United States Five Dollar Silver Certificate (1934 Series)

This item is a United States Five Dollar Silver Certificate, specifically from the 1934 series, as indicated by the presence of a blue treasury seal and blue serial numbers. The obverse features a prominent central portrait of Abraham Lincoln. The note's dominant color scheme is green and black, typical of U.S. currency of this era. Key identifying marks include the serial number F66116642 A, which appears in two locations on the front (lower left and upper right), and the large '5' in each corner. The text 'THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA' is proudly displayed across the top, while 'FIVE DOLLARS' is printed at the bottom center. Below 'FIVE DOLLARS' is the important phrase 'IN SILVER PAYABLE TO THE BEARER ON DEMAND,' which signifies its nature as a silver certificate. The blue treasury seal is located to the right of Lincoln's portrait, and the signatures of the Secretary of the Treasury and the Treasurer of the United States are visible below the seal and to the left of the portrait, respectively. The note exhibits signs of circulation, including visible folds and creases, particularly a strong vertical fold through Lincoln's portrait and several horizontal folds. The paper itself appears somewhat softened and shows some dirt or discoloration from handling, indicating moderate to heavy wear. There are no obvious tears or major repairs, but the overall crispness and color vibrancy have diminished. This note represents a specific period in U.S. monetary history when currency was redeemable for silver.