This 1929 $50 National Bank Note comes from the Citizens National Bank of South Bend, Indiana, a historically significant institution operating under Charter #4473. This example carries serial B000973A and is graded PMG 35 Choice Very Fine, offering strong originality and excellent eye appeal for the type. South Bend is one of Indiana’s most historically important commercial centers, and notes from its national banks have long been collected for their regional significance. High‑denomination $50 notes are far scarcer than $5s, $10s, or $20s, and they seldom appear in attractive grades. The note shows bright, even circulation, well‑balanced margins, and the bold ink quality expected from a premium mid‑grade Type 1. The paper remains clean and fully original, with no distracting issues. For a $50 denomination — a type that saw heavy commercial use — this grade is especially desirable. |