1779 jan 14 $50

 

SKU: 8072131032

 

Add a cornerstone piece of early American monetary history to your collection with this 1779 January 14 $50 Continental Currency note, cataloged as FR# CC-97 and professionally graded PMG VF 25. Issued during the Revolutionary War era, Continental Currency represents one of the most iconic and historically significant forms of Colonial-era paper money, tied directly to the financing of America’s fight for independence.

"Key Details"

• Denomination: $50
• Issuer/Type: Continental Currency (Colonial Notes)
• Date: January 14, 1779
• Catalog Reference: FR# CC-97
• Country/Region: United States (Colonial / Revolutionary period)
• Certification: PMG (Paper Money Guaranty)
• Grade: VF 25 (Very Fine)
• Item/Inventory Reference: 33596

"Historical Significance"

Continental Currency notes were authorized by the Continental Congress as a wartime solution to fund military operations and essential supplies. The January 14, 1779 emission forms part of the later Continental issues, produced during a period of intense economic strain and rapid monetary experimentation. Surviving examples are tangible artifacts of the Revolutionary era—highly collectible for their direct association with the birth of the United States and the complex financial realities of independence.

"Condition and Collectability"

Graded PMG VF 25, this note presents with the honest circulation wear expected of a piece that has endured nearly two and a half centuries, while retaining strong collectible character. A Very Fine example typically displays solid eye appeal for the grade, clear printed design elements, and overall integrity that makes it an excellent choice for both dedicated Colonial currency specialists and collectors seeking a standout type note from the Revolutionary period.

"Why This Note Belongs in Your Collection"

• A scarce, high-impact $50 denomination from the Continental Currency series
• Certified by PMG for authenticity and grade assurance
• Highly sought-after Revolutionary War-era issue with enduring historical resonance
• Ideal for collectors building a Colonial Notes set, a Continental Currency type set, or an early U.S. financial history showcase

This 1779 $50 Continental Currency FR# CC-97 note offers an exceptional opportunity to own a certified piece of America’s founding-era economy—an impressive, conversation-worthy addition to any serious currency collection.

 

Denomination	$50
Grading Service	PMG
Grade	VF25
Designation	N/A
Year
Population
Signatures
Note Series	January 14, 1779