Steve C. writes:Â I have a dollar silver certificate with Martha and George Washington with a series date of 1896 in average condition. What is the value of this certificate? Thanks
This note is part of the beautiful but short lived “Educational” series that only lasted from 1896-98. The face shows “History instructing Youth”, actually a reclining female figure with her arm around a small boy pointing to the Capitol and the Washington Monument. A picture of the Constitution is at right with the names of famous Americans on the top and side borders. The back shows Martha Washington to the left, George Washington to the right and a large number “1” in the center.
Legend says people objected to the design because no one (“1” ) should stand between George and Martha Washington. (Boo) Scarce and in demand even in average circulated condition. $100+ even for average (no tears) notes, much higher for VF and above grades.
