^Lot 603 ABNC Micro Printed Declaration of Independence on Coated Stock.

New York, ND (ca. 1870's). Charles Toppan engraved Micro U.S.ÓDeclaration of IndependenceÓ. 2.5 by 1.5 inches with additional fancy border outlining entire declaration with 16 small portraits of Jefferson, Washington and Arms of the 13 states and Patriotic eagle. Bottom imprint states ÒAmerican Bank Note Company - New YorkÓ. Micro-engraved on bottom is ÒEngraved by - C.Toppan - Phild. July 4, 1940Ó, Printed in black on white coated stock, blank back. Very light foxing on the edges, otherwise Uncirculated to CU condition. Rare Early ABN Advertising piece demonstrating amazing early technical abilities of this well known engraver.