Appraisal

Confederate States of America $30 Bond Coupon, 5th Series

This item is a historical financial instrument, specifically a $30 bond coupon from the Confederate States of America. It is printed on what appears to be light-colored, possibly off-white or yellowish paper, suggesting aging and the original paper stock commonly used for such documents during the American Civil War. The dimensions of the coupon are small, consistent with a detachable coupon from a larger bond certificate. The text is printed in black ink, featuring a combination of block letters, ornate script, and decorative borders. Key identifying information includes 'The Confederates States of America', 'THIRTY DOLLARS' prominently displayed, along with the purpose 'for Six Months' Interest due' and a reference to the bond 'on Bond No. $1000'. The coupon is also marked as '5th SERIES'. Given its age, visible condition issues include potential discoloration, slight foxing or staining which is typical for paper items from the 1860s. The edges appear relatively neat, implying it was likely carefully detached from its parent bond. No specific maker's marks or signatures are clearly discernible from the image, common for mass-produced bond coupons which were often generic in their production details beyond the issuing authority. The item is currently enclosed within a clear plastic protective sleeve, typical for preserving historical paper currency or documents, which helps prevent further degradation but also introduces some glare when photographed. The craftsmanship, while functional for a financial document, includes some decorative elements indicative of the period's engraving and printing styles for secure financial instruments.