Description
A Unique Window into United States Currency History
This listing offers a premium and historically significant collectible from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, or BEP. It is a historical portfolio that offers a unique perspective on the transition between two series of United States currency. It contains two uncirculated United States Five Dollar notes: a Series 1995 Five Dollar Note, noted as being among the last of its series printed, and a Series 1999 Five Dollar Note, the first of the new 1999 series, issued on May 24, 2000.
The 1999 Series Five Dollar note represents the first complete redesign of the denomination since 1929 and features a similar modern style to the redesigned One Hundred, Fifty, Twenty, and Ten Dollar notes that preceded it. Both notes feature the iconic portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse.
The portfolio is a limited edition of 5,000, as stated on the Certificate of Authenticity, which bears the facsimile signatures of Mary Ellen Withrow, Treasurer of the United States, and Thomas A. Ferguson, Director of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. The portfolio cover is dark green with gold lettering and the Bureau's seal, while the back shows an illustration of the Lincoln Memorial.
Historical Context: The 1995 and 1999 Series Five Dollar Notes
The 1995 Series Five Dollar Federal Reserve Note was part of the currency produced during the mid-1990s, a period of economic growth and modernization. These notes feature the traditional portrait of Abraham Lincoln and the Lincoln Memorial, a design that has been used on the Five Dollar note since 1929. This series also saw the production of web notes as part of an experimental printing process that was discontinued in 1996.
The 1999 Series Five Dollar note marked a significant milestone. It was the first complete redesign of the Five Dollar bill since 1929, incorporating enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting. The new design was first released into circulation on May 24, 2000.
Design and Specifications
The portfolio features two uncirculated Five Dollar notes, one from the 1995 series and one from the 1999 series. Both notes display the portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse.
Product Specifications
Denomination: 5 Dollars
Series Included: 1995 and 1999
Obverse: Portrait of Abraham Lincoln
Reverse: Lincoln Memorial
Seal: Green
Edition: Limited Edition of 5,000
Certificate of Authenticity: Includes facsimile signatures of Mary Ellen Withrow, Treasurer, and Thomas A. Ferguson, BEP Director
Portfolio: Dark green with gold lettering, BEP seal on front, Lincoln Memorial illustration on back
Condition: Uncirculated
Why This Portfolio Deserves a Place in Your Collection
This portfolio documents a historic currency transition, capturing the change from the 1995 series to the redesigned 1999 series, a significant moment in the history of the Five Dollar bill. It is a limited edition, with only 5,000 sets produced, making it a finite collectible. It is an official BEP production, created by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, the official producer of United States currency. It includes a Certificate of Authenticity with facsimile signatures of the Treasurer of the United States and the Director of the BEP. Most of all, it is housed in a premium portfolio that is ideal for display or preservation.
This portfolio is more than currency. It is a unique window into the evolution of American paper money, offering a limited-edition set of two uncirculated notes documenting a significant redesign. For the discerning collector, it represents a truly significant and desirable acquisition.
The auction is live. Portfolios of this caliber do not appear often. Place your bid and secure this remarkable piece of history for your collection.
Dimensions:
Height 12, Width 15, Depth 1 inch inches
Weight 2 lbs
Condition:
Excellent, notes are uncirculated and portfolio shows minimal wear.
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
This listing offers a premium and historically significant collectible from the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, or BEP. It is a historical portfolio that offers a unique perspective on the transition between two series of United States currency. It contains two uncirculated United States Five Dollar notes: a Series 1995 Five Dollar Note, noted as being among the last of its series printed, and a Series 1999 Five Dollar Note, the first of the new 1999 series, issued on May 24, 2000.
The 1999 Series Five Dollar note represents the first complete redesign of the denomination since 1929 and features a similar modern style to the redesigned One Hundred, Fifty, Twenty, and Ten Dollar notes that preceded it. Both notes feature the iconic portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse.
The portfolio is a limited edition of 5,000, as stated on the Certificate of Authenticity, which bears the facsimile signatures of Mary Ellen Withrow, Treasurer of the United States, and Thomas A. Ferguson, Director of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing. The portfolio cover is dark green with gold lettering and the Bureau's seal, while the back shows an illustration of the Lincoln Memorial.
Historical Context: The 1995 and 1999 Series Five Dollar Notes
The 1995 Series Five Dollar Federal Reserve Note was part of the currency produced during the mid-1990s, a period of economic growth and modernization. These notes feature the traditional portrait of Abraham Lincoln and the Lincoln Memorial, a design that has been used on the Five Dollar note since 1929. This series also saw the production of web notes as part of an experimental printing process that was discontinued in 1996.
The 1999 Series Five Dollar note marked a significant milestone. It was the first complete redesign of the Five Dollar bill since 1929, incorporating enhanced security features to combat counterfeiting. The new design was first released into circulation on May 24, 2000.
Design and Specifications
The portfolio features two uncirculated Five Dollar notes, one from the 1995 series and one from the 1999 series. Both notes display the portrait of Abraham Lincoln on the obverse and the Lincoln Memorial on the reverse.
Product Specifications
Denomination: 5 Dollars
Series Included: 1995 and 1999
Obverse: Portrait of Abraham Lincoln
Reverse: Lincoln Memorial
Seal: Green
Edition: Limited Edition of 5,000
Certificate of Authenticity: Includes facsimile signatures of Mary Ellen Withrow, Treasurer, and Thomas A. Ferguson, BEP Director
Portfolio: Dark green with gold lettering, BEP seal on front, Lincoln Memorial illustration on back
Condition: Uncirculated
Why This Portfolio Deserves a Place in Your Collection
This portfolio documents a historic currency transition, capturing the change from the 1995 series to the redesigned 1999 series, a significant moment in the history of the Five Dollar bill. It is a limited edition, with only 5,000 sets produced, making it a finite collectible. It is an official BEP production, created by the Bureau of Engraving and Printing, the official producer of United States currency. It includes a Certificate of Authenticity with facsimile signatures of the Treasurer of the United States and the Director of the BEP. Most of all, it is housed in a premium portfolio that is ideal for display or preservation.
This portfolio is more than currency. It is a unique window into the evolution of American paper money, offering a limited-edition set of two uncirculated notes documenting a significant redesign. For the discerning collector, it represents a truly significant and desirable acquisition.
The auction is live. Portfolios of this caliber do not appear often. Place your bid and secure this remarkable piece of history for your collection.
Dimensions:
Height 12, Width 15, Depth 1 inch inches
Weight 2 lbs
Condition:
Excellent, notes are uncirculated and portfolio shows minimal wear.
Your purchase is protected:
In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.
- Low Estimate: 250.00
- High Estimate: 500.00
Buyer's Premium
25%
BEP $5 Portfolio - Limited Rare
Estimate $250-$500
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